Your new company A well-established and growing manufacturing business based in Geelong is seeking a motivated Financial Accountant to join its finance team. Operating in a fast-paced environment, the organisation prides itself on delivering quality products, driving continuous improvement, and fostering a collaborative workplace culture.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accountant looking to take the next step in their career and gain broad exposure across financial reporting, payroll, compliance, and business partnering within a supportive team.

Your new role

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day finance function while contributing to accurate reporting and process improvement initiatives.

Your responsibilities will include

- Assisting with month-end reporting, reconciliations, and financial analysis
- Maintaining balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger integrity
- Supporting payroll processing and related compliance obligations
- Preparing BAS, GST, PAYG, superannuation and other statutory reporting requirements
- Assisting with budgeting and forecasting processes
- Monitoring cash flow and supporting financial planning activities
- Supporting inventory and cost reporting where required
- Maintaining financial records within MYOB and related systems
- Assisting with process improvements and system enhancements
- Providing ad hoc reporting and analysis to support business decision-making





What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance or Commerce
- CPA/CA qualification commenced or completed, or a desire to pursue professional studies
- 2-4 years' accounting experience in a commercial setting
- Strong exposure to month-end processes and financial reporting
- Excellent Excel skills and strong attention to detail
- Experience using MYOB or similar accounting systems
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- A proactive attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Manufacturing, FMCG, or inventory-based industry experience will be highly regarded

What you'll get in return

- Salary of between $80,000 - $90,000 + Super commensurate on experience
- Convenient Geelong location with parking
- Broad accounting role with varied responsibilities
- Supportive and collaborative leadership team
- Opportunity to develop your commercial finance skills
- Stable and growing business environment
- Career development and progression opportunities

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Hays Geelong Business Director Finance - Adam Swinton at @hays.com.au

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

📌 Financial Accountant - FMCG Manufacturing - Geelong
🏢 Hays Recruitment
📍 Geelong