Financial Accountant

United Exports; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

United Exports in Perth is seeking a driven Financial Accountant to join our Finance team. This role goes beyond reporting: you will partner with operations, influence decision-making, and help drive a growing, purpose-led business across Western Australia.

The position involves preparing financial statements, managing the general ledger, stock reconciliation across sites, and supporting BAS, ATO, and external audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CA or CPA qualified, or currently enrolled and progressing toward certification.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a financial accounting or similar role.
• Willingness to travel to farm sites within WA (day travel).
• Split role between Perth office and farms within day-travel distance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain general ledger accuracy through journal entry review and approvals.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and stock movements across sites.
• Ensure inventory and budgetary adjustments are reflected appropriately.
• Review and correct GL allocations; assess provision and accrual needs.
• Maintain and update the fixed asset register; run monthly depreciation.
• Conduct on-site verification of stock counts with farm-based teams.
• Draft dashboard reporting and assist with cash flow analysis for Treasury.
• Support BAS, ATO returns, and assist with external audits.
• Investigate outstanding purchase orders and system discrepancies.
• Cross-check and release creditors’ payments.
• Manage and evaluate foreign currency transactions and balance.

Skills

Financial accounting

Attention to detail

Analytical ability

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CA or CPA qualified

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Job description

We’re looking for a driven and detail-focused Financial Accountant to join our Finance team in Perth. This is more than a reporting role — it’s an opportunity to partner closely with operations, influence decision-making, and contribute to a growing, purpose-led organisation with a strong presence across Western Australia.

If you enjoy working in a hands-on, fast-moving environment where no two days are the same, this role offers the perfect balance of technical depth and commercial exposure.

Key Performance Outputs

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
  
• Maintain general ledger accuracy through journal entry review and approvals
  
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and stock movements across sites
  
• Ensure inventory and budgetary adjustments are reflected appropriately
  
• Review and correct GL allocations; assess provision and accrual needs
  
• Maintain and update the fixed asset register; run monthly depreciation
  
• Conduct on-site verification of stock counts with farm-based teams
  
• Draft dashboard reporting and assist with cash flow analysis for Treasury
  
• Support BAS, ATO returns, and assist with external audits
  
• Investigate outstanding purchase orders and system discrepancies
  
• Cross-check and release creditors’ payments
  
• Manage and evaluate foreign currency transactions and balance
  

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field (essential)
  
• CA or CPA qualified, or currently enrolled and progressing toward certification (preferred)
  
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a financial accounting or similar role
  
• Willingness to travel to farm sites within WA (day travel)
  
• This is a split role, typically spending part of the week in the Perth office and part on‑site at farms within day-travel distance
  

Functional / Technical

• Strong understanding of financial reporting, compliance, and accounting principles
  
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (NetSuite advantageous)
  
• Ability to work across complex, multi-site environments (agribusiness experience a plus)
  
• High attention to detail with strong analytical capability
  

Ways of Working

• You communicate clearly and build strong relationships across teams
  
• You take ownership, stay organised, and deliver to deadlines
  
• You operate with integrity, professionalism, and sound judgement
  
• You’re a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic, evolving environment
  

Why Join Us?

• Be part of something meaningful – contribute to a business that plays a vital role in a growing sector
  
• Broaden your impact – work closely with operations and see the real‑world outcomes of your work
  
• Grow your career – gain exposure across multiple sites and build both technical and commercial skills
• Collaborative culture – join a team that values accountability, partnership, and continuous improvement
• Variety & autonomy – enjoy a role that offers both challenge and ownership

Please note: Only Australian residents with full working rights will be considered for this role.