Woolworths

• Based in Surry Hills (hybrid), join Australia's leading retail media business and be part of something great.

• Lead, develop, and celebrate a high-performing commercial finance team with four direct reports.

• Partner with the Cartology Sales and Extended Leadership teams to drive business performance for a leading retail media business.

We are Cartology

Cartology is one of Australia’s leading retail media businesses, powered by the Woolworths Group. We provide targeted omnichannel marketing solutions and comprehensive closed loop reporting to help FMCG brands grow. With Cartology, brands can drive real customer impact in the moments that matter most, because we get customers.

Cartology is truly pioneering the future of Retail Media, creating, shaping and leading this new industry that connects brands to customers in new and exciting ways.

Be nothing but yourself in a culture that is inclusive and innovative. Work as part of an ambitious, smart and passionate team and belong to something meaningful as part of the Woolworths Group.

The opportunity

As the Senior Finance Manager for Cartology, you will be responsible for building, developing, and leading a commercial finance function within a rapidly growing retail media business. You will act as a key finance partner to the senior leadership team, contributing to all commercial requirements and managing the complexities of a large-scale retail environment. This role is pivotal in accommodating rapid scale and growth while ensuring the business achieves its strategic and financial outcomes.

What you'll do

• Partner closely with the Sales team to drive business performance through insightful, action-oriented analysis and planning rhythms, including forecasting and budgeting.

• Lead the Annual Operating Plan, monthly forecast, and month-end processes with the support of the wider commercial finance team.

• Drive the successful commercial operation of the business, focusing on efficiency, automation, and the integration of new business opportunities.

• Develop comprehensive reporting dashboards for various stakeholder groups to draw out insights and proactively engage leadership to act upon them.

• Collaborate with senior stakeholders across the broader Woolworths Finance teams to ensure alignment in strategy and reporting.

• Manage the development of internal controls and financial business cases, including post-implementation benefits tracking for key projects.

What you'll bring

• Qualifications: CA/CPA qualified with over 10 years of professional experience, ideally within a Media or Advertising background.

• Leadership: Proven ability to manage and inspire a high-performance culture, focusing on coaching, capability building, and succession planning.

• Technical Expertise: Strong systems experience in SAP/WEBI combined with advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills to manage complex data.

• Strategic Thinking: A logical and analytical mindset capable of using rich data to assess business opportunities and enhance financial performance.

• Stakeholder Management: Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven track record of influencing C-suite executives and navigating complex workplace dynamics.

• Mindset: A proactive, resilient, and "customer-first" approach, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

What you’ll experience

• Hybrid Flexibility: Blend in-office engagement with work-from-home opportunities for a balanced work week.

• A global business with endless career possibilities around every corner and across every discipline – with valuable exposure to a vast and exciting business network.

• Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands you know and love and a robust rewards program that celebrates and incentivises purpose-driven work.

• 12 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers plus paid superannuation for up to 12 months while the Team Member is on parental leave - eligible from the first day of employment

Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group 

As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team’s diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. 

Woolworths Group is an inclusive, team-first company and we value all skills and experiences. If you meet some, but not all of the requirements, we encourage you to submit your application.