Financial Accountant

Sabco Australia Pty Ltd; Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 90.000 - 130.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Sabco Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a qualified Financial Accountant to join the finance team. You will oversee the accounts payable function, manage month-end and year-end processes, and provide financial analysis and compliance across statutory and tax duties.

The role requires a CPA/CA, a bachelor’s in accounting or finance, and at least 5 years in a similar role, with strong Excel and ERP experience. FMCG exposure is advantageous and the team emphasises collaboration and accuracy.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• CPA or CA qualification
• 5+ years of accounting experience
• Exposure to the FMCG industry
• Proficient in accounting software, such as Syspro, Xero or SAP
• Advanced skills in MS Excel and data analysis
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles and tax laws
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

Responsabilidades

• Lead AP Team and supervise accounts payable operations
• Manage month end and year end close processes
• Review, monitor and analyse general ledger accounts
• Prepare and post journals for month end and year end
• Lead Fixed Assets accounting and FA journals
• Ensure tax compliance including payroll tax, BAS, income tax and FBT
• Conduct external audits and liaise with auditors and tax authorities

Conhecimentos

Financial accounting

Analytical skills

Communication

MS Excel

Formação

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA or CA qualification

Ferramentas

Syspro

Xero

SAP

Descrição da vaga

Sabco is a leading company in the manufacture and distribution of cleaning products and solutions. Established in 1892, its focus has always been on innovation, to provide the highest quality products and solutions that can satisfy any industry requirements.

We pride ourselves on being at the forefront of innovative cleaning products in Australia and work hard to make Sabco the first choice for quality cleaning solutions.

We are searching for a Financial Accountant.

About the role

We are looking for a qualified and experienced Financial Accountant to join our finance team and oversee our AP team, the month end, year-end, and tax-related processes. You will be responsible for preparing and analyzing financial statements, reports, and budgets, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations, and providing financial advice and insights to senior management.

To be successful in this role, you should have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, a CPA or CA qualification, and at least 5 years of experience in a similar role. You should also have advanced knowledge of accounting software, MS Excel, and tax laws. You should have excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, and be able to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities:

Lead AP Team

Manage and supervise the accounts payable team, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments

Provide guidance and support on all aspects of accounts payable operations

Implementing improvements and best practices on both process and system

Manage USD Hedge contracts

Review, monitor and analyse general ledger accounts

Mapping GL codes if need in Financial Statements

Lead the team to complete GL reconciliation on the monthly basis

Prepare and post journals for the month end and year end

Lead Fixed Assets accountant to ensure all FA journals are posting correctly

Month End and Year end

Perform month end and year end close processes in ERP system including period end rollover, reconciling accounts, posting journals, and preparing financial statements.

Prepare and review financial result and analysis with Financial Controller, including Sales reports, rolling cash flow projection, working capital analysis etc.

Analyse financial results and variances, and provide commentary and recommendations

Tax and others

Ensure tax compliance by preparing and lodging payroll tax, BAS, monthly income tax, and FBT on a timely basis

Prepare tax provision journals

Conduct external audits, and ensure compliance with accounting policies and standards

Research and resolve accounting issues and queries

Liaise with external stakeholders, such as auditors, tax authorities, and banks

Keep abreast of accounting developments and best practices

Qualifications and skills:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

CPA or CA qualification

Exposure to the FMCG industry

5+ years of experience in accounting, preferably in a large or complex organization

Proficient in accounting software, such as Syspro, Xero or SAP

Advanced skills in MS Excel and data analysis

Sound knowledge of accounting principles and tax laws

Excellent communication and presentation skills

High attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Team player with a positive attitude

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Your application will include the following questions:

• Do you have reconciliations experience?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years' experience do you have as a financial accountant?
• How many years of accounting experience do you have?
• Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?
• Have you completed a chartered accountant (CA) qualification?
• Do you have experience using Microsoft Excel?
• Do you have experience completing ad hoc and month end reporting?

Several acquisitions and brand identity changes took place over years including acquisition by HWI in 2003, where a world sourcing program aimed to provide even more innovative products to Australian consumers.

May 2007 saw the introduction of Libman USA family to the Sabco family, with the company taking 50% ownership of Sabco Australia Pty Ltd. The Libman business brought with it a wealth of history and experience in the cleaning field, and made Sabco a truly international business.In 2009 The Libman Company took full ownership of the Sabco business. The long term future of the brand is secured thanks to their wealth of experience in the brushware category!

In 2016 Sabco opened an exciting new chapter, expanding into the UK and launching an exclusive range of products in Homebase stores nationally.

Sabco is steeped in heritage and we plan to be around for the next 100 years by constantly searching for opportunities to improve, by way of innovation and with a passion to provide our customers with the best quality product possible. We are driven by wanting to remain the trusted cleaning brand that consumers have enjoyed since 1892.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website

Several acquisitions and brand identity changes took place over years including acquisition by HWI in 2003, where a world sourcing program aimed to provide even more innovative products to Australian consumers.

May 2007 saw the introduction of Libman USA family to the Sabco family, with the company taking 50% ownership of Sabco Australia Pty Ltd. The Libman business brought with it a wealth of history and experience in the cleaning field, and made Sabco a truly international business.In 2009 The Libman Company took full ownership of the Sabco business. The long term future of the brand is secured thanks to their wealth of experience in the brushware category!

In 2016 Sabco opened an exciting new chapter, expanding into the UK and launching an exclusive range of products in Homebase stores nationally.

Sabco is steeped in heritage and we plan to be around for the next 100 years by constantly searching for opportunities to improve, by way of innovation and with a passion to provide our customers with the best quality product possible. We are driven by wanting to remain the trusted cleaning brand that consumers have enjoyed since 1892.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website

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