Our client is a rapidly growing global organisation establishing a major new automated facility in Western Sydney. As the operation continues to scale, they are seeking an experienced
Commercial Accountant
to play a key role in supporting financial performance, commercial decision making and operational growth.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accountant who enjoys working closely with operations and senior stakeholders and wants to be part of building the financial framework of a recent and highly automated site.
About the role
Reporting into the finance function, you will work closely with Finance, Commercial and Operations teams to provide accurate financial reporting, meaningful analysis and commercial insight.
You will be responsible for supporting the site's financial performance while helping identify opportunities to improve costs, profitability and operational efficiency.
Key responsibilities
Prepare monthly management reporting, financial analysis and commentary
Support budgeting, forecasting and long range financial planning
Prepare weekly cash flow forecasts and financial projections
Monitor site financial performance and investigate variances
Partner with operational leaders to identify cost saving and efficiency opportunities
Provide commercial analysis and financial insights to support business decisions
Support month end close and financial accounting activities
Assist with project accounting, capital expenditure and financial controls
Prepare financial reports for senior management and Group Finance
Support audit, taxation, banking and other external stakeholder requirements




Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with internal policies and statutory requirements
Develop strong relationships across Finance, Commercial and Operations
Identify opportunities to improve reporting, processes and financial controls
About you
You will be an experienced commercial finance professional with a strong understanding of both financial and management accounting.
You will ideally have:
Experience across accounting and finance
Previous experience in a Senior Commercial Accountant, Management Accountant, Finance Manager or similar position
CA or CPA qualification
Strong budgeting, forecasting and management reporting experience
Commercial and operational business partnering experience
Experience with project accounting and financial analysis
Strong understanding of cost control and financial performance
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Advanced Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems
Experience within Big 4, logistics, supply chain, warehousing, manufacturing, FMCG or another operational environment would be highly regarded
This is more than a traditional accounting position. You will have the opportunity to work closely with a growing operation and make a genuine commercial impact.
You will be joining an organisation investing heavily in automation, technology and its Australian operations, with the opportunity to work alongside experienced finance and operational leaders.
If you are a commercially minded accountant looking for your next challenge and enjoy being close to the operation rather than working purely behind the numbers, we would love to hear from you.
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📌 Senior Commercial Accountant (Sydney)
🏢 NW People
📍 Sydney