Financial Accounting Manager

The Sussan Group; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous team member product discount

Wellness Leave – 2 additional paid days of leave

Flexible working arrangements

Free onsite parking

Discounted private health insurance

Job summary

A prominent Australian fashion retailer is seeking a Financial Accounting Manager to oversee financial accounting accuracy, manage statutory reporting, and ensure tax compliance. The successful candidate will lead and mentor a dedicated team, utilizing expertise in accounting and tax knowledge to support the business. Strong leadership qualities, extensive accounting experience, and a Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Commerce are essential for this role. Join a vibrant workplace that values innovation and impact.

Qualifications

• Extensive accounting experience preferably in retail or similar environment.
• Previous experience in tax and statutory reporting role.
• Previous leadership and team management experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, coach and mentor your team members.
• Manage the Statutory Accounts, Tax Returns, FBT and GST for the Group.
• Financial & Management Reporting; manage month end and year end close process.

Skills

Leadership and team mentorship

Statutory reporting knowledge

Tax compliance expertise

Advanced MS Office skills

Collaborative and proactive approach

Education

Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Commerce

CPA or CA qualified preferred

Job description

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The Sussan Group is home to iconic heritage Australian fashion brands; Sussan, Sportsgirl and Suzanne Grae. Since our humble beginnings in Melbourne in 1939, we've upheld values of fashion excellence and community care. Between our three well‑loved brands, we now have over 450 stores and an incredible workforce of over 3000 dedicated team members.

The Sussan Group is proud to be a Certified B Corporation™. This certification independently verifies that the Sussan Group meets high standards of performance, accountability, and transparency – not just in environmental factors but in social and governance factors, too.

At The Sussan Group, we’re committed to creating a world where women are driving the change they want to see – both in their wardrobes and their careers.

Our Group Financial Accounting Manager position is responsible for the accuracy of all financial accounting matters including statutory financial reporting and tax compliance.

Providing strong leadership and mentorship to our Financial Accountants and Banking Supervisor, your hands‑on approach will drive and inspire your team to successfully deliver business objectives while encouraging and supporting their individual development.

As a technically sound accounting professional, you will utilise your previous experience in tax and statutory reporting to provide support and guidance to the business as well as ensure our Group complies with current accounting standards.

With your collaborative and proactive approach, you will be highly motivated to achieve business outcomes, evaluate and establish improved processes and procedures and build strong internal and external relationships as part of your fast paced and varied day‑to‑day.

Your day‑to‑day will include:

• Provide leadership, coach and mentor your team members
• Manage the Statutory Accounts, Tax Returns, FBT and GST for the Group
• Financial & Management Reporting; manage month end and year end close process
• Ensure Tax Compliance; review the preparation and accuracy of the FBT returns
• Prepare detailed income tax calculations and supporting schedules
• Support the maintenance of bank accounts, approvers, user accounts and segregation of duties
• Review and approve payments including rent, stock purchases, foreign currency
• Prepare weekly cashflow reporting
• Financial reporting system; maintain and manage key components of the financial reporting system
• Process improvement and business support

Skills & Experience:

• Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Commerce
• CPA or CA qualified preferred
• Extensive accounting experience preferably in retail or similar environment
• Previous experience in tax and statutory reporting role
• Strong technical accounting and tax knowledge
• Previous leadership and team management experience
• Advanced MS Office skills
• Collaborative, proactive and critical thinker
• Solutions and business outcomes focused

Benefits & Perks:

• Join a Certified B Corporation and become a team member of a vibrant, purpose‑driven workplace that values both innovation and impact.
• Opportunities for all team members to be involved in our impact initiatives, including our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), ethical sourcing, decarbonisation journey and circularity through our Seamless Foundation membership.
• Participate in our long‑standing community partnership programs with Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA), Women’s Community Shelters and headspace.
• Join a supportive team that values creativity, diversity, growth – and, most importantly, future thinking.
• Free onsite parking at our Cremorne head office
• Generous team member product discount
• Wellness Leave – 2 additional paid days of leave per year to focus on your health and wellbeing
• Discounted private health insurance
• Great team member referral bonus
• Flexible working arrangements

If you’re ready to contribute to the change women want to see, consider a career with The Sussan Group.

The Sussan Group is committed to supporting an inclusive recruitment process ensuring a fair recruitment experience. We celebrate diversity and advocate inclusion and are committed to building and fostering a diverse and accessible workplace and culture.

Please advise us if you need any necessary access requirements or adjustments throughout the recruitment process.