An established organisation within the manufacturing sector is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Accountant to join its finance team on an immediate temporary basis. Based in the Geelong region, this is a hands-on prospect offering broad exposure across financial reporting, manufacturing operations and business improvement.
Your new role
Reporting to the senior finance leadership team, you will take responsibility for key accounting activities while providing support and guidance across the broader finance function. Responsibilities will include:
Preparing monthly management accounts, budgets and cash flow reporting
Managing month-end reporting, reconciliations, journals and adjustments
Analysing sales, costs, budgets and cash flow variances
Supporting BAS, GST and other statutory reporting requirements
Fixed asset, inventory and manufacturing cost analysis
Supporting payroll and transactional finance when required
Assisting with audit requirements and strengthening financial controls
Providing guidance to accounting staff and partnering with stakeholders across the business
Identifying opportunities to improve reporting, processes and financial efficiency
What you'll need to succeed
You will be a qualified CA/CPA Accountant with a relevant degree and ideally at least five years' accounting experience. You will bring strong financial accounting and month-end capability, advanced Excel skills and excellent attention to detail. Experience within manufacturing, inventory or a similarly operational environment will be particularly valuable, along with the confidence to work autonomously and support other members of the finance team.
What you'll get in return
$65-$70 per hour
Immediate start
Geelong region location
Broad, hands-on senior accounting position
Exposure to manufacturing, inventory and commercial operations
Opportunity to work closely with senior finance leadership
Role offering both technical accounting and team leadership exposure
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, or contact Hays Geelong Business Director Finance - Adam Swinton at [email protected].
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📌 Senior Accountant Geelong
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📍 Geelong
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