Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

We are global, we are impacting the lives of millions every day, we are making a difference!  

At Amcor we are inspired to change the packaging industry and are taking on the aspirational challenge to make all our products recyclable or reusable by 2025. Through our products and global footprint, we are in a unique position to truly make a difference in the packaging space. Our products impact the lives of millions of people across the globe every day from food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, home- and personal-care, and other essential products. Amcor is a thriving S&P 500 organisation listed both on the NYSE (AMCR) and ASX (AMC) with US$13 billion in sales. We have a proud history dating back to the 1860’s and come a long way from a single paper mill based in Melbourne to becoming the global leading packaging company. Today, Amcor is an international organisation empowering its 50,000 employees in over 40 countries and across 250 sites.   

Will you be next to join our journey towards a more sustainable future? At Amcor we are always looking for talented and passionate individuals who are motivated to make a difference. Working at Amcor means you will have a unique opportunity to be a part of an organisation that is committed to providing sustainable packaging solutions. To find out more about our commitment to sustainability and about Amcor, visit www.amcor.com.  

Job Description

Position Overview:

This role is part of the Amcor Rigid Packaging (“ARP”) Business Group (“BG”) and reports to the Director, Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting. The critical responsibilities of this role are as follows:

• Manage and oversee the financial analysis, forecast, operating plan, and long-range financial planning processes
• Lead the monthly management reporting process, including variance analysis of data submissions from ARP Business Units (“BUs”) and loading of forecast data / month end deliverables into applicable consolidation systems
• Drive improvements in financial processes, analytical reviews, and reporting capabilities to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of financial plans with strategic objectives
• Support processes for establishing, measuring and delivering upon ARP BG level financial objectives; deliver information and analysis to support proactive management decision making

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Internal Financial Reporting – Responsible for review of submitted information, coordination with regional and BU staff, financial analysis, and preparation of the monthly executive reporting packages. Includes exposure to ARP BG & Amcor Ltd Group executive management teams.
• Board/Other Presentations – Assist with executive level presentations for monthly / quarterly business reviews, annual operating plan and annual strategic plan.
• Annual Strategic and Operating Plans – Ownership of processes impacting the annual strategic and operating plans. Position is responsible for communicating expectations, managing planning meetings with the BUs, loading centralized adjustments and obtaining alignment on plan assumptions / financial targets.
• Special Projects – Assist the Director of Financial Reporting & Technical Accounting, Corporate Controller and/or BG CFO with special projects as needed.
• Internal Controls – Ensure compliance with the policies and procedures of ARP BG, Amcor plc and applicable local statutory / regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in accounting or finance required, Master’s Degree preferred
• 5+ years of increased responsibility within FP&A function, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
• Experience working in large, complex and multi-currency / multi-national environment
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, financial statement analysis and management reporting
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities and a results-driven mindset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems, such as Hyperion and/or SAP BPC
• Professional with strong overall business acumen
• Ability to multi-task, meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced business environment
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; capable of clearly articulating thoughts
• Effective team player who interacts well with others
• Strong integrity and ethics
• Limited travel requirements

Competencies:

Amcor Leadership Framework Competencies

Core Competencies:

• Customer Focus
• Learning on the Fly
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Drive for Results

3-5 Applicable ALF Competencies:

• Functional/Technical Skills
• Managerial Courage
• Priority Setting

Relationships:

• The position does not have a direct report
• ARP BU Finance Leaders
• High profile with ARP Lead Team
• ARP functional teams – HR, IT, Legal, Procurement, R&D, Strategy
• Amcor Ltd Group Functions – Reporting, Tax, Treasury

Training Requirements: See Training Matrix for training requirements.

ADA Requirements:

Physical Requirements

☒Normal Vision

☒Distant Vision

☒Near Vision

☒Hearing/ Listening

☒ Sitting

☒Talking/Speaking

☒Hand/Finger Dexterity

☒ Walking

☐Standing

☐Stooping

☐Pushing/Pulling

☐Bending

☐Kneeling

☐Climbing

☐Lifting (amount 50+ pounds)

☐Carrying (amount 50+ pounds)

☐Driving- Forklift

☐Lifting (amount 50 pounds)

☐Carrying (amount 50 pounds)

☐Driving – Automobile/truck/van

Other Physical Requirements: None

Work Environment: Office Environment

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties, responsibilities, skills and/or abilities.

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Our Expectations

We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:

• Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
• Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovation
• Our investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returns
• The environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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