Silverback Cargo Care has been supplying Australia’s industrial, safety and workplace consumable markets since 1995. As a privately owned Australian company with a nationwide warehouse and distribution network, we are recognised for delivering quality products, exceptional customer service and innovative solutions that keep Australian industries safe, compliant and productive.

Today, Silverback operates distribution centers in Melbourne (Sunshine), Brisbane, Sydney and Adelaide, together with 3PL operations in Perth and Townsville.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced accounting professional to join our Head Office Finance team based in Williamstown.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this is a broad, hands-on role covering financial accounting, management reporting, cashflow management, compliance, inventory accounting and commercial analysis.

Key Responsibilities

- Month-end & balance sheet: Manage month-end close and journals, reconcile balance sheet accounts, and maintain the Fixed Asset Register.
- Systems & audit: Ensure the integrity of financial data in SAP Business One (SAP B1) and support year-end and external audit requirements.
- Management reporting: Prepare monthly management accounts and Board reporting, including actual vs budget analysis and business trend insights.
- Budgeting & commercial analysis: Assist with budgeting and forecasting, and provide commercial analysis, productivity and profitability reporting.
- Cashflow & working capital: Prepare cashflow forecasts, monitor working capital and debtor/supplier payments, and flag future funding risks.
- Compliance: Prepare and lodge BAS, PAYG Instalments, Payroll Tax, WorkCover, FBT and other statutory returns in line with Australian standards.
- Inventory: Analyse inventory levels, coordinate stocktakes with Operations, and investigate variances.
- Insurance & controls:



Review company insurance coverage and support improvements to finance processes and internal controls.
- Accounts Payable/Receivable: Oversee daily AP/AR activities and support strong debtor management.

About You

- Degree qualified in Accounting, Commerce or Finance, and CPA, CA or CIMA qualified (or nearing completion).
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Senior Financial Accountant or similar role, with strong financial and management accounting experience.
- Experience preparing monthly management reports and supporting year-end audits.
- Robust SAP Business One (SAP B1) experience (highly regarded) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills, with high attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Why Join Silverback?

- Work directly alongside the Chief Financial Officer, with exposure to commercial decision-making and strategic projects.
- Influence business performance through meaningful financial analysis and lead process improvement initiatives.
- Develop into a future Finance Manager or FC-level position as part of our succession planning.
- Enjoy genuine variety across financial accounting, management accounting and commercial finance.

Employee Benefits

- Competitive salary package, with genuine career development and succession opportunities.
- Health & wellbeing support, including Skin Checks, First Aid Training and Annual Flu Vaccinations.
- Novated Lease Program.
- Birthday Dollars and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.
- A supportive team environment within a growing Australian company.

Please note

- You must have permanent residency and the right to work in Australia
- Police checks required for the successful application
- Agency assistance is not required
- As we receive large numbers of applications, please note if you do not hear from us within 4 weeks unfortunately you have not been successful.

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📌 Senior Financial Accountant (Melbourne)
🏢 Silverback Cargo
📍 Melbourne