Assistant Commercial Analyst

At Metcash, you’re part of something bigger. We’ve got the heart of a small business with the strength and support of a big business.

When you join Metcash, your work makes a real difference to independent businesses and local communities, empowering you to:

• Grow your career with tailored development programs
• Thrive your way with flexible work options
• Make your mark in a high-performing, values-led team

At Metcash Food, we’re the power behind local business, proudly supplying over 1600 independently owned stores in every corner of Australia and New Zealand. With a range of trusted independent brands like IGA, Foodland and Campbells/C-Store, our stores sit at the heart of their communities, providing locals with the products and homegrown produce they love most.

About the Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity to join Metcash as an Assistant Commercial Analyst on a 12mth FTC reporting to the Finance Manager – National Finance & Transformation Projects. The Assistant Commercial Analyst will assist with the accounting and reporting responsibilities of the Food Finance team while core team members focus on Metcash Horizon project implementation. This role is critical to ensuring business continuity and high-quality reporting during a period of significant change. The role will mainly focus on supporting the team with BAU tasks including month end close, reconciliations, audit compliance and management reporting.

In this Role

• Work closely with the Finance team to ensure seamless handover of finance tasks
• Preparation of timely monthly and quarterly financial and management reporting
• Accurate preparation of monthly journals, month end tasks and balance sheet reconciliations in line with Metcash reporting timelines
• Assist with quarterly forecasting and annual budgeting

You’re Likely a Match If

• At least 2 years work experience
• Graduate degree in accounting or similar
• CPA / CA qualified or looking to complete either post graduate course
• Previous experience working with Microsoft Dynamic D365, TM1, Power BI and Power Enterprise
• Experience supporting BAU during system transition would be an advantage
• Ability to work independently and manage workload with minimal supervision

What’s on offer

We’re proud to offer a workplace that supports your well-being, growth, and belonging:

🏖️ Extra Leave: Enjoy a 5th week of annual leave, 2 well-being days, plus 1 volunteer day annually

📚 Career Growth: Endless learning and development opportunities

👶 Parental Leave: 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid leave for primary carers

🌈 Inclusive Culture: Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion

⚖️ Neutral Pay Gap: Gender pay gap under 5% (WGEA 2024–2025)

🧠 Mental Health: Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia

🏡 Flexibility: Flex Ready and Family Friendly Workplace accredited

About Us

Join us and be part of something bigger!

Metcash is Australia’s leading wholesale distribution company, with $19.5 billion in sales (FY25) and a proud spot in the ASX Top 125.

We believe in the power of independent, family-owned businesses to shape vibrant communities. Through our food, liquor, and hardware pillars, we help retailers become the ‘Best Store in Their Town’ by providing merchandising, operational and marketing support. 

We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability — and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including First Nations. If you need support during the application process, just let us know. Your privacy and dignity are always respected.

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