Finance Analyst

Position: Finance Analyst, Intensive

Location: Brisbane

Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 based on experience

Who we are:

The Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is Australia’s largest integrated cattle and beef producer, specialising in grass-fed, grain-fed, and Wagyu beef production. Established back in 1824, we’ve been doing this a while – in fact, we’re Australia’s oldest continuously operating company. We’ve had plenty of time to figure out how to be the best workplace we can be, with all the support, training, and opportunity you need to shape your career how you want to. We’re dedicated to acknowledging our history even as we look to sustainably feed the future – and we’d love you to join us.

About the role:

We are currently recruiting for a Finance Analyst to support our Intensive Operations.

This role plays a key role in supporting operational efficiency and continuous improvement within a complex, large-scale agricultural supply chain environment. The position requires specialist analytical capability, industry knowledge, and financial acumen to support decision-making across feedlot and intensive production operations.

This position is suited to candidates with post-graduate experience in agriculture, agribusiness, finance, or a related discipline, offering hands-on exposure to data analysis, financial insights, project coordination, systems support, and operational reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Improvement Initiatives

• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives and support implementation of process improvements across operational workflows

• Identify inefficiencies and recommend practical, data-driven solutions to improve operational performance

• Participate in cross-functional projects across Intensive Operations, delivering high-quality outcomes within defined timeframes

• Build effective relationships across departments to support operational alignment and collaboration

Commodity & Logistics Coordination

• Coordinate commodity and logistics activities, including management of feedstock movement into feedlots, stock tracking, and inventory management

• Oversee associated documentation, including invoices and contract-related records

• Liaise with suppliers and stakeholders to ensure timely and efficient delivery of goods and services

Project Coordination

• Support the planning and delivery of projects, ensuring outcomes are achieved on time and within scope

• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to manage progress, mitigate risks, and provide regular updates and reporting

Reporting, Data Analysis and Insights

• Analyse operational, production, and financial data to identify trends, variances, and performance improvement opportunities

• Develop and deliver accurate and timely reports, dashboards, and insights to support operational and financial decision-making

• Maintain data integrity and produce regular and ad hoc reporting aligned to business requirements

Operational Support During High-Pressure Periods

• Provide hands-on support to Operations teams during peak production periods

• Demonstrate the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities within a dynamic operational environment

Systems Support (Stock Management Systems)

• Utilise and support systems including Stockaid FY3000, Feedbunk, and Stockmate

• Provide user support, troubleshooting, and training to ensure effective system usage

• Monitor and maintain system accuracy to support operational and financial reporting

Required Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Business, Finance, Agribusiness, or a related discipline

• Minimum 1–2 years’ relevant experience in agriculture, agribusiness, or intensive livestock operations, including direct exposure to cattle operations

• Demonstrated experience applying strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills in a commercial or operational environment

• Experience in data analysis, financial reporting, or operational performance analysis

• Demonstrated experience in project coordination and delivery

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data or reporting systems

• Experience working with operational or ERP systems (feedlot or livestock systems highly regarded)

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present insights to stakeholders

• Proven ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams and influence outcomes

• Ability to operate effectively in environments with complex supply chains and competing priorities

Highly Regarded

• Sound understanding of animal husbandry practices

• Knowledge of commodity storage, feedmill operations, and feedlot environments

• Previous experience working in feedlots or intensive livestock production systems

Applications

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a Cover Letter and Resume outlining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.

For further information, please contact **@aaco.com.au.