Finance Analyst - Operations

At CSR, we're building a better future together.

We are a team of 2,600 people across Australia and New Zealand, and we are all collaborating every single day towards a shared purpose - 'Building solutions for a better future'. As a leading Australian Manufacturing business, we're at the forefront of developing innovative, sustainable, and high performing building products and systems.

At CSR, we put people first. We are committed to creating a safe, respectful, supportive, and inclusive working environment that enables everyone to feel valued, grow and truly thrive. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for everyone and welcoming people of all backgrounds, identities, experiences, abilities, and life stage.

The Opportunity

CSR is looking for a commercially minded Finance Analyst – Operations to join our team in Schofields. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working closely with operations, leveraging data, and driving insights that improve performance across manufacturing.

In this role, you'll partner with both finance and operations teams to deliver accurate reporting, actionable insights, and continuous improvement across key business areas. You'll play a pivotal part in supporting decision-making through strong analysis, systems, and process optimisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare financial and non-financial data for monthly reporting, budgets, and forecasts
• Support Net Manufacturing Savings (NMS) and World Class Manufacturing (WCM) reporting, ensuring consistency and accuracy
• Assist in implementing and maintaining Project Tracker (WCM tool) and associated reporting
• Deliver focused MIS reporting, identifying opportunities across inventory, capex, and cost drivers
• Support working capital improvement initiatives across inventory, payables, and receivables
• Develop operational metrics across manufacturing plants (production, yields, efficiencies, etc.)
• Leverage systems and automation to enhance reporting, including dashboards (Power BI)
• Support key projects, including network and business modelling initiatives
• Assist with insurance data preparation and broader finance processes
• Contribute to continuous improvement across finance and reporting processes

About You

• Experience in a Finance Analyst or similar operational finance role
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into insights
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with Power BI or similar tools
• Exposure to manufacturing, supply chain, or operational environments (highly regarded)
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Highly organised with a continuous improvement mindset

What We Offer

We strive to support your professional and personal growth. Here are some of the perks you'll enjoy as part of the CSR team:

Supportive and collaborative culture that fosters innovation and inclusion. You'll be surrounded by talented colleagues who are passionate about their work and committed to helping each other succeed.

Care and wellbeing offer includes up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave, 52 weeks of superannuation payment, and access to an employee assistance program.

Rewarding career with on-the-job learning, development, and upskilling opportunities within and across our brands

How To Apply

Join a business where you can drive real impact, influence operational performance, and be part of a team focused on innovation and continuous improvement. Just click on the Apply for this job button.