A premier international Steel, manufacturing & project solutions company are seeking an experienced Accountant to join their finance team in Geelong. Working across multiple Australian and international entities, this role offers genuine scope, autonomy and responsibility — ideal for someone who enjoys ownership of their work and thrives in a fast‑paced environment.

Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, you will act as the 2IC within the finance function, overseeing core accounting operations, supporting strategic financial reporting, and guiding a small team.

The Role
As the Accountant, you will manage day‑to‑day financial operations across several entities and ensure accurate, timely reporting. Key responsibilities include:

- Multi‑entity oversight across Australian and overseas businesses
- Balance sheet management and monthly reconciliations
- End‑of‑month reporting and preparation of management accounts
- Review, analyse and prepare financial reports for senior leadership
- Work closely with the Head of Finance on budgeting, forecasting and financial controls
- Oversee and support the Bookkeeper and Payroll Officer
- Ensure compliance, accuracy and strong financial governance across all entities
- Manage daily bank reconciliations.




- Drive process improvement and maintain high standards of financial integrity
- Use Xero and Workbench to manage accounting workflows and reporting

About You
To be successful, you will bring:

- Tertiary qualification in accounting is essential
- Strong experience as an Accountant ideally within a commercial, construction or industrial setting
- Minimum of 8 years’ accounting experience
- Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) preferred.
- Proven capability managing multi‑entity accounting
- Solid understanding of balance sheets, management accounts and financial reporting
- Experience with Xero (essential) and Workbench (advantageous)
- Ability to work autonomously, take ownership and deliver to deadlines
- Confident communication skills and the ability to support and guide junior finance staff
- Previous experience managing a small team
- A proactive, accountable and solutions‑focused approach

Apply
Please call Leigh Rowbottom from Talent Associates on 1300 363 *** for more information or click "apply now" to lodge an application.
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📌 Accountant (Geelong)
🏢 Talent Associates Recruitment
📍 Geelong