Senior Manager, FP&A (6 month contract)

Requirements

We are looking for an experienced Senior Manager, FP&A with a strong background in financial planning and analysis to join our team on a 6-month contract basis. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your expertise can drive strategic business performance, we want to hear from you!

Join our vibrant team at GWA, where our rich Australian and New Zealand heritage, technical expertise, and innovative drive, combine with our iconic brands to create something truly extraordinary. For over a century, we've been crafting innovative, high-quality products for homes and offices, including market-leading brands like Caroma, Methven and Clark.

About the Role

Based in North Sydney and reporting to the Head of FP&A, this role leads a high-performing team responsible for financial planning and analysis, accounting, and costing. You will provide critical financial insights, manage key reporting processes, and drive business performance to support strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the preparation of financial and management accounts for the Australian market.
• Deliver timely and insightful financial analysis, supporting business decision-making.
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Drive process improvements and implement best practices in financial reporting.
• Manage capital expenditure reporting, risk management, and variance analysis.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development for a team of three direct reports.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and company policies.

What We’re Looking For:

• 10+ years of management accounting experience, ideally in manufacturing or FMCG.
• Strong technical accounting skills and expertise in financial modelling.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Proven ability to drive business improvements and implement change.
• CPA/CA qualification with a degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills; BI/SQL knowledge is a plus.
• A strategic thinker with exceptional leadership and problem-solving abilities.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now to be part of a dynamic team where your expertise will drive real business results.

About us

At GWA, we're not just a company—we're a supportive community committed to making everyday water experiences extraordinary. Our dedication to water sustainability, customer-first values, and community engagement creates a ripple effect of positive impact, ensuring that our consumers not only enjoy our products, but also contribute to saving millions of litres of water each year.

When you join us, you'll discover a welcoming workplace where safety, collaboration, and inclusivity are the cornerstones of our culture. Every contribution matters, and we provide a supportive environment where you can thrive, learn, and grow, recognising and celebrating performance in diverse and meaningful ways.

We celebrate the unique perspectives and talents that everyone brings with them and foster a culture of care where you feel valued and empowered to succeed. Our cultural pillars—We are One Team, We are Customer Focused, and We Care for Each Other—are more than just words; they're our way of life.

What can you expect from us?

Join us on our journey from Good to Great, where you'll collaborate with inspiring colleagues, engage with iconic brands, and contribute to a business with a legacy of strong growth. Take the first step towards an exciting career and become part of a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences and making a real difference in the world.  We value passion, potential, and a willingness to learn.  

Aside from a supportive and collaborative culture where you’ll be set up for success and know that you’re making a real difference from day one.   

Some of the benefits we’ll offer you include:

• Hybrid working options
• Competitive remuneration
• An immersive onboarding program to set you up for success
• Opportunities to learn and grow through our Learning & Development programs
• ‘Great Rewards’ program - exclusive access to discounts and cashback rewards at your favourite stores
• ‘Bathrooms & More’ program - great discounts on a wide range of our products
• Volunteer and Community Service Leave
• Health & Wellbeing Services with 24/7 in app access to medical advice, safety support and mental healthcare for you and your immediate family members.
• Annual flu vaccinations
• Medibank Health Insurance - discounts on corporate cover  

Ready to apply?

Great! Just click the apply button to build your career with us! 

Please note: You must be a citizen, permanent resident or hold all the relevant employment visas and other approvals for the location and duration of this position to apply for this role. 

GWA Group does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, colour, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.  

Please note that we are not accepting applications from agencies for this role.