FP&A Analyst at The Magnum Ice Cream Company

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Autonomous, Proactive, Problem-solving, Analytical Skills, Excel, Power BI, Stakeholder Management, Interpersonal Skills, Finance Acumen, Business Acumen, SAP Knowledge, Process Optimization, Continuous Improvement, Planning, Organization, Change Management

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

The Magnum Ice Cream Company (formerly a division of Unilever) is now a standalone, independent, EUR 8.3 billion publicly listed company. We’re on a mission to create the ultimate snacking company. A place where growth, innovation, founder and ownership mentality, and performance are cultivated and rewarded. And where we craft extraordinary ice cream experiences - transforming ordinary moments into lasting memories. Because we know, life tastes better with ice cream. We dream big but keep things simple to act fast.If you want to grow with us, make an impact, and shape the future of Ice Cream, this is the place for you! JOB PURPOSE: The FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis) Analyst is a key member of the Finance Excellence Team, the heartbeat of business partnering and performance management. Working closely with the FET (Finance Excellence Team) Manager, this role will be responsible for the overall delivery of forecast submissions and month end actuals – with a focus on BMI (Brand & Marketing Investment) and Overheads controlling. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Full Year Forecast, Cash Up and In Month Estimates: Ensure the translation of monthly inputs from the S&OP process are captured and routinely uploaded into the financial reporting systems for consolidation and appropriate review Prepare the forecast summary reporting file and assist in the preparation of monthly Financial Forecast decks, highlighting performance vs prior forecast and last year Consolidate and track the In Month Estimate versus the previous forecast and last year – accurately driving visibility of Turnover and Underlying Operating Profit (UOP) landings Brand & Marketing Investment (BMI) Management: Ensure the integrity and accuracy of BMI accounting and reporting in P&L (including journals postings, month end tasks, accruals and actual vs forecast analysis). Support the Finance team in managing the in-year performance, delivering insights on cost variances (versus forecast, previous month, prior year or budget), challenging the forecast and highlighting risks and opportunities. Provide monthly consolidation of the BMI forecast from Marketing Teams and other stakeholders for submission. Perform training sessions and partner the Marketing Teams to enable accurate spend forecasting, regular accruals review and budget management. Super User for the BMI Cost Management tool, act as the Level 1 support to troubleshoot User issues and escalate issues (as needed) to the IT Support Team. Drive simplification and efficiencies in the BMI processes whilst leveraging technology to improve the quality of what we deliver to our stakeholders. Overheads Cost Control: Provide support to the FET Manager in ensuring correct cost accounting and performance reporting. Master Data Maintenance on Cost Centre reporting & cost allocations. Provide insights to the FET Manager on Overheads cost trends, risks and opportunities. Continuous improvement in reporting process excellence & simplification, leveraging technology to automate. Trade Term Spend Control: Support the CD (Customer Development) Finance Manager with reviewing and managing customer trade term spend Run reports to help CD teams understand in-month TTS and manage delivery Analyse aged accruals and overdues, and ensure they are reviewed by CD teams monthly Key Stakeholders Marketing Teams Cost Centre Owners Local Finance Team WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Essential: Autonomous, proactive and problem-solving Strong analytical skills (intermediate to advanced Excel and Power BI) Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills Finance and business acumen Knowledge of SAP Desirable: Drive process optimisation and simplification with a continuous improvement mindset Strong planning and organization skills to manage competing priorities Change Management experience around system and process changes EXPERIENCES & QUALIFICATIONS: Essential: 3-5 years business experience – preferably in FMCG Accounting/Finance degree, with achieved or working towards CPA/CA (or equivalent) qualification Previous commercial/business partnering or budget controlling experience Understanding of accounting standards Desirable: Change/project management exposure WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT: A unique mix of global scale & start-up spirit—€8.3bn powerhouse with an agile, entrepreneurial mindset. We’re building a new high growth Ice Cream company from the ground up. Career without limits—42 markets, international opportunities, and fast tracked growth. A performance-driven culture—Freedom to act, disrupt and grow – your success is measured by impact. A company that celebrates joy, innovation, and purpose—We create extraordinary careers, just like our ice cream creates extraordinary moments. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The Magnum Ice Cream Company embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. For the recruitment of this position, we would like to emphasize that local conditions apply to the position ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE? Please apply online and do not forget to upload your CV (max 3 pages) and cover letter. Your application will be reviewed against the requirements, and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date, with an update on the status of your application. Disclaimer Equal Opportunity Employer: The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. We take pleasure seriously. Join the Ice Cream team now! #TMICC #TMICC ABOUT THE MAGNUM ICE CREAM COMPANY: With 19.000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Wall’s, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry’s, loved in 76 countries, we are the world’s largest Ice Cream company leading the industry We have been taking pleasure seriously for more than 100 years, serving happiness with every lick or scoop of ice cream for generations. The Magnum Ice Cream Company (formerly part of Unilever) is all about growth. Growing our business. Growing our customers’ businesses. Growing our people’s careers. Growth begins with empowerment. So we free our people to be innovative, responsible entrepreneurs, driven and equipped to give our consumers more amazing products and unforgettable moments – and having fun doing it. Here’s what defines success in our organization : · We are all about growth · We operate with speed and simplicity · We win together with fun · We boldly innovate to disrupt our industry · We care and challenge · We are experts in the Ice Cream Category ARE YOU EXCITED TO CRAFT THE ICE CREAM FUTURE? Please apply online and do not forget to upload your CV. Your application will be reviewed against the requirements, and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date, with an update on the status of your application. The Magnum Ice Cream Company (TMICC) is an organization committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. This means we encourage people with all backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pacific Peoples, and people with disabilities. At The Magnum Ice Cream Company we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! We encourage you to advise us at the time of your application if you require any reasonable adjustment so that we can support you through your recruitment journey. You may notice references to Unilever, as well as Unilever’s policies and terms and conditions, on this career site. This is because we are still sharing some services under the terms of our separation from the company. Please be aware that your application and the information you submit via this site will go directly and exclusively to The Magnum Ice Cream Company for roles within The Magnum Ice Cream Company . If you want to grow with us, make an impact, and shape the future of Ice Cream, this is the place for you! Grow Fast. Make an Impact. Shape the Future of Ice Cream. If you want to grow fast, make an impact, and shape the future of Ice Cream, this is the place for you. At The Magnum Ice Cream Company, we offer a unique mix of global scale and start-up spirit, being a €8.3billion powerhouse with an agile, entrepreneurial mindset. With career opportunities in over 40 markets, this is a place where growth, innovation, and performance are cultivated and rewarded. A place where you have the freedom to disrupt and grow. A place where we operate with speed and agility, amongst diverse and inclusive teams in an environment where we care for and challenge each other at the same time. Join us as we create extraordinary careers - just like our ice cream creates extraordinary moments. Because life tasted better with ice cream.

Responsibilities

The FP&A Analyst is responsible for the overall delivery of forecast submissions and month-end actuals, focusing heavily on Brand & Marketing Investment (BMI) and Overheads controlling. Key tasks include managing BMI accounting, tracking cost variances, consolidating forecasts, and supporting overhead cost control and trade term spend management.