Our client, a well established Brisbane based manufacturing business, is seeking a motivated Graduate Accountant to join its Finance team as part of a structured Graduate Program.

Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you will complete rotations across the core finance functions, including accounts payable, financial and management accounting, cost accounting, budgeting and compliance. This is a genuine career launching opportunity, with full support provided towards your CA or CPA qualification.

Key Responsibilities
Assist with monthly management accounts, journals and balance sheet reconciliations
Support month end and year end close processes
Process accounts payable, including invoice coding, purchase order matching and payment run preparation
Support cost centre reporting, standard costing and variance analysis
Assist with inventory reconciliations, stock counts and COGS and gross margin summaries
Help collate data for the annual budget and rolling forecasts, including variance to budget commentary
Prepare audit working papers and assist with BAS, payroll tax and other statutory reporting
Identify opportunities to improve the accuracy and efficiency of finance processes
Build working relationships across Finance, Operations, Production and Supply Chain

About You




Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related discipline, completed or due for completion within the next 12 months
Eligible to enrol in, or have commenced, the CA or CPA program
Strong academic record and a genuine interest in a career in accounting or finance
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office suite
High attention to detail with strong numerical and analytical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A proactive, curious mindset and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Internship, vacation programme or part time finance experience, and a basic understanding of cost accounting or inventory concepts, will be highly regarded

What's On Offer
Structured Graduate Programme with rotations across financial accounting, cost accounting, FP&A; and treasury/tax
Full support towards your CA or CPA qualification
Mentoring and buddy support from experienced finance specialists
Training modules, workshops and a formal graduate development curriculum
Broad commercial exposure within a manufacturing workplace
Brisbane based, full time role with a explicit pathway for career progression
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📌 Graduate Accountant Brisbane
🏢 Optimum Consulting
📍 Brisbane