Financial Accountant | $120,000 Package | Large Multinational

ThompsonCook; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

WFH flexibility

Collaborative work culture

Job summary

ThompsonCook is seeking a Financial Accountant to join our multinational Supply Chain & Logistics finance team. You will manage month-end close, drive monthly reporting, and support budgeting and audits within a multi-entity environment.

A CA qualification or near completion is highly regarded, with a focus on continuous process improvement. Based at the CBD head office with work-from-home flexibility, you will thrive in a collaborative, supportive culture and take initiative to challenge the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Commerce or Finance required.
• CA qualification (or near completion) highly regarded.
• 3-5 years in a similar role or transition from a chartered environment.
• Strong process improvement mindset and adaptability.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• End to end month end accounting tasks, including system processes, reconciliations and journals.
• Produce, maintain, and improve monthly management reporting.
• Regular and ad-hoc group financial reporting.
• Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting.
• Support statutory audits, tax reviews and compliance activities.
• Drive process improvement initiatives.

Skills

CA qualification

Experience 3-5 years

Process improvement

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Business/Commerce

Job description

• Financial Accountant | Supply Chain & Logistics | Multinational
• $120,000 package incl. super | Suited to a CA first or second mover
• CBD Head Office | WFH flexibility | Collaborative work culture

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join a growing multinational Supply Chain and Logistics business. The Financial Accountant role would suit a chartered accountant who is looking to develop their technical skill set within a multi-entity environment and provide ongoing support to the wider finance operations. This role sits within a close-knit finance team that boasts a vibrant, supportive and collaborative work culture.

The ideal candidate will have a process improvement mindset, as well as a inquisitive nature that will assist them in driving change. The company is an exciting growth phase, with exciting times ahead. The role has the potential to grow and evolve over time, and will suit a candidate that likes taking initiative and question the status quo.

The Challenge

The successful candidate will be reporting directly to the Financial Controller. Responsibilities include:

• Accountable for end to end month end accounting tasks including running financial system processes, balance sheet reconciliations, month end analysis and posting journals.
• Responsible for production, maintenance and continuous improvement of monthly management reporting
• Responsible for regular and ad-hoc reporting of group financial reporting
• Assist with the preparation of annual budget and maintenance of forecasting
• Support the annual statutory audit, income tax return review and other compliance activities
• Assisting and /or driving process improvement initiatives.

The Expertise

Please consider expressing interest in this position if you possess the following:

• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce or Finance.
• CA qualification (or close to completion) will be highly regarded.
• Minimum 3-5 years experience in a similar role, or someone making their first move out of a chartered environment.
• Highly desirable will be an eye for process improvement and ability to adapt to change.
• Demonstrated communication skills and ability to suit a close-knit stable team environment with a warm, open and engaging style.

About ThompsonCook

At ThompsonCook we develop strong relationships with top accounting and finance professionals across Australia. We specialise in recruiting for key finance function roles including:

• Chief Financial Officers, Treasury, Tax & Audit Leaders
• Finance Managers & Financial Controller
• Commercial Finance & Financial Planning & Analysis
• Financial & Management Accountants
• Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable & Payroll

We support our clients with both permanent and contracting recruitment solutions, ensuring they secure the best finance talent in the market.