Your new companyYour client is a well-established Australian FMCG manufacturer with a proud heritage spanning more than 50 years.
Operating across the full production lifecycle from sourcing and processing through to packaging and distribution, the business has built a strong reputation for quality products, operational excellence and sustainable growth.
With manufacturing operations based outside of Brisbane, they continue to invest in systems, people and process improvement initiatives to support their next stage of growth.Your new roleDue to ongoing growth, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Cost Accountant to join the finance team in a permanent position.
Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will play a key role in supporting manufacturing operations through accurate inventory management, product costing and financial analysis.
Working closely with both the wider finance team and operational stakeholders, you will provide meaningful insights that support commercial decision‐making and drive continuous improvement across the business.
This role offers a blend of traditional cost accounting responsibilities alongside broader management accounting exposure, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to expand their skill set within a collaborative FMCG environment.Key responsibilities will include:Maintaining and analysing product costing modelsInventory accounting,
stock reconciliations and valuation processesSupporting month-end reporting and management accountsVariance analysis across manufacturing, labour and overheadsAssisting with budgeting and forecasting activitiesBusiness partnering with operations, supply chain and inventory teamsSupporting ERP system processes and reportingIdentifying opportunities for process improvements and enhanced reportingAssisting with audit requirements and financial controlsWhat you'll need to succeedCA, CPA or equivalent qualification (or be working towards completion)Previous experience in a Cost Accountant or Manufacturing Accountant positionStrong inventory and stock accounting experienceExposure to FMCG, manufacturing, food production or similar operational environmentsExperience working with ERP systemsStrong analytical and problem‐solving skillsExcellent communication skills and the ability to engage with both finance and operational stakeholdersIntermediate to advanced Excel skillsWhat you'll get in returnPermanent opportunity within a growing Australian manufacturerBroad role combining cost accounting and management accounting responsibilitiesExposure to a collaborative and supportive finance teamOpportunity to partner closely with inventory, operations and leadership teamsFlexible working hours to support work‐life balanceStable business with a robust market presence and long‐standing reputationConvenient location outside of Brisbane with onsite parking
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