Senior Financial Accountant in Melbourne

Senior Financial Accountant in Melbourne

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

  • Tasks: Lead financial reporting, inventory accounting, and team development in a dynamic retail environment.
  • Company: Join a top-tier premium retail business with a strong brand and collaborative culture.
  • Benefits: $135k + super, hybrid work, professional development, and generous employee discounts.
  • Other info: Modern Richmond offices with excellent career growth opportunities.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in finance transformation while developing your leadership skills.
  • Qualifications: CA/CPA qualified with 6+ years of accounting experience and strong inventory knowledge.

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

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Join one of Australia's most successful and rapidly growing premium retail businesses, known for its high-performing culture, strong brand presence and continued investment in its people. Based in gorgeous, modern Richmond offices, this is an exciting opportunity to join a sophisticated finance function within a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment. You'll work alongside experienced finance leaders and have genuine exposure across the wider business.

BENEFITS

  • $135k + super
  • Gorgeous, modern Richmond offices
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
  • Professional development and first‑class learning opportunities
  • Health and wellbeing initiatives
  • Reward, recognition and incentive programs
  • Generous employee discounts and additional staff perks

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Financial Controller, this Senior Financial Accountant role will take ownership across inventory accounting, financial reporting, audit and finance projects, while also leading and developing a small team. This is a high‑impact role suited to someone technically strong who enjoys combining hands‑on accounting with stakeholder engagement, leadership and continuous improvement. The role will also play an important part in finance transformation and systems enhancement.

DUTIES

  • Own inventory accounting, valuation, landed costs, provisioning and associated balance sheet controls
  • Lead key financial reporting activities, including month-end, reconciliations and statutory reporting
  • Act as a key finance contact for external audit, ensuring strong documentation and audit readiness
  • Partner with Retail, Supply Chain, Commercial and Sustainability teams across reporting and business initiatives
  • Lead and develop a small team while driving finance projects, systems improvements and process optimisation

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

  • CA/CPA qualified with strong financial accounting and technical reporting experience
  • 6+ years' accounting experience, ideally including audit and/or a senior financial accounting position
  • Strong inventory accounting experience within retail, FMCG or another product/inventory-heavy environment
  • Confident knowledge of AASB/IFRS, balance sheet governance and external audit requirements
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with advanced Excel and exposure to ERP systems

Senior Financial Accountant in Melbourne employer: TwoScots Recruitment

As a leading provider of innovative funding solutions in the heart of Sydney CBD, this organisation offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where Client Managers can thrive. With a competitive salary package, hybrid working arrangements, and a strong focus on employee development, you will have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with clients while contributing to their sustainable growth. Join a collaborative team that values excellence in service and continuous improvement, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking rewarding careers.

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Contact Details:

TwoScots Recruitment Recruitment Team

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

Financial Accounting
Technical Reporting
Inventory Accounting
AASB/IFRS Knowledge
Balance Sheet Governance
External Audit Requirements
Leadership Skills