About the job

• Join Danone, a global leader with a health-focused portfolio in food and beverages.
• Lead critical financial planning, drive performance through data, and shape strategic decisions in a dynamic FMCG environment
• Competitive compensation: salary, bonus, car allowance, and comprehensive benefits.
• Enjoy a hybrid work model and an inclusive work environment.

Danone is seeking a passionate Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager for a 12-month Fixed Term Contract. In this role, you will report directly to the Finance Director for the ANZ region, supporting them, the Executive Team, and Regional/Global stakeholders in managing the overall P&L, controlling fixed costs and cash flow, and leading financial analysis and reporting submissions.

ABOUT US

At Danone, we aim to inspire healthier and more sustainable eating and drinking practices, in line with our Vision - Danone, One Planet. One Health. We operate across four business lines: Essential Dairy and Plant-Based Products, Waters, Early Life Nutrition, and Medical Nutrition. Our headquarter is in France, we have offices in 55 countries across the globe and our products are sold in over 120 markets. We have been around for more than a century and are the proud owner of some of the best-known brands worldwide including favorites like YoPro, Activia, Aptamil and Karicare
Danone ANZ focuses on dairy and specialized nutrition products for infants and adults and is proud to be awarded the Great Place to Work accreditation winner for ANZ in 2023, 2024, 2025 – a globally recognised program where we feature as one of Australia’s top places to work.

• Overall P/L Management and Reporting- Lead consolidated P&L analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, ensuring strategic insights, system submissions, and stakeholder alignment across local, regional, and global finance functions
• Fixed Cost - Manage people cost and FTE forecasting with HR, lead fixed cost and T&E control including Power BI tracking, oversee month-end accruals and PO management, handle intercompany cross charges, allocate fixed costs by category, and support local and regional finance teams with strong stakeholder engagement and financial guidance.
• Cash Flow- Lead quarterly cash flow and balance sheet forecasting, manage direct cash planning with Supply Chain and EIB, oversee transfer pricing and tax coordination, and drive CAPEX control, asset management, and intercompany processes.
• People Management - Lead and develop a high-performing finance team by supervising one Senior Financial Analyst and one Financial Analyst, with a strong focus on coaching, empowerment, and professional growth.
• Ad hoc support - Provide proactive support to the Finance Director and business needs, while contributing to internal controls and maintaining the Delegation of Authority framework across the organisation.
• Systems Support- Drive efficiency through ongoing digitalisation initiatives and provide support for system implementations and modifications at local, regional, and global levels.
  About you
  You are a commercially astute finance professional with a strong background in FMCG and a passion for driving business performance. With strong experience in FP&A, P&L management, and business partnering, you bring advanced analytical skills, a keen eye for detail, and a deep understanding of financial systems. You thrive in cross-functional environments, communicate with impact, and are highly organised with a strong focus on delivering insights that support strategic decision-making.