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Husk Farm Distillery is seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to lead and develop the financial and management accounting functions across our manufacturing and tourism/hospitality units. As Financial Accountant, you will be part of the senior management team supporting strategic decision-making and will be accountable for HR & Payroll compliance.
You will work with a great team, responsible for financial control, reporting, compliance, and driving efficiency through system optimisation and process improvement. This role suits someone who enjoys hands-on involvement and thrives in an engaging environment, helping shape the future of one of Australia's leading craft distilleries.
What You'll Be Doing
* Act as the key contact for financial control advice, contributing to the development of financial procedures.
* Ensure the integrity of the general ledger, with timely and accurate reconciliations.
* Deliver monthly management reports and cashflow forecasts for both business units.
* Lead all month-end and year-end processes, including accruals, P&L, Balance Sheet, and GL reconciliations.
* Prepare and lodge returns such as Excise, Payroll Tax, IAS, and BAS.
* Assist with payroll processing and ensure ATO compliance.
* Manage the asset register and depreciation schedules.
* Provide financial modelling, forecasting, and strategic insights to support decision-making.
* Assist with inventory and stock management, collaborating with operations.
* Identify opportunities for process automation and system improvements, including ERP enhancements.
* Oversee core payroll & HR processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality.
* Supervise and support the Accounts Assistant (AR/AP/Payroll/HR Admin).
* Work closely with the CEO and Executive Team, presenting monthly results and insights.
About You
* CA or CPA qualified with 5+ years of experience in a senior finance or accounting role.
* Strong commercial finance experience, ideally in manufacturing and hospitality sectors.
* Proficient in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or similar.
* Advanced Excel skills, comfortable with data and dashboards.
* Knowledge of Australian accounting standards, tax legislation, and compliance.
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a hands-on approach.
* Organised, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
* Experience in process improvement, system optimisation, or automation is a bonus.
* Experience with Jet Reports or Power BI is a plus.
* HR experience is highly regarded.
About Us
Husk Farm Distillery is a family-owned distillery known for innovation, quality, and sustainability. Our brands – Ink Gin and Husk Rum – are produced on-site and sold worldwide. Located in Northern NSW, we welcome thousands of visitors annually to experience our paddock-to-bottle story. We foster a collaborative, down-to-earth culture focused on excellence and innovation.
To Apply:
Please submit your CV and a short cover letter explaining your experience and why you are a good fit for this role.
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Your application will include the following questions:
* Which statement best describes your right to work in Australia?
* How many years' experience do you have as a financial accountant?
* How many years of managerial accounting experience do you have?
* Have you worked in a role requiring financial analysis and modelling?
* Do you have reconciliations experience?
* Have you completed a CA qualification?
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