Senior Financial Accountant in Melbourne

Senior Financial Accountant in Melbourne

Melbourne Full-Time 120000 - 140000 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead financial reporting, month-end close, and compliance processes for a major ASX retailer.
  • Company: Join a leading ASX retailer with a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
  • Benefits: $120,000 - $140,000 salary plus super, onsite parking, and potential for permanent role.
  • Other info: Opportunity to work closely with a superb GM and enhance your career.
  • Why this job: Make an impact in a complex ASX environment while developing your leadership skills.
  • Qualifications: Tertiary degree in accounting/finance; experience in retail/FMCG preferred.

The predicted salary is between 120000 - 140000 $ per year.

Own key month-end, balance-sheet, compliance and audit processes, ensures accounting treatments comply with Group policies and applicable accounting standards, and builds effective relationships across Operations, Merchandise, Sales, Marketing and Group Finance.

My client is a leading ASX retailer.

  • Description
  • Lead the delivery of accurate and timely financial reporting, month-end close activities, and accounting processes for a large multi-site business segment.
  • Prepare and review month-end journals, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, internal policies, and approval requirements.
  • Own balance sheet integrity through high-quality reconciliations, investigation of variances, and resolution of aged or unsupported items.
  • Analyse monthly financial performance against budget, forecast, and prior year results, providing insightful variance commentary and recommendations.
  • Coordinate external audit processes, manage audit deliverables, respond to auditor queries, and ensure remediation actions are completed.
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax requirements, and corporate governance policies, including advising on complex accounting matters.
  • Drive process improvement, automation, and reporting enhancements to increase efficiency, strengthen controls, and improve business insights.
  • Partner with operational and commercial stakeholders to provide accounting advice, financial analysis, reporting, and decision-support.
  • Support system implementations, upgrades, and the development of tools and processes that improve operational and financial performance.
  • Lead, coach, and develop a Financial Accountant, ensuring effective work allocation, strong controls, and ongoing capability development.
  • Profile
  • Tertiary degree in accounting/finance or related
  • Exposure to retail/FMCG/inventory heavy environments would be ideal
  • Demonstrated experience owning month end close and financial reporting
  • Strong grasp of technical accounting and accounting standards
  • Mid Tier/Big 4 Audit background a bonus
  • People leadership experience highly valued but not requisite
  • Strong communication is non negotiable, while this is a technical role, you will partner with operations, sales, marketing, merchandise and need to build relationships here.
  • Job Offer
  • Immediate start
  • Scope for perm after the initial 12 months
  • Work closely with a superb GM in this BU
  • Exposure to a complex, fast paced ASX environment
  • Onsite parking
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Senior Financial Accountant in Melbourne employer: Michael Page

Join a well-established investment management firm in Melbourne that prioritises employee growth and fosters a positive work culture. With a focus on collaboration and professional development, this company offers a unique opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of investment funds while enjoying a supportive environment that values your contributions and encourages innovation.

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Contact Details:

Michael Page Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Financial Accountant in Melbourne

Financial Reporting
Month-End Close Activities
Accounting Standards Compliance
Balance Sheet Reconciliation
Variance Analysis
External Audit Coordination
Tax Compliance