Senior Financial Accountant

Randstad - Finance & Accounting; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Hybrid working arrangements

Job summary

Randstad partnering with a highly successful manufacturing group invites applications for a Senior Financial Accountant in Melbourne. You will own the general ledger and financial reporting, driving the full month-end close and coordinating with auditors.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will manage the Trial Balance, balance sheet reconciliations, and monthly journals while partnering with operations to oversee inventory and cost accounting in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• CA/CPA qualified with 5 years of financial accounting experience in manufacturing or similar environment.
• Strong AASB/IFRS knowledge and ability to manage competing priorities and strict reporting deadlines.
• Commercial mindset with proactive problem-solving and process improvement.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience using SAP or Microsoft Dynamics advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Drive the full month-end close process across a complex corporate structure.
• Own the Trial Balance, balance sheet reconciliations, and posting monthly journals.
• Partner with operational and commercial stakeholders to oversee inventory and cost accounting in a high-volume manufacturing setting.
• Act as primary financial contact for external auditors, managing year-end reporting and statutory compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying efficiency gains and strengthening financial controls.

Skills

CA/CPA qualified

5 years experience

AASB/IFRS knowledge

Advanced Excel

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Dynamics

Excel

Job description

Our Client Randstad are delighted to be partnering with a highly successful organisation operating in the fast-paced manufacturing space. Known for their commitment to quality and operating within a complex commercial environment, they foster a highly collaborative team culture. With a strong focus on continuous improvement, you will have the opportunity to leverage new technologies, automation, and agile workflows to achieve business objectives in this Senior Financial Accountant role.

About the Opportunity As the Senior Financial Accountant, you will report directly to the Financial Controller. You will be at the forefront of the finance function, taking true ownership of the general ledger and financial reporting to enable informed decision-making. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Driving the full month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across a complex corporate structure.
• Full ownership of the Trial Balance, balance sheet reconciliations, and the posting of monthly journals.
• Partnering closely with operational and commercial stakeholders to oversee inventory and cost accounting in a high-volume manufacturing setting.
• Acting as the primary financial contact for external auditors, managing year-end reporting and statutory compliance.
• Driving continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for efficiency gains, strengthening financial controls, and implementing streamlined solutions.

Ideal Profile

• You will be CA/CPA qualified with 5 years of relevant financial accounting experience within the manufacturing is similar complex commercial environment.
• Strong AASB/IFRS knowledge with a demonstrated experience manage competing priorities and strict reporting deadlines.
• A commercial mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• Advanced Excel skills essential, with experience using SAP or Microsoft Dynamics highly advantageous.

Benefits

• An opportunity to influence the direction of a modernising finance function.
• Join a collaborative, highly capable team who encourage growth and innovation.
• Convenient South East location, on-site parking & hybrid working arrangements.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.