Finance Officer

If you are curious & creative, invested in not only your own success but also the growth of others, and believe in building the Great Australian Food Company, then you might be the one for us!

Support reporting, budgeting & forecasting in a flexible finance role

Join a collaborative Operations Finance team driving performance

3 days per week flexibility at Ridge Street cheese manufacturing site

The Role

Looking for a flexible finance role where you can make a real impact? Join our supportive Operations Finance team as a Finance Officer, working 3 days per week with flexibility around your working days.

In this role, you'll support financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, month-end activities, and operational analysis while partnering closely with site stakeholders to help drive business performance.

Our Ridge Street site services many customers in a contract manufacturing capacity focused on packaged, natural and processed cheeses. These include the renowned Bega cheese blocks- mild, tasty, and vintage, shredded and cubed cheese, natural slices, parmesan, colby, mozzarella and burger slice cheeses.

Responsibilities

Prepare and deliver accurate financial reports, analysis and business insights

Support budgeting, forecasting and month-end reporting activities

Maintain financial records and ensure compliance with internal controls and processes

Partner with operational teams to provide financial support and guidance

Identify opportunities to improve processes and reporting efficiency

About you

Experience in a Finance Officer, Accounts, Assistant Accountant or similar role

Strong attention to detail and analytical skills

Proficiency in Excel and financial systems/ERPs

Collaborative approach with excellent communication skills

Proactive, organised, and eager to learn

Bega Group Story

Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it’s VEGEMITE on toast, a Dare on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day.

Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and over 3000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future!

Life at Bega Group

Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we’re committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.

Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture

Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression

Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with

Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs

Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance

Applications

The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment Police Check.

At Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.