- Entrepreneurial FMCG start-up | Progressive and agile corporate culture
- Broad Financial Accountant role encompassing month-end, FP&A and AP/AR
- Suited to an industry experienced junior accountant looking to step up or a first mover from Business Services advisory looking for broad exposure in a fast-paced consumer/ retail industry
- Immediate start | CBD Fringe area | Hybrid working arrangement
The Opportunity
The business is a fast growing start-up in the FMCG/ Retail sector. Since its inception, the business has established deep relationships in the market which has allowed them to expand their distribution networks rapidly. With international expansion in the very near future, we are on the search for a bright accountant attracted to working for a agile start-up who are achieving gradual milestones in Australia and New Zealand. You must be excited to take on a broad accounting role which will encompass supporting the Financial Controller on month-end reporting, accounts payable and receivables, payroll and some financial planning and commercial/ analytical requirements. As the business continues to grow, this role will step up to a Senior Accountant or Finance Manager remit.
The Challenge
Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, your duties will include:
- Co-ordination of the completion of month end including reporting
- Co-ordination of the completion of monthly financial reconciliations including all balance sheet reconciliations together with necessary supporting documentation
- Management of Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable including processing supplier invoices and managing debtors account reconciliations
- Assist with cashflow and sales reporting including weekly sales, margin and channel performance
- Assist with tax compliance including preparation of quarterly BAS and ensure compliance with GST, PAYG and payroll obligations
- Proactively engage the business units in providing commercial and analytical support to build a strong reputation between Finance and the rest of the business
The Expertise
Please consider expressing interest in this position if you possess the following:
- You have recently completed your CPA or CA and may either be in a mid-tier chartered firm in Business Services Advisory or an SME industry environment with experience in consumer product based environments
- Demonstrate an understanding of financial accounting principles and an interest in commercial analysis
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills
- Excellent communication with various stakeholders and strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to build relationships with non-finance stakeholders
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Financial Accountant| $120,000 plus super | CBD Fringe in Melbourne employer: ThompsonCook
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