Job Description
About the Company & Role:
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Our client is a market leader in the manufacturing and industrial sector, experiencing strong growth and expansion. With operations scaling nationally, they are looking for a Senior Management Accountant to join their finance team.
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This is a hands-on, senior role where you'll own financial reporting, partner with operations, and drive system and process improvements. It's an opportunity for someone who thrives in a quick-paced environment, brings strong costing expertise, and enjoys influencing decisions across both finance and operations.
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Key Responsibilities:
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Deliver accurate month-end results including P&L;, balance sheet reconciliations, and journal postings, while ensuring integrity across financial statements
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Drive budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis with insightful commentary for senior leadership and operational teams
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Provide detailed analysis on cost drivers, inventory management, and sales margin performance, translating insights into clear business decisions
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Partner with non-finance stakeholders to improve understanding of financial performance, reporting, and cost control
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Support external audits, tax compliance, and internal policy development to strengthen governance frameworks
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Lead process improvement and automation initiatives, including ERP enhancements, data integration, and Power BI reporting solutions
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Mentor junior team members and champion system automation to reduce manual work and deliver more strategic value
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Skills and Experience:
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Degree in Accounting or Finance; CA/CPA qualified
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5+ years' experience in senior management accounting roles, ideally across manufacturing or industrial distribution
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Strong technical background in cost management, inventory, and operational finance
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Advanced Excel skills (mandatory), with strong knowledge of ERP systems (D365 highly regarded) and exposure to data visualisation tools such as Power BI
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Why Join Our Client:
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A salary of up to $135,000 + super
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Hands-on, high-impact role in a growing organisation
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Strong career development and succession opportunities
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Convenient office location in Western Sydney, with on-site parking
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To apply, please contact Kavithri Weerasuriya at
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or **********
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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
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📌 Senior Management Accountant (Sydney)
🏢 Sharp & Carter
📍 Sydney