Senior Accountant | High-Growth Transport & Logistics | Mt Barker
Join a stable, essential-services provider in a key leadership position.
The Opportunity
We are a premier multi-modal transport provider, responsible for millions of passenger journeys across Australia each year. We are currently seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our established finance team based in Mount Barker.
This is a permanent, full-time position that offers a unique balance of high level financial strategy and operational management. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, you will be a key pillar in a collaborative team of eight, ensuring our financial health as we continue to move Australia forward.
Why This Role?
* Work Locally: Work in the heart of the Hills.
* Flexibility: We offer flexibility for school pick-ups/drop-offs for the right candidate.
* Stability: Join a long-term, essential industry with a supportive and inclusive culture.
* Career Growth: Depending on your experience, this role offers the opportunity to mentor and lead junior staff.
Key Responsibilities
* Financial Reporting: Lead End of Month processes, journal preparation, and comprehensive reporting.
* Analysis & Forecasting: Manage balance sheet reconciliations, cash flow forecasts, and provide deep financial analysis to support business decisions.
* Compliance: Oversee tax obligations including BAS and payroll tax, ensuring adherence to Australian accounting standards.
* Operational Support: Provide oversight for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll functions.
* Strategic Projects: Contribute to cost modelling, tender processes, and the implementation of new financial systems.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will be a problem solver who thrives in a quiet, focused office environment but enjoys being part of a busy operational team.
Requirements:
* Qualifications: Degree in Accounting/Commerce and a completed CA/CPA (or currently undertaking).
* Experience: At least 2 years of experience in a hands-on corporate accounting role.
* Industry Knowledge: Previous experience in transport, logistics, or bus services is highly desirable.
* Technical Skills: Advanced MS Excel proficiency; experience with Great Plains (GP) or Microsoft Dynamics would be beneficial.
* Attributes: A can do attitude, high attention to detail, and the ability to work autonomously.
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.