Senior Supply Chain Finance Analyst

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Join The a2 Milk Company in Auckland as a Senior Supply Chain Finance Analyst, a full‑time on‑site role that links finance with supply chain to unlock value across manufacturing. You’ll prepare quarterly accounting papers, maintain COGS per‑unit models, support cash flow and liquidity analysis, build market commodity models, and deliver month‑end reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, CAPEX tracking, and management reporting while partnering with procurement and operations on forecasting and cost optimization. You should bring strong FMCG or dairy industry finance experience, a track record of automating or standardising processes, and advanced ERP/EPM skills (Oracle or similar). CA/CPA/CIMA preferred. Highlight quantifiable improvements and be ready to discuss flexible working benefits.

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General information

Job Title Senior Supply Chain Finance Analyst Location New Zealand - Auckland Date Published Monday, February 9, 2026 Ref # 311 Work Type Permanent Business Unit Supply Chain & Operations

Short Summary

Connect finance, supply chain and technology to deliver insights that drive smarter decisions across a global dairy business.

Position Description

Our Story

The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet.
 We achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy.

 

About the role: 

Reporting to the Supply Chain Finance Manager and based in Auckland, you will play a key role in supporting core supply chain finance activities while driving process improvement and value creation across manufacturing and supply chain operations.

 

This is a dual-focused role: you will ensure accurate, timely, and actionable financial reporting, while also identifying, designing, and implementing improvements that streamline processes, enhance analytics, and create business value.

 

More Specifically, You Will:

• Prepare quarterly accounting papers and maintain COGS per-unit rate workbooks.
• Provide inputs for cash flow reporting and support liquidity analysis.
• Develop and maintain market commodity models for pricing and risk management.
• Deliver month-end reporting, variance analysis, and financial insights across logistics, COGS, material pricing, and inventory.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, journals, accruals, CAPEX reports, and management reports.
• Support forecasting and budgeting in collaboration with procurement and supply chain operations teams.
• Perform inventory control activities, including reconciliations, provisions, and alignment with S&OP processes.
• Support CAPEX submissions, continuous improvement initiatives, and supply chain-related projects.
• Partner with stakeholders on contract reviews, cost optimisation, pricing improvements, and financial decision support.
• Support half-year and year-end financial close and external audit requirements.
• Drive process improvements across reporting, analytics, and systems, including automation, enhanced workflows, and emerging technologies (such as AI), to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Assist with Half-Year and External Audits.

 

What You Will Bring

To be successful, you will bring a strong background in manufacturing or supply chain finance, combined with a process-driven mindset and a track record of improving reporting or operational processes.

 

You will also have:

• Proven experience in manufacturing, supply chain, or operations finance within FMCG, dairy, or pharmaceutical industries.
• Demonstrated ability to improve, automate, or standardise finance or reporting processes.
• Strong analytical capability across budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and cost analysis.
• High commercial acumen with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insight.
• Advanced systems capability (Oracle or similar ERP/EPM systems), comfortable working with large datasets.
• A tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance; professional qualification (CA, CPA, or CIMA) preferred.

 

We are committed to enhancing our team members' work-life wellbeing with leading policies and practices on flexible work, parental leave, family care, and family wellbeing. This role can be worked flexibly, ensuring a healthy balance between work and personal life. Our family-friendly culture is designed to support workforce participation, career development, and mental health and wellbeing.

 

Find out more about our great benefits on our Careers Page.