Senior Financial Accountant | Second-Time Mover Suited
Take ownership of financial reporting, compliance, budgeting and audit activities.
Contribute to continuous improvements within a household name.
Our client is an Australian retail/wholesaler.
Description
Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, including profit and loss statements, balance sheet reconciliations and supporting financial reports, ensuring deadlines are consistently achieved
Take ownership of month-end reporting activities, providing detailed financial analysis and insights to support effective business decision-making
Coordinate and consolidate budgeting activities across the organisation, including operating expenditure, headcount planning, capital expenditure forecasts and board reporting packs
Manage key compliance obligations including BAS, FBT, payroll tax, WorkCover, ABS reporting and other statutory requirements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulatory deadlines
Support the preparation of statutory financial statements, income tax requirements and year-end reporting obligations in partnership with external advisors and internal stakeholders
Play a key role in the external audit process, preparing audit schedules, responding to auditor queries and ensuring all necessary documentation is provided in a timely manner
Oversee and review payroll-related reporting, acting as a key finance contact for payroll matters while ensuring the accuracy of personnel and headcount reporting
Partner with operational and commercial stakeholders across the business to provide ad hoc analysis, financial insights and support for business improvement initiatives and projects




Identify and implement process improvements across financial accounting procedures, systems and controls to enhance efficiency, compliance and overall business performance
Profile
CA or CPA qualified, with a tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline
Demonstrated experience within a Senior Financial Accountant, Financial Accountant or equivalent position, ideally with exposure to complex month-end and year-end reporting requirements
Strong technical accounting knowledge, including financial reporting standards, statutory compliance, tax obligations and audit management
Strong systems knowledge and capability, with capacity to adapt and learn as required
Likely a high-performing first or second mover from chartered accounting looking to further develop within a commercially focused industry environment, or an experienced industry accountant seeking broader responsibilities
Advanced Excel skills with the ability to manipulate large data sets, produce meaningful financial analysis and improve reporting processes
Exposure to inventory management and optimisation would be ideal
Proven experience managing budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities, with the commercial acumen to translate financial results into business insights
A proactive and detail-oriented professional who can work autonomously, build strong stakeholder relationships and thrive in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment while maintaining a continuous improvement mindset
Job Offer
Attractive salary package of $120,000-$130,000 + superannuation.
Close partnering with C-Suite and operations
Variety beyond traditional accounting
Permanent, full-time position in Northern Suburbs.
WFH flexibility
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📌 Senior Financial Accountant | Second-Time Mover Suited (Melbourne)
🏢 Michael Page
📍 Melbourne