Mercato Campbelltown, South Australia, Australia
Finance Officer
Mercato Campbelltown, South Australia, Australia
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The Finance Officer plays a crucial role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions and payroll activities within Mercato. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and proficiency in payroll systems. The Finance Officer will collaborate with various Mercato departments to maintain financial integrity, support compliance with regulations, and contribute to the overall efficiency of the finance team.
Responsibilities
* Manage and reconcile point of sale (POS) cash transactions, including travel to the bank for deposits and ensuring accurate daily cash handling and reporting
* Accurately enter and process high volumes of financial data, including supplier invoices and transactions
* Process and review supplier invoices, ensuring timely and accurate payments
* Prepare and reconcile accounts payable and receivable ledgers
* Bank reconciliations including statements, BAS & stock counts
* Conduct monthly supplier and debtor account reconciliations
* Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy
* Generate daily and weekly financial reports to track and monitor key performance indicators
* Investigate and resolve financial discrepancies and account queries
* Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including the processing of statutory requirements such as superannuation, payroll tax, and other compliance-related tasks
* Support month-end and year-end close processes, including report preparation
* Assist with basic IT systems management, including finance software maintenance, user access control, and coordination with IT providers
* Support inventory management, including data entry of stock counts, reconciliation of inventory records, and reporting discrepancies
* Inventory set up and costing
* Review bar costings and maintain menu items
* Enter stock takes, transfers, and wastage
* Set up promotions in the inventory system
* Rate changes and review the recommended retail price (RRP)
* Consignment stock
* Additional reporting including inventory, turnover, sales, GP & wastage
* Perform other duties as directed by the Finance Manager to support the broader finance function
* Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure seamless financial operations
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial systems and procedures
Qualifications
* Previous experience in a similar role
* Fast and accurate data entry skills with a strong eye for detail
* Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
* Proficiency in accounting software, payroll & rostering systems, and intermediate Excel skills
* Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret financial and inventory data
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills
* A proactive and agile approach with the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment
* Must have a current driver’s licence and own car for travel to the bank.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Finance and Sales
* Industries
Retail
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