Senior Risk & Governance Analyst

Who are we?

Craft your future with Suntory Oceania, a new $3b multi-beverage partnership between Suntory Global Spirits and Suntory Beverage & Food. Underpinned by quality, craftsmanship and a strong sense of purpose, our exciting new partnership will be powered by two manufacturing sites, five distribution centres and more than 1500 Suntorians across Australia and New Zealand.

Our market-leading portfolio will have over 40 brands, including, V Energy, Maximus, and Suntory BOSS Coffee. As One Suntory, we will be positioned as the fourth largest beverage player in the region, ready to ignite the category, creating more beverage moments from sunrise to sunset. Together, we will bring the best of Suntory to Oceania.

The Opportunity:

The Senior Risk & Governance Analyst Oceania is responsible for process improvement and control operations within the Internal Control Framework across the Suntory Oceania Group of Companies, including New Zealand, Australia, and Suntory Brands International. This role will involve preparing, planning, executing, documenting, and reporting on critical business process controls, utilising a risk-based assurance approach.

You will collaborate closely with the Risk and Governance Manager - Oceania, SBF APAC Internal Control, Internal Audit, Suntory Group and business functional stakeholders to assess and address gaps in the internal control environment. This includes recommending areas for improvement and driving continuous efficiency in control processes.

What You'll Do:

• Internal Control Framework: Develop, enhance, and review the Internal Control Framework to identify weakness in internal controls and processes, address risks and ensure control effectiveness.
• Chart of Authority (COA): Oversee the periodic review, update, and sign-off of the COA, addressing any business queries or requests.
• Internal Audit: Lead the follow up and collaborate with the APAC Internal Audit team to manage audit reviews, track findings, prepare periodic completion status reporting to key Senior Management, key stakeholders and APAC teams. Ensure timely closure of findings.
• Control Self-Assessment (CSA): Implement and guide CSA across business units, ensuring documentation and corrective actions are tracked.
• Process Simplification: Identify inefficiencies in processes and work with teams to simplify workflows while maintaining control integrity.
• Risk Management: Ensure risk and governance initiatives, processes and policies are in place and operational including crisis management and disaster recovery planning.
• Reporting: Ensure timely Governance and control reporting and address findings with auditors and stakeholders.
• Be an ambassador for Risk, Internal controls & Governance within the organisation.

What We're Looking For:

• 5–7 years’ experience in external or internal audit, internal controls, or risk management; (Big 4 CA firms experience advantageous but not essential).
• Advanced understanding and knowledge of risk identification, internal control frameworks, audit processes, and governance best practices.
• Proven ability to resolve audit findings with appropriate supporting evidence and improve control environments.
• Skilled in business process mapping, flow charting, and simplifying complex processes.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills; experience with data analytics and dashboarding tools (Power BI desirable).
• Excellent reporting and presentation skills, with the ability to deliver clear insights to stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills; collaborative, proactive, and able to build strong relationships and support teams through change.
• Self-starter who can manage shifting priorities and perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Ability to quickly understand specific business environments and business challenges.
• Innovative and keen to create solutions to problems. An ability to think outside the square to identify ways to improve existing processes.
• Tertiary qualifications in finance, accounting, risk management, or a related discipline.

Unleash Your Spirit!

As Suntorians we believe in Dreaming Big and Growing for Good. We take pride in our sustainability, diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, striving to grow responsibly and inclusively. Come be part of the Suntory family and Unleash Your Spirit.

In addition to being part of a passionate team, we offer a competitive remuneration package and an industry leading parental leave policy. This position is a critical part of our Finance team so has plenty of scope for professional development with the opportunity to learn from, and work with, top leaders across the Oceania, regional and global business.

Our DEI Commitment

At Suntory, we recognize that diverse knowledge, perspectives, and backgrounds contribute to our collective success. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals can bring their whole selves to work every day, regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or any other protected characteristic.

Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to highlight what Suntory offers as an employer while allowing candidates to share their unique skills and experiences. We understand that career trajectories vary, and if you believe your experience/background can benefit our team, we encourage you to apply. We endeavor to make our interview process as inclusive as possible and offer reasonable accommodations as needed. Together, we can cultivate a workplace where everyone can thrive and propel our mission of Growing for Good.