Finance Analyst – Australia and New Zealand Compliance

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Ford boasts a rich history of innovation, with our focus firmly on shaping the future. As a global company driven by shared ideals and a deep sense of family, we are constantly reinventing vehicles, developing groundbreaking connected and electric models that will define the next century of mobility. Our 186,000 employees worldwide are dedicated to providing the means for every person to move and pursue their dreams, bridging personal freedom with the future of mobility.

For a century, Ford has been a driving force across Australia and New Zealand, building a legacy that truly speaks for itself. We are committed to delivering smarter, more connected vehicles for all Australians and New Zealanders, now and for generations to come.

In Australia, we are proud to be the largest automotive OEM employer, with approximately 1,500 talented engineers, designers, and specialists working across five Victorian sites. Australia serves as a key global development hub for Ford, where our local design and engineering team lead the creation of globally renowned vehicles, including the Ranger, Ranger Raptor, and Everest – models sold in around 180 markets worldwide. Our National Sales Company (NSC) in Richmond is the central hub for commercial and customer engagement across the country.

Ford New Zealand's national head office is based in Auckland, serving our customers through a dedicated national network of Ford dealerships.

Why Ford?

Leading the way, the Ford Ranger continues its reign as the No. 1 Selling Vehicle in both Australia and New Zealand (for over 10 years in NZ), and our iconic Mustang proudly holds its position as the No. 1 Sports Car across both nations. In New Zealand, the Ford Everest also holds a place in the top ten best-selling vehicles. These remarkable achievements are a testament to our unwavering commitment to innovation and a customer-focused approach that has delivered success across our entire lineup. At Ford, we believe we do more than just build award-winning vehicles—we build careers.

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• Multiple Employee Resource Groups – Ford Pride, Women of Ford and Ford Empowering Diverse Abilities. 
• Flexible Work Arrangements.            
• Growth and development opportunities via internal and external training. 
• Comprehensive Employee Assist Program.   
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About The Role

 As the ANZ Finance lead for the Australian New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) and New Zealand Clean Car Standard (CCS), you will be pivotal in driving the comprehensive financial analysis, forecasting, accounting, and strategic optimization of our business.

In this critical business partner role, you will collaborate closely with our Marketing and Sales Operations teams to accurately capture monthly actual impacts and develop robust future projections. You will be instrumental in producing insightful reporting, leading management reviews, and working with the broader operating team to identify and implement strategies that optimize outcomes across our vehicle lines, ultimately maximizing profitability and ensuring full NVES/CCS compliance.

This position offers a hybrid work schedule (four days in-office) and can be based at either our National Sales Company office in Richmond, Melbourne, Australia, or our National Sales Company office in Auckland, New Zealand.

• Develop, maintain, and continuously refine detailed financial forecasts for NVES and CCS compliance, clearly articulating their impact on overall business profitability. Integrate sophisticated forecasting models, including scenario analysis, to identify financial risks and opportunities related to regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate extensively with Marketing and Sales Operations to leverage market intelligence, sales pipeline data, product launch plans, and promotional activities for accurate short and long-term financial projections.
• Accurately analyse the monthly actual financial impact of compliance performance against forecasts, conducting in-depth variance analysis, investigating root causes, and providing clear, actionable insights to management. Quantify the actual financial impact of Volume and Mix on NVES and CCS targets each month.
• Proactively partner with operating teams (e.g., Product Planning, Sales, Marketing, Business Strategy) to identify and drive initiatives aimed at optimizing compliance and profit outcomes. Develop and evaluate financial models for "what-if" scenarios related to Volume & Mix changes, assessing their impact on NVES and CCS. Identify opportunities to enhance the profitability of specific vehicle lines while ensuring strict compliance.
• Act as the finance lead for Credit optimization strategy related to NVES/CCS.
• Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports, dashboards, and presentations detailing NVES & CCS performance to senior management. Lead regular review sessions, effectively communicating key insights, highlighting trends, risks, opportunities, and proposing data-driven recommendations. Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the effectiveness of Volume and Mix strategies.
• Act as a trusted finance business partner to Marketing, Sales Operations, and other relevant departments, providing financial expertise and guidance to support strategic decision-making and operational execution. Foster strong working relationships across the organization to facilitate data sharing and alignment on financial objectives.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field. A professional accounting qualification (e.g., CA, CPA, CFA) is highly desirable.
• 3-5+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), or commercial finance roles.
• Demonstrated experience with Volume & Mix analysis, ideally within a high-volume, product-driven industry (e.g., automotive, consumer goods, manufacturing).
• Proven track record of partnering with sales, marketing, or operations teams.
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency in analytical tools (Excel, PowerBi, Alteryx)
• Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, concise, and actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders and senior management.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proactive, inquisitive, and a problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset

If you want to be a part of this challenging and rewarding transformation – Apply Now. 

Equal Opportunity

Ford Australia and New Zealand is inclusive employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. 

If you require any support or adjustments to the recruitment process, please contact our Talent and Inclusion Lead Sarah at scastr34@ford.com.

Applicants must be legally authorised to work in Australia and/or New Zealand. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. 

---Applications will close on Friday 5 December 2025, however, please do not delay your application as interviews will commence before this date---

Please note due to the high numbers of applications we will only be able to contact shortlisted candidates.

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