Amanda McLune

Financial Oversight & Performance Management

• Accountable for the financial performance of National Labour Cost and FTEs, overseeing over 2,500 full-time equivalents.
• Managed financial operations for the Corporate Strategic Business Unit (SBU) with an annual operational expenditure exceeding $110M pa.
• Led the preparation and management of financial and management accounting, including month-end close, annual reporting, and rolling forecasts for both-Corporate SBU and National Labour functions.
• Directed the Annual Operating Budget process for Corporate functions, covering 50+ cost centres/ 500 employees. Oversaw planning, timeline coordination, system data integrity, stakeholder engagement, and final report submission. Provided strategic support across all business areas and established team priorities to meet deadlines.
  

Strategic Leadership & Business Partnering

• Provided direct business partnering services to HR, National Labour, and Corporate SBU, including senior leadership (EXCO/SLT) and overseas stakeholders outside standard business hours.
• Led cross-functional teams to deliver key initiatives such as corporate restructuring and labour cost optimisation.
• Developed and executed strategic plans and performance metrics to achieve departmental goals and drive business alignment.
• Reviewed capital expenditure business cases ($50K–$500K) to ensure financial viability, transparency, and strategic alignment.
  

Compliance, Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement

• Managed financial procedures related to National Workers Compensation, including reconciliation, insurance liaison, accounts payable, SAP processes, and budgeting.
• Oversaw Payroll Tax compliance, including reconciliation, SAP integration, budgeting, and coordination with internal stakeholders.
• Delivered monthly labour and P&L reporting via TM1 to international headquarters, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Supported external stakeholders (e.g., auditors, suppliers) with reporting and accounting requirements.
  

Process Improvement & Data Governance

• Championed continuous improvement initiatives across HR, labour reporting, and corporate finance operations.
• Streamlined workflows by identifying system bottlenecks and implementing targeted solutions.
• Ensured effective handling of confidential data through active monitoring, validation, and correction of sensitive systems and communications.
  

Team Leadership & Capability Building

• Provided leadership and mentorship to two direct reports and junior team members, fostering professional growth and accountability.
• Developed and implemented training programs to enhance onboarding and operational readiness.
  Achieved cost reductions through strategic resource management and process optimisation.

Strategic Business Partnering & Leadership

• Acted as the primary finance business partner to the Procurement division, overseeing a purchasing portfolio exceeding $350M annually.
• Provided financial leadership and advisory support to a team of 11 Procurement Managers, ensuring alignment with corporate financial objectives and compliance standards.
• Delivered strategic and operational financial reporting to support executive decision-making and effective resource allocation.
• Led cross-functional teams in process improvement initiatives, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency.

Financial Planning, Reporting & Analysis

• Led the preparation and monthly submission of comprehensive procurement reporting packages to both local and overseas Head Offices.
• Developed, monitored, and analysed budgets and forecasts in line with team goals and organisational strategy, providing insightful commentary on variances and trends.
• Managed a $12M budget and month-end close processes for six industrial business units, enhancing performance through the development of dynamic forecasting and reporting tools.

Inventory & Operational Finance Management

• Directed the financial and operational management of obsolete inventory across 14 manufacturing sites nationwide.
• Coordinated cross-functional collaboration with Industrial, Sales, Marketing, and Supply chain teams to ensure accurate accounting to optimize inventory valuation and reduce excess stock levels

Project Management, Process Improvement & Systems Optimisation

• Spearheaded process improvement initiatives across procurement and industrial departments, aligning SAP systems and reporting procedures with strategic business objectives.
• Identified inefficiencies and implemented streamlined solutions to enhance data accuracy, reporting timeliness, and operational effectiveness.
• Managed project timelines effectively, meeting deadlines while staying within budget constraints.

Executive Support & Stakeholder Engagement

• Provided timely and relevant financial insights to executive and senior leadership teams, supporting both periodic and ad hoc decision-making requirements.
• Maintained strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring transparency, accountability, and alignment with corporate priorities.
• Analysed cost structures and profitability metrics to drive informed decision-making for management teams.

Sales Finance Business Partnering

• Acted as the lead finance business partner to the Foodservice, ALDI, COSTCO and JUICE national sales division, supporting portfolios with annual revenue exceeding +$350Mpa.
• Provided strategic financial advice on commercial opportunities, leveraging financial modelling to assess profitability and guide decision-making in line with internal capabilities and market dynamics.
• Advised senior stakeholders on optimal strategies to maximise commercial outcomes and resource utilisation.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance Commercial project outcomes and provide accurate and timely financial information to improve decision-making.
• Trained Sales Managers and TM's on P&L performance, accounting practices and procedures for improved team performance.

Reporting, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Prepared monthly and periodic management reports with detailed commentary on commercial performance for senior business unit leaders, internal stakeholders (local and overseas), and international Head Office.
• Led the annual budgeting process for multiple business units, including labour cost planning, volume forecasting, and valuation of sales revenue, trade spend, and net sales.
• Delivered high-accuracy forecasts and budget outcomes: Labour Budget: $25M
  Volume Budget: 208M Litres (Actual: 210M Litres)
  Revenue Budget: $312M (Actual: $316M)
  Net Sales Budget: $300M (Actual: $303M)
• Collaborated with internal departments to develop accurate forecasts tool for revenue growth and customer profitability analysis

Month-End Close & Financial Controls

• Managed month-end close activities including journal entries and accounting accrual basis, balance sheet oversight, and reconciliation of general ledger accounts totalling $110M.
• Oversaw royalty account management ($4.5M), contract payment processing, and review of selling cost centre expenditures to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
• Led audits by preparing documentation and coordinating with external auditors for accurate assessments.