Accountant - Costing, Inventory & Accounts Payable

Nature's Care; Sydney; Presencial; AUD 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Nature’s Care is seeking an experienced Accountant to join the Finance team at our Belrose head office. You will manage cost accounting, inventory controls and the end-to-end accounts payable process in a manufacturing environment.

The role involves month-end reporting, variance analysis and process improvements, with opportunities to contribute to audits and cross-functional collaboration across Finance, Purchasing, Warehouse and Production.

Formación

• Experience in cost accounting, inventory accounting or general accounting, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Sound understanding of inventory costing, cost variances, stock reconciliations and inventory controls.
• Practical experience managing accounts payable and supporting month-end accounting processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience using accounting software or ERP systems.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare, analyse and maintain cost accounting records, reports and supporting schedules.
• Maintain and review average costs for raw materials, packaging materials, work-in-progress (WIP) and finished goods.
• Coordinate stocktakes and cycle counts, perform inventory reconciliations, maintain stock controls and investigate discrepancies.
• Analyse material, labour and overhead costs, investigate significant cost variances and provide clear explanations to management.
• Complete month-end cost accounting processes and prepare monthly management reports.
• Review production and operational costs to identify opportunities for improved efficiency and cost savings.
• Assist with internal and external audit requirements.
• Undertake other costing and inventory-related duties as required.

Conocimientos

Cost accounting

Inventory accounting

Accounts payable

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Educación

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Herramientas

Excel

ERP systems

Descripción del empleo

Accountant - Costing, Inventory & Accounts Payable

We are seeking an experienced and hands‑on Accountant to join our small, friendly and supportive Finance team at our newly renovated head office in Belrose.

This role offers a varied workload across cost accounting, inventory management, accounts payable, month-end reporting and general accounting support within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

We are looking for someone who is analytical, detail-oriented and proactive, with a willingness to take ownership of tasks at all levels. The successful candidate will be comfortable working across both detailed accounting processes and practical operational activities, including managing the end-to-end accounts payable process and conducting physical inventory cycle counts.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Accounting & Inventory Management

• Prepare, analyse and maintain cost accounting records, reports and supporting schedules.
• Maintain and review average costs for raw materials, packaging materials, work-in-progress (WIP) and finished goods.
• Coordinate stocktakes and cycle counts, perform inventory reconciliations, maintain stock controls and investigate discrepancies.
• Analyse material, labour and overhead costs, investigate significant cost variances and provide clear explanations to management.
• Complete month-end cost accounting processes and prepare monthly management reports.
• Review production and operational costs to identify opportunities for improved efficiency and cost savings.
• Assist with internal and external audit requirements.
• Undertake other costing and inventory-related duties as required.

Accounts Payable

• Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, including verifying and processing supplier invoices against purchase orders, goods receipts and supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate supplier accounts, reconcile supplier statements and investigate and resolve outstanding or disputed items.
• Prepare and process weekly supplier payment runs, ensuring payments are accurate and made on time.
• Respond to supplier enquiries and resolve invoice and payment issues promptly.
• Maintain complete and accurate accounts payable records in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Month-End & General Accounting

• Assist with month-end closing, account reconciliations, accruals and financial reporting.
• Ensure accounting records are accurate, complete and maintained in accordance with company policies and applicable accounting standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, internal controls and reporting.
• Provide general accounting support and undertake other ad hoc finance duties as required.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience in cost accounting, inventory accounting or general accounting, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• A sound understanding of inventory costing, cost variances, stock reconciliations and inventory controls.
• Practical experience managing accounts payable and supporting month-end accounting processes.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience using accounting software or ERP systems.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach, with the ability to take ownership of tasks, investigate discrepancies and identify process improvements.
• The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across Finance, Purchasing, Warehouse and Production.

About Nature’s Care

Nature’s Care is a leading Australian company with well‑known brands, an integrated business model and a growing presence in domestic and international markets.

Our diverse portfolio includes supplements, cosmetics, olive oil, wine and food products, supported by our involvement in farming, manufacturing and distribution.

Our philosophy is simple: our products must be good enough for our own families.

We appreciate all applications; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.