Strategic Management Accountant – Logistics Finance

Work Initiatives; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Silk Logistics is seeking a motivated Management Accountant to join our Finance team based in Port Melbourne. You will prepare management reports, conduct variance analysis, support budgeting and forecasting, and provide financial insights to support business performance across our national Contract Logistics business units.

You will work closely with operational teams and the national Finance team to support decision-making, financial compliance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• CPA or CA qualified, or currently working towards qualification.
• Demonstrated experience in a similar management accounting role.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and financial reporting skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with financial systems; Oracle Financials and/or Microsoft Great Plains experience will be highly regarded.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills; experience in logistics or supply chain operations is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare weekly and monthly management reports, including detailed variance analysis across national Contract Logistics business units.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis and financial modelling to support business planning and performance.
• Provide financial insights to operational teams, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies and financial reporting requirements.
• Support audit processes and statutory compliance, including GST, FBT and income tax reporting.
• Collaborate with the national Finance team and key stakeholders to improve financial processes and support informed business decisions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel

Attention to detail

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CA qualification (in progress)

Tools

Oracle Financials

Microsoft Great Plains

Job description

Silk Logistics is seeking a motivated Management Accountant to join our Finance team based in Port Melbourne. You will prepare management reports, conduct variance analysis, support budgeting and forecasting, and provide financial insights to support business performance across our national Contract Logistics business units.

You will work closely with operational teams and the national Finance team to support decision-making, financial compliance and continuous improvement initiatives.