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Randstad Senior Finance is excited to be partnering with a successful and established US‑owned company based in Melbourne's Tullamarine. Our client is a leader in their field and is seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to join their Finance Team.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a hands‑on accountant who is also a proven leader. This position reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer and holds significant responsibility, including the management of a diverse finance team.
Your New Role
As the Financial Accountant you will be responsible for managing the entire month‑end process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to the US parent company. You will plan, review, and administer accounting systems and procedures, provide key insights into cost performance, and manage a team of direct reports.
Your Key Responsibilities Will Include
* Staff Management: Leading and reviewing the workflow for a team of eight, including two Assistant Accountants, three Purchasing Coordinators, an Accounts Payable Officer, a Credit Controller, and a Receptionist.
* Month‑End/Year‑End Close: Driving the end‑of‑month process, with a target completion of the 5th working day. This includes reviewing all GL reconciliations, sales and COGS matching, and posting all balance sheet journals.
* Statutory Compliance: Preparation and lodgement of BAS for multiple companies, as well as FBT, Payroll Tax, and Co‑Invest lodgements.
* Reporting & Forecasting: Preparing and reviewing all daily, weekly, and monthly management reports, including inventory, investigating any anomalies. You will also prepare monthly/quarterly forecasts and yearly budgets for US reporting requirements.
* Cash Flow & Assets: Preparing weekly cash flow analysis, managing the fixed asset schedule and depreciation, and overseeing biannual van stocktakes.
* Payroll: Reviewing the fortnightly payroll, reports and reconciliations.
The Ideal Candidate
To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified and experienced leader with exceptional technical skills. You will have:
* An Accounting Body Qualification (CA/CPA or equivalent).
* Proven experience in a broad financial accounting role, covering AP, AR, GL reconciliations, BAS, fixed assets, and management reporting.
* Demonstrated experience in staff management is essential for this role.
* Strong planning, time‑management, and organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
* The resilience and ability to work under pressure to meet tight corporate deadlines.
* Intermediate skills in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
If this role aligns with your skillset, please apply directly or send a copy of your updated CV to:
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.
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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