Finance Business Partner

Overview We are Fonterra, one of the world's largest dairy nutrition companies. At Fonterra, you’ll be inspired by purpose and guided by principles. Whether you're based in New Zealand or anywhere else around the world, you’ll be part of a team that creates goodness for generations and delivers global impact through local action. Our brands are trusted by families and individuals alike, delivering high-quality dairy nutrition to millions of people globally. As a Co-operative created and owned by New Zealand dairy farmers, our collaboration, innovation, and passion have enabled us to share the goodness of our dairy with the world. We\'re committed to caring for the land, our animals, and every drop of milk, producing nutritious food with safe, quality ingredients loved in New Zealand and around the world. As part of the Fonterra Co-op, you\'ll be solving for a better future alongside a team connected by solid values as we strive to be a leader in dairy sustainability, dairy innovation and science, with a focus on New Zealand milk. When you join Fonterra, you\'ll open yourself to a career of opportunities where you can grow with us by developing your skills, sharing your knowledge, and exploring diverse career paths that ignite your passions. About the role Reporting to the Head of Finance Partnering, SEA Foodservice, the Finance Business Partner is a strategic advisor to the market leadership team, responsible for maximising financial performance and supporting business growth. The role partners closely with the in-market Financial Controller and collaborates with commercial, operational, and supply chain teams to deliver actionable financial insights, drive performance, and ensure alignment with regional and global objectives. Key Accountabilities Business Partnering & Strategic Advice: Advise market leadership on strategic and operational decision-making. Provide robust commercial and financial insights to support business growth. Partner with business units to drive performance through people and process. Financial Planning & Analysis: Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning for the market. Analyse business drivers, sales, and operating costs to inform decisions. Develop and track KPIs, initiate corrective actions as needed. Performance Management: Oversee financial performance reviews and management processes. Support cash flow projection and enhancement initiatives. Drive operational efficiencies and cost optimisation. Compliance & Best Practice: Ensure compliance with financial policies and controls. Apply best practice from Centres of Excellence and regional teams. Support audit and governance activities. Capability Building: Coach business teams to improve financial acumen. Deliver training and support on financial processes and tools. About You Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field. Professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred. 8+ years’ experience in finance, commercial analysis, or business partnering roles. Experience in FMCG, foodservice, or multinational environments preferred. Financial planning, analysis, and forecasting. Commercial support for business cases, pricing, and investment decisions. Performance management and KPI tracking. Advanced Excel and financial modelling. Proficient in ERP/reporting systems (SAP, Oracle, Power BI). Strong influencing and relationship-building skills. Ability to coach and develop non-finance stakeholders. Excellent verbal and written communication. Ability to translate complex financial concepts for non-finance audiences. Other information Are you excited about this opportunity but may only meet some requirements? At Fonterra, we are committed to building a diverse workplace and, therefore, open to looking at applicants with excellent transferable skills. If that\'s you, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or one of our other opportunities. Or join our Talent Community by clicking here, to be notified about new and relevant job opportunities. Benefits The benefits of life at Fonterra Our people and what they bring to our Co-op shape our success. We have a collaborative culture, inspiring leaders, and passionate people, making Fonterra a great place to work. We also offer competitive remuneration and a range of benefits, regardless of your role or location. Fonterra is a place where everyone can be themselves, feel empowered to do their best, and are empowered to create goodness for generations. Sound good to you? Come and join us, and let\'s solve for better, together. You, me, us together. Applications close on 4 November 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr