Finance Business Partner - Planning at Careers Officeworks

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Commercial Finance, Financial Planning, Business Partnering, Financial Modelling, Data Analysis, Strategic Insight, Commercial Awareness, Budgeting, Forecasting, Cash Flow Analysis, Capital Investment Review, Stakeholder Engagement, Process Improvement, Governance, Communication Skills, Attention to Detail

Industry

Retail

Description

About us At Officeworks we make bigger things happen. Our customers, our team, and our community are our heart and soul. And if our brilliant people have taught us anything, it is that we can do all kinds of incredible things, each and every day. Fast paced. Innovative. Inspiring. With close to 10,000 team members and a national footprint of more than 173 retail stores Australia wide – we’re focused on delivering a wide range, low price and great service. We’re about inspiring new ideas and thinking outside the box. We’re about kicking goals, having a laugh and pushing each other. We are about being rewarded and supported. We’re about teaching a customer something new and supporting the community. We’re about making a difference.About the role Join our Finance team as a Finance Business Partner – Planning, where your strategic insight and commercial expertise will drive business impact. Reporting into the Finance Manager – Planning, you’ll play a key role in delivering cohesive, enterprise‑wide financial planning across Officeworks. This role partners closely with senior leaders across the business, the broader Finance and Strategy teams, and Wesfarmers stakeholders to deliver high‑quality insights, strong governance, and forward‑looking financial plans that support our long‑term growth. What You’ll Do In this role, you will: Partner with the business to refresh and maintain Officeworks Enterprise Growth Plan, shaping a 5‑year financial outlook. Support delivery of the annual Corporate Plan, bringing together category, functional, and strategic plans into a unified financial narrative. Lead key parts of the annual budgeting and rolling forecasting cycles, delivering P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow requirements for both Officeworks and Wesfarmers. Work closely with stakeholders to prepare annual budgets and ongoing forecasts across functions. Support the Capital Investment process, including reviewing business cases, assessing cost–benefit outcomes, coordinating post‑implementation reviews, and preparing monthly capital expenditure forecasts and reporting. Ensure strong governance and financial management of new initiatives in line with company policies, helping prioritise investments that best support strategic objectives and maximise return. Identify opportunities to improve planning, reporting, and governance processes, contributing to better ways of working across the Finance Business Partnering & Planning team. This is a 12 months fixed term contractAbout you You combine sharp analytical skills with commercial awareness, turning complex data into clear insights that shape business decisions. You’ll bring: Minimum of 5 year’s experience in commercial finance, with experience in the retail industry highly regarded CA/CPA qualified – highly regarded Exceptional modelling and systems capability, with the ability to convert complex datasets into clear insights. Excellent communication skills Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and long‑term financial planning High attention to detail, strong planning and organisational capability, and the ability to manage deadlines under pressure. Ability to collaborate effectively, challenge the status quo, and identify opportunities for process or commercial improvement. Confidence in engaging with diverse stakeholders and influencing outcomes. #LI-SN1 #LI-HYBRIDOur culture If you’re searching for an organisation that’s truly committed to its people, where you can thrive in a culture of togetherness, then join Officeworks and let’s make bigger things happen – for all of us! We celebrate our teams’ uniqueness by offering genuine team member benefits to the Officeworks family: We’re all about giving you the flexibility you need to keep things balanced to suit your individual needs. Enjoy generous discounts across Officeworks, Geeks2U, Bunnings, Kmart, Target and the wider Wesfarmers brands. Access to our Officeworks benefits program for exclusive discounts and perks across entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health. Our Growing Families Policy supports team members during the exciting and challenging times of expanding their family We prioritise safety, mental health and wellbeing, offering access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) as well as other ongoing programs Our Flexible Public Holidays Policy supports those who observe cultural or religious holidays different from the standard public holidays in Australia Take advantage of outstanding learning and development programs to support your career growth Explore fantastic career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group. At Officeworks, we operate best when our team represents the communities we serve. We proudly commit to providing a safe and supportive work environment for our team. We encourage applications from all candidates of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), people with disabilities, and the LGBTQI+ community.

Responsibilities

This role involves partnering with the business to refresh the 5-year Enterprise Growth Plan and leading key parts of the annual budgeting and rolling forecasting cycles, including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow requirements. The Finance Business Partner will also support the Capital Investment process and ensure strong governance for new initiatives.