Commercial Finance Manager

At

RG Restaurants , we’re more than just a franchise group. With over 70 KFC restaurants and a bold 2030 Vision to grow to 100, we’re investing in people, innovation, and purpose-driven growth.

As a key member of our Finance Team, you’ll play a hands‑on role in driving the commercial performance and future investments that power one of Australia’s most successful KFC franchisees.

Reporting directly to the

Chief Financial Officer , the

Commercial Finance Manager

will take the lead on capital investment strategy, budgeting, and forecasting across our development pipeline, restaurant network, and restaurant portfolio.

You’ll act as a trusted commercial partner to the Executive, Development, and Operations teams helping shape investment decisions, optimise margins, and deliver real impact through clear insights and sound analysis.

Key responsibilities include:

Lead the annual budget and quarterly forecast process from end-to-end.

Lead the

Capex investment process

across new builds, refurbishments, and reinvestments.

Partner with cross-functional teams to maximise ROI and support long-term growth.

Drive forecasting and performance reporting across the restaurant network including variance analysis.

Provide commercial leadership, ensuring capital efficiency and delivery of net/gross build targets.

Analyse financial performance trends and develop insights that guide decision-making.

Support future

acquisition opportunities

and broader business investments.

Partner with banking stakeholders to ensure funding requirements align with our growth plan.

Maintain group debt funding models/forecasts and monitoring of covenants.

Maintain short‑medium term cash flow forecasts across multiple entities.

Champion high‑quality reporting and analysis across all levels of the organisation.

About You: You’re a commercially‑minded finance professional who thrives on making an impact in a fast‑paced, people‑focused environment. You’re not just reporting the numbers—you’re helping shape the story behind them.

You'll bring:

Degree qualifications in Finance, Accounting, or Commerce (CA/CPA/MBA highly regarded).

5+ years’ experience in financial planning, analysis, and commercial strategy.

Strong analytical, modelling, and forecasting skills.

Strong proficiency with MS Excel.

Experience partnering with cross‑functional teams in a

multi‑site or retail environment .

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present to senior leaders.

A proactive, curious mindset and the confidence to challenge, influence, and lead.

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