Why choose Sodexo?
Sodexo is a people business, employing over 400,000 people worldwide and thousands in Australia. Our employees, who personify Sodexo's unique values of Service Spirit, Team Spirit and Spirit of Progress, are our greatest asset through their commitment and dedication.
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. With us, you belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way. We are always looking for people to join our team and help us create a lasting impact on individuals, society, and the planet.
At Sodexo, we are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from all applicants regardless of age, race, sex, ethnicity, religion and beliefs and people with disabilities.
We offer a competitive salary, many development opportunities and an outstanding benefits and recognition program!
Job DescriptionTitle: Commercial Business Partner
Company Description
Sodexo is seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner to join the newly established IFMS Transformation Office (TMO) on a permanent, full-time basis, based in our Perth Support Centre.
Job Description
The Finance Business Partner will supports the Transformation Team in delivering commercial and financial strategy, and is accountable for the commercial integrity of transformation and continuous improvement initiatives, accounts and processes.
You will build strong client relationships and partner with key internal stakeholders to embed a customer-centric culture, while identifying opportunities for improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Financial
· Support preparation of business cases and reporting, providing insight and analysis.
· Ensure robust financial governance across initiative and change tracking.
· Identify and manage commercial and financial risks, recommending mitigation strategies.
Commercial
· Prepare pricing and contract variations for existing and new business.
· Prepare business cases, approval memos and CAPEX submissions.
· Undertake pricing analysis, escalations and reviews.
Operational
· Drive improvements to team processes and promote a positive, accountable culture.
· Coach and mentor team members on commercial and financial matters.
· Conduct periodic site visits and contract compliance reviews.
Reporting
· Support initiative and financial reporting within required timeframes.
· Continuously improve reporting processes and management reporting quality.
Qualifications
· Tertiary qualification in Commerce, Accounting, or related discipline.
· 5–8 years’ experience in a similar commercial or finance role.
· CA or CPA qualifications are desirable, but not required.
· High-level analytical, commercial, and financial modelling skills.
· Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
· Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Additional InformationWhat can we do for you?
- Sodexo is an employer that promotes and encourages growth and personal develop while working in a supportive, inclusive, and high preforming team
- The opportunity to work on one of the world’s biggest facility management contracts
- Flexible working arrangements and a true commitment to a ‘family first’ approach to work.
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Skills Required
- Tertiary qualification in Commerce, Accounting, or related discipline.
- 5-8 years' experience in a similar commercial or finance role.
- CA or CPA qualification.
- High-level analytical, commercial, and financial modelling skills.
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Sodexo Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Sodexo and has not been reviewed or approved by Sodexo.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple national medical plan options with integrated pharmacy and mental‑health support via an assistance program provide broad coverage. Feedback suggests the overall benefits mix can feel comparatively solid even where base pay is modest in some roles.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with employer match is a consistent pillar of the package, though exact match details can vary by role and plan year. Feedback suggests retirement benefits are often viewed more favorably than base pay.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid leave programs under Vita, including paid maternity/medical leave alongside care leave and EAP resources, support family needs. While specifics vary by status and location, the presence of paid leave is a meaningful component.
Sodexo Insights
What We Do
Founded in Marseille in 1966 by Pierre Bellon, Sodexo is the global leader in sustainable food and valued experiences at every moment in life: learn, work, heal and play. The Group stands out for its independence, its founding family shareholding and its responsible business model. Its portfolio of activities includes Sodexo Food and Facilities Management Services and Pluxee Employee Benefit Solutions, activity for which the Group announced a spin-off with a listing expected on February 1, 2024. This diversified offer meets all the challenges of everyday life with a dual goal: to improve the quality of life of our employees and those we serve, and contribute to the economic, social and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. For Sodexo, growth and social commitment go hand in hand. Our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. Sodexo is included in the CAC Next 20, CAC 40 ESG, CAC SBT 1.5, FTSE 4 Good and DJSI indices. Sodexo key figures — 22.6 billion euros Fiscal 2023 consolidated revenues — 430,000 employees as at August 31, 2023 — #1 France-based private employer worldwide — 45 countries — 80 million consumers served daily — 14.3 billion euros in market capitalization (as at October 25, 2023)
