Your current company
Your 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 role
Due 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 models
Inventory accounting, stock reconciliations and valuation processes
Supporting month-end reporting and management accounts
Variance analysis across manufacturing, labour and overheads
Assisting with budgeting and forecasting activities
Business partnering with operations, supply chain and inventory teams
Supporting ERP system processes and reporting
Identifying opportunities for process improvements and enhanced reporting
Assisting with audit requirements and financial controls
What you'll need to succeed
CA, CPA or equivalent qualification (or be working towards completion)
Previous experience in a Cost Accountant or Manufacturing Accountant position
Strong inventory and stock accounting experience
Exposure to FMCG, manufacturing, food production or similar operational environments
Experience working with ERP systems
Strong analytical and problem‐solving skills
Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with both finance and operational stakeholders
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
What you'll get in return
Permanent opportunity within a growing Australian manufacturer
Broad role combining cost accounting and management accounting responsibilities
Exposure to a collaborative and supportive finance team
Opportunity to partner closely with inventory, operations and leadership teams
Flexible working hours to support work‐life balance
Stable business with a strong market presence and long‐standing reputation
Convenient location outside of Brisbane with onsite parking
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