The Opportunity

An established Australian business operating across the FMCG, consumer products and wholesale distribution sectors is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join its close-knit finance team.

Partnering with some of Australia's leading retailers, the business manages a diverse portfolio of household, health, beauty and licensed consumer brands.

This is an excellent prospect for an accountant who enjoys the variety and autonomy of working in an SME environment, where you can develop a genuine understanding of the business and see the direct impact of your work.

Working closely with the Head of Finance and Finance Manager, you'll gain exposure across financial and management accounting, cash flow forecasting, commercial analysis and business improvement initiatives.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

- Broad commercial exposure: Move beyond traditional financial reporting into cash flow management, forecasting, business partnering and operational finance.
- Make a genuine impact: Join a lean finance function where your ideas and contributions will be valued, with opportunities to improve processes and reporting.
- Exposure to senior leadership: Work closely with experienced finance leaders and key decision-makers across the business.
- Systems transformation: Contribute to the continued improvement of finance systems and processes
- Supportive SME culture: Enjoy a collaborative, down-to-earth working environment with a high level of autonomy and variety.

The Role

This is a varied position combining financial accounting responsibilities with commercial and operational finance activities.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Preparing monthly financial and management reports,



including brand and retailer profitability analysis.
- Managing and maintaining cash flow forecasts, balance sheet forecasts and supporting annual budgeting activities.
- Overseeing financial reporting and accounting requirements across multiple business entities.
- Preparing royalty calculations, licensing reports and associated commercial analysis.
- Managing statutory compliance requirements, including BAS and IAS submissions.
- Partnering with management to provide meaningful financial insights and support business decisions.
- Identifying opportunities to streamline reporting, improve processes and reduce manual activities.
- Supporting broader finance operations and systems improvement projects

About You

We're looking for a technically capable, commercially minded accountant who enjoys working in a hands-on environment and is comfortable taking ownership of a broad range of responsibilities.

Experience working within a small-to-medium-sized business is particularly important. You'll understand the need to be adaptable, work independently and contribute beyond the traditional boundaries of a financial accounting position.

Ideally, you'll bring:

- CA or CPA qualification with at least five years' relevant accounting experience.
- Previous experience in an SME or mid-market business, ideally within FMCG, consumer products,



wholesale distribution or a similar inventory-based environment.
- Strong financial reporting, balance sheet management and statutory accounting capabilities.
- Demonstrated experience with cash flow forecasting, budgeting and financial analysis.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems.
- A proactive approach to improving processes and developing more efficient ways of working.
- Strong communication skills and the confidence to engage with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.

Above all, you'll be someone who enjoys understanding how a business operates, is willing to roll up their sleeves and takes pride in delivering accurate, meaningful financial information.

Apply Today

If you're an experienced accountant looking for a broad, commercially engaging role within a supportive Australian business, we'd welcome the opportunity to discuss this position with you.

Simply apply with your up-to-date CV in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx).

Reference Number: 06810-0013542092SG

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