Senior Management Accountant in Sydney

Senior Management Accountant in Sydney

Sydney Full-Time 121500 - 148500 $ / year (est.) Hybrid
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Join a dynamic finance team to drive financial insights and support decision-making.
  • Company: Iconic FMCG/Retail organisation with a strong growth trajectory.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, and A+ corporate training.
  • Other info: Work 3-4 days in the office and gain exposure to senior management.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in a high-performing team while developing your career.
  • Qualifications: CA/CPA qualified with strong communication skills and attention to detail.

The predicted salary is between 121500 - 148500 $ per year.

About the role

An exciting, business critical role working with a truly iconic, globally recognisable FMCG/Retail organisation currently exists in order to fill a key role in their finance team.

This is a high‑impact finance role that will contribute directly to the company’s strong growth trajectory while working within a high‑performing, forward‑thinking team.

Taking a hands‑on approach; this Senior Management Accountants' position will help assist in the management and communication of the companies’ financial & management accounting activities on a national scale.

This role is a full‑time, permanent opportunity based in their Macquarie Park office (3-4 days per week in office).

The responsibilities

The role partners closely with the leadership team to provide technical accounting expertise, management accounting insight, and financial analysis to support informed decision‑making and drive operational and cost efficiencies.

Furthermore, this role applies strong financial and management accounting discipline to analyse performance, cost drivers, and variances, supporting operational leaders with practical insights to improve financial outcomes.

Reporting into the Finance Manager, your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to);

  • Responsible for month-end and year-end tasks, pre and post to the preparation of month end management reporting and analysis.
  • Partner with the assigned business unit to provide cost insights through financial analysis, project financial tracking and periodic financial reports and drive improvements.
  • Provide analysis, insights and recommendations to CFO and Finance Manager on actual operating performance including variances, overheads spend to budget / variance
  • Provide guidance on financial processes, procedures and maintain internal controls; focus on supporting Operations function including warehouses, logistic and inventory activities
  • To investigate and resolve reconciliation variances
  • Drive continuous process improvement initiatives
  • Assist in ad-hoc projects as directed by the CFO and the wider Finance team
  • Responsible for month-end and year-end tasks, pre and post to the preparation of month end management reporting and analysis.
  • Partner with the assigned business unit to provide cost insights through financial analysis, project financial tracking and periodic financial reports and drive improvements.
  • Provide analysis, insights and recommendations to CFO and Finance Manager on actual operating performance including variances, overheads spend to budget / variance
  • Provide guidance on financial processes, procedures and maintain internal controls; focus on supporting Operations function including warehouses, logistic and inventory activities
  • To investigate and resolve reconciliation variances
  • Drive continuous process improvement initiatives
  • Assist in ad-hoc projects as directed by the CFO and the wider Finance team
  • The successful applicant will have

Ideally, you will be a CA/CPA qualified accounting professional and will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills as your ability to interact and engage cross‑functionally within the business will be crucial to your success.

Additionally, you will have a strong attention to detail and a self‑motivated approach to continuous learning / professional development.

Furthermore, a background working in a Big 4 or Mid‑Tier chartered firm will be considered advantageous.

  • Additional benefits
  • A+ corporate training from a global, industry-leading organisation
  • Company benefits
  • Partial flexible working arrangements (1-2 days work‑from‑home)
  • High level of exposure to senior management
  • Substantial salary + superannuation
  • A+ corporate training from a global, industry-leading organisation
  • Company benefits
  • Partial flexible working arrangements (1-2 days work‑from‑home)
  • High level of exposure to senior management
  • Substantial salary + superannuation
  • About the client

They are an industry-leader in the FMCG/Retail; boasting a portfolio of well‑known products.

About the role

An exciting, business critical role working with a truly iconic, globally recognisable FMCG/Retail organisation currently exists in order to fill a key role in their finance team.

This is a high‑impact finance role that will contribute directly to the company’s strong growth trajectory while working within a high‑performing, forward‑thinking team.

Taking a hands‑on approach; this Senior Management Accountants' position will help assist in the management and communication of the companies’ financial & management accounting activities on a national scale.

This role is a full‑time, permanent opportunity based in their Macquarie Park office (3-4 days per week in office).

The responsibilities

The role partners closely with the leadership team to provide technical accounting expertise, management accounting insight, and financial analysis to support informed decision‑making and drive operational and cost efficiencies.

Furthermore, this role applies strong financial and management accounting discipline to analyse performance, cost drivers, and variances, supporting operational leaders with practical insights to improve financial outcomes.

Reporting into the Finance Manager, your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to);

  • Responsible for month-end and year-end tasks, pre and post to the preparation of month end management reporting and analysis.
  • Partner with the assigned business unit to provide cost insights through financial analysis, project financial tracking and periodic financial reports and drive improvements.
  • Provide analysis, insights and recommendations to CFO and Finance Manager on actual operating performance including variances, overheads spend to budget / variance
  • Provide guidance on financial processes, procedures and maintain internal controls; focus on supporting Operations function including warehouses, logistic and inventory activities
  • To investigate and resolve reconciliation variances
  • Drive continuous process improvement initiatives
  • Assist in ad-hoc projects as directed by the CFO and the wider Finance team
  • Responsible for month-end and year-end tasks, pre and post to the preparation of month end management reporting and analysis.
  • Partner with the assigned business unit to provide cost insights through financial analysis, project financial tracking and periodic financial reports and drive improvements.
  • Provide analysis, insights and recommendations to CFO and Finance Manager on actual operating performance including variances, overheads spend to budget / variance
  • Provide guidance on financial processes, procedures and maintain internal controls; focus on supporting Operations function including warehouses, logistic and inventory activities
  • To investigate and resolve reconciliation variances
  • Drive continuous process improvement initiatives
  • Assist in ad-hoc projects as directed by the CFO and the wider Finance team
  • The successful applicant will have

Ideally, you will be a CA/CPA qualified accounting professional and will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills as your ability to interact and engage cross‑functionally within the business will be crucial to your success.

Additionally, you will have a strong attention to detail and a self‑motivated approach to continuous learning / professional development.

Furthermore, a background working in a Big 4 or Mid‑Tier chartered firm will be considered advantageous.

  • Additional benefits
  • A+ corporate training from a global, industry-leading organisation
  • Company benefits
  • Partial flexible working arrangements (1-2 days work‑from‑home)
  • High level of exposure to senior management
  • Substantial salary + superannuation
  • A+ corporate training from a global, industry-leading organisation
  • Company benefits
  • Partial flexible working arrangements (1-2 days work‑from‑home)
  • High level of exposure to senior management
  • Substantial salary + superannuation
  • About the client

They are an industry-leader in the FMCG/Retail; boasting a portfolio of well‑known products.

  • Additional information
  • Global FMCG/Retail Org. | 2 Days WFH | Dynamic & Inclusive Company Culture!
  • Financial & Management Accounting | Finance Business Partnering | Projects
  • Circa $135,000 + Super + Bonus | Big 4 or Mid-Tier Chartered Background Ideal!
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Senior Management Accountant in Sydney employer: Sharp and Carter

FUNDAY is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and creativity thrive. As the Head of Ecommerce & Digital Growth, you'll be at the forefront of shaping a rapidly expanding brand, with direct access to leadership and a culture that values entrepreneurial spirit. Enjoy unique perks like generous product discounts and additional leave days, all while contributing to a mission-driven company that's redefining the confectionery landscape in Australia and beyond.

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Contact Details:

Sharp and Carter Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Management Accountant in Sydney

CA/CPA qualification
Financial Analysis
Management Accounting
Technical Accounting Expertise
Cost Insights
Month-End and Year-End Reporting
Variance Analysis