Cost Accountant

Hewitt Foods; Gosford; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program - 24/7

Monthly team BBQs and staff events

Staff discounts / sales

Job summary

Hewitt Foods in Gosford is seeking a commercially minded Cost Accountant to join our team. You’ll work with Finance, Operations, Manufacturing and Leadership to turn financial and operational data into practical insights and recommendations.

From analysing cost drivers to supporting budgets, forecasts and investment decisions, you’ll influence performance across Hewitt’s value chain. This is a full-time, office-based role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Analytics or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Strong financial modelling and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyse financial performance and cost drivers across units and activities.
• Monitor costs in livestock, manufacturing, logistics; identify margin improvements.
• Develop financial models for budgeting, forecasting, scenario analysis, management reporting.
• Support month-/quarter-/year-end processes and reliable reporting systems.
• Prepare investment appraisals (ROI, NPV, IRR, payback, sensitivity).

Skills

Financial modelling

Analytical skills

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Economics/Business/Analytics

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Job description

We’re looking for a commercially minded Cost Accountant to join our team in Gosford. This role plays an important part in supporting financial performance, profitability and cost management across the business. You’ll work closely with Finance, Operations, Manufacturing, Livestock and Executive Leadership to turn financial and operational data into practical insights and recommendations.

From analysing cost drivers and profitability to supporting budgets, forecasts and investment decisions, you’ll have the opportunity to influence performance across Hewitt’s value chain. This is a full-time, office-based role suited to someone who enjoys getting close to the numbers and the operations behind them.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse financial performance, profitability and key cost drivers across business units, products, customers and operational activities.
• Monitor livestock, manufacturing, processing, logistics and operational costs, identifying opportunities to improve margins and efficiency.
• Develop financial models and support budgeting, forecasting, scenario analysis and management reporting.
• Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end processes, helping maintain accurate and reliable financial reporting and systems.
• Prepare business cases and investment appraisals, including ROI, NPV, IRR, payback and sensitivity analysis, to support strategic and capital decisions.

About You

You’re an analytical and commercially focused finance professional who can see the story behind the numbers. You bring strong financial modelling and problem-solving capability, combined with the communication skills to turn complex information into clear, practical recommendations.

Experience within food processing, agribusiness or FMCG will set you up well for this role, particularly if you understand operational and manufacturing performance drivers. You’ll be comfortable partnering with stakeholders and working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

You Will Bring

• Experience as a Business Analyst, Financial Analyst or Commercial Analyst within food processing, agribusiness or FMCG; meat or protein experience is highly regarded.
• Strong financial modelling, analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience analysing operational, livestock, manufacturing and/or retail performance.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau; SQL experience is advantageous.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Analytics or a related field; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, plus an understanding of ERP systems and a continuous improvement mindset.

Life at Hewitt

With 120 years of family ownership, Hewitt is an iconic Australian agricultural business with a deep commitment to land, livestock and community. Over the past decade, Hewitt has evolved from its livestock production origins into a global, sustainable protein producer, with premium organic and grass-fed brands stocked by leading retailers across Australia, the United States and Asia.

Guided by a vision to feed the world with a system that lasts forever, Hewitt delivers ethical, nutritious protein at global scale. Our fully integrated supply chain - spanning owned cattle stations, trusted producer partners, processing and retail - provides unmatched transparency, quality and resilience, setting Hewitt apart within the global food system.

Hewitt is a hands-on, collaborative business where being present matters. Whether in the office, on station, or in production, you’re contributing to something real: real food, real impact, real teamwork.

Join Hewitt for the Opportunity of a Lifetime

• Values-Driven Organisation – Join a company with a 120-year family heritage, a clear purpose, and a long-term focus on sustainability, animal welfare, and quality.
• Competitive Remuneration Package – We recognise and reward your contributions with a fair and transparent pay structure.
• Opportunities to grow and develop– Learn on the job, gain new skills, and progress across office, production, and farm/station roles.
• Support When You Need It – Access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional wellbeing.
• The Hewitt Experience – Shared Connections & Celebration – Our teams come together to celebrate wins and build connections. Enjoy monthly BBQs cooked with our finest meats, make-your-own wrap or sandwich, morning teas, staff sales, and Employee of the Month recognition. Whether you’re in the office, on production & warehouse sites, or working at our cattle and sheep stations, there’s always an opportunity to connect, celebrate, and enjoy being part of a tight-knit team.

Applications Close on 9 November 2026

Hewitt is committed to equal opportunity employment and to fostering a workplace that values equity, diversity, and respect. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.

By applying, you acknowledge that proof of eligibility to work in Australia will be required.