About the Company
Quinn Allan is proud to partner with a well-established international organisation operating within the manufacturing, wholesale and distribution sector who is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join their team.
With operations spanning sourcing, production, warehousing and national distribution, the business services a diverse customer base across multiple channels throughout Australia.
The organisation has built a strong market position through a combination of quality products, long-standing customer relationships and a commitment to excellence.
Operating within a complex, multi-site environment, the business is focused on driving improved financial performance, enhancing reporting capability and strengthening commercial decision-making as it enters its next phase of growth.
The Opportunity
An exciting chance exists for an experienced Senior Financial Accountant to join the business during a significant period of transformation and improvement.
The initial focus of the role will be on strengthening financial processes, improving reporting accuracy and enhancing controls across the finance function.
This position will suit someone who enjoys working hands-on with the numbers, identifying issues, solving problems and establishing robust financial foundations.
As the finance function continues to mature, the role will broaden into a more commercially focused position, supporting strategic decision-making through insightful analysis and business partnering.
The Role
Reporting to the CFO and working closely with senior finance leadership, key responsibilities will initially include:
Ownership of month-end reporting and financial close activities
Preparation and review of monthly balance sheet reconciliations
Strengthening financial controls and balance sheet integrity
Development and maintenance of accurate cash flow forecasts




Investigation and resolution of historical accounting issues and discrepancies
Enhancing the quality, consistency and timeliness of financial reporting
Supporting budgeting, forecasting and planning processes
Monitoring inventory, margins, working capital and cost performance
Identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and reporting
Supporting finance transformation and business improvement initiatives
Over time, the role will evolve to include:
Financial modelling and scenario analysis
Profitability, cost and margin analysis
Providing commercial insights to support operational decision-making
Business partnering across operations, procurement, sales and supply chain functions
Preparation of business cases and performance improvement recommendations
Supporting strategic planning and growth initiatives
About You
For success in this role, you will be a technically strong accountant with experience of establishing sound processes and controls.
You will bring:
CA or CPA qualification
Strong financial accounting and month-end reporting experience
Proven experience managing balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls
Advanced cash flow forecasting capability
The ability to identify problems, analyse root causes and implement practical solutions
Strong analytical skills, including advanced Excel capability
Experience working with ERP and accounting systems
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
A proactive, hands-on approach with a continuous improvement mindset
Experience within manufacturing, FMCG, wholesale, distribution or another inventory-based environment will be highly regarded.
Exposure to finance transformation, systems implementation or business integration projects would also be advantageous.
Next Steps
Please click 'Apply' to submit your resume online, or contact Olivia Reiber on ************ for a confidential discussion.

📌 Senior Financial Accountant (Melbourne)
🏢 Quinn Allan
📍 Melbourne