Join one of Australia's premier accounting firms in a newly created internal management accounting role designed to grow your expertise. Initially focused on accounts receivable and payable, payroll processing, and compliance, this position offers a pathway to broader management accounting responsibilities. Be part of a collaborative and energetic environment where your proactive approach and curiosity will be valued as you contribute to strategic financial decision-making and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

- Manage end-to-end accounts receivable and payable processes, ensuring timely collections and payments
- Process payroll accurately and on time, maintaining employee records and ensuring compliance with legislation and awards
- Support payroll-related statutory reporting, such as Single Touch Payroll, BAS, FBT, and GST
- Reconcile payroll reports and investigate discrepancies promptly
- As your understanding deepens, take on wider management accounting duties including budgeting, forecast preparation, variance analysis, and financial reporting
- Assist with month-end and year-end close activities with a focus on accuracy and compliance
- Provide meaningful financial insights and commentary to support management decision-making
- Support business units with financial analysis, cost management, and operational performance reviews




- Contribute to process improvements, system upgrades, and internal controls to optimise reporting and payroll workflows

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

- Proven experience in managing payroll and accounts receivable/payable (end-to-end)
- Experience processing end-to-end payroll, with strong knowledge of Australian legislation, taxation, superannuation, and compliance
- Strong communication skills, capable of liaising effectively with stakeholders across all levels
- Natural curiosity and a proactive mindset to learn and expand your responsibilities
- Strong reconciliation, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
- Ability to manage deadlines and juggle multiple priorities efficiently
- Demonstrated ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and professionally

Preferred Education & Experience:

- Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Commerce, Business, or a related discipline
- CPA/CA qualification or working towards professional membership
- Minimum 3 years of experience in management accounting and payroll processing

Additional Requirements:

- Strong team player with excellent stakeholder engagement skills
- Willingness to adapt to evolving systems and processes as the role expands

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📌 Management Accountant (Melbourne)
🏢 Method Recruitment Group
📍 Melbourne