Company Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc.

Are you a finance professional who enjoys partnering with operations, uncovering insights through data, and driving business performance? We are seeking a Managerial Accountant to serve as the financial business partner for our Willoughby manufacturing facility while supporting operational finance initiatives across North America. This is more than a traditional accounting role.

You'll work directly with plant leadership to analyze manufacturing performance, optimize product costing, support strategic decision-making, and identify opportunities that improve profitability and operational efficiency. If you're passionate about manufacturing, cost accounting, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do Partner with Manufacturing Leadership Serve as the financial representative on the Willoughby Plant Management Team

Partner with Operations and Supply Chain leaders to improve manufacturing performance and profitability

Provide financial insight that supports strategic and operational decision-making

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and cross-functional projects Drive Financial Analysis & Reporting Prepare, analyze, and present monthly financial reports for the Willoughby facility and other North American operations as needed

Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory performance, operational efficiency, and key business metrics

Identify trends, risks, and opportunities while recommending actionable solutions

Support leadership with meaningful financial reporting and performance analysis Lead Cost Accounting & Product Costing Maintain accurate product costing and perform detailed cost analyses

Conduct variance analysis to identify cost drivers and operational improvement opportunities

Analyze manufacturing margins, material yields, inventory valuation, and production performance

Support pricing, profitability, and investment decisions through accurate financial analysis Support Planning & Continuous Improvement Lead the annual operating budget and planning process for the Willoughby facility

Support month-end close, financial audits, capital project tracking, and other operational finance activities





Perform special financial analyses and projects that support operational excellence

Help strengthen internal controls and improve financial processes Strengthen Systems & Business Processes Develop expertise in the company's ERP system (Movex/M3) and manufacturing processes

Maintain the integrity of financial and operational data

Partner with Operations to improve reporting accuracy and business processes

Drive process improvements that enhance efficiency, reporting, and decision-making What We're Looking For Bachelor's degree in Accounting required

4–8 years of progressive experience in cost accounting and general accounting within a manufacturing environment

Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and product costing

Experience supporting manufacturing operations, supply chain, or plant finance

Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial and operational data

Strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Ability to build relationships with shop floor employees, supervisors, managers, and executive leadership

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail Preferred Qualifications Experience in process manufacturing

Experience with Movex (M3) or similar ERP systems

Knowledge of inventory management, manufacturing KPIs, and operational finance

Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, capital projects, and continuous improvement initiatives Why Join Us? Serve as a key financial partner to manufacturing leadership

Influence operational strategy through meaningful financial analysis

Work on high-impact projects that improve manufacturing performance and profitability

Gain exposure to plant operations, supply chain, and North American finance initiatives

Join a collaborative team focused on innovation,



operational excellence, and continuous improvement

Competitive compensation and comprehensive advantages package If you're an analytical finance professional who enjoys partnering with operations, solving complex business challenges, and driving continuous improvement through data-driven decision-making, we encourage you to apply today. The salary range for this position is $82,600.00 - $103,600.00 USD Annual. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered.

This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected].

We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. The law requires Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. to post a notice describing the Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination. For information regarding your legal rights and protections, please click on the following link: Know Your Rights Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay.

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📌 Manufacturing Plant Managerial Accountant (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials) (Sydney)
🏢 Mitsubishi Chemical Group APAC
📍 Sydney