Join to apply for the Senior Financial Accountant role at EGM Recruitment
1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Join to apply for the Senior Financial Accountant role at EGM Recruitment
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
Permanent - Full Time
Drakes Supermarkets is Australia's largest independent grocery retailer, proudly family-owned and operated since 1974. With over 60 stores across South Australia and Queensland and more than 6,000 team members, Drakes is built on strong values, exceptional service, and a commitment to supporting local suppliers and communities. All profits remain in Australia - it's the Drakes way.
Permanent - Full Time
Drakes Supermarkets is Australia's largest independent grocery retailer, proudly family-owned and operated since 1974. With over 60 stores across South Australia and Queensland and more than 6,000 team members, Drakes is built on strong values, exceptional service, and a commitment to supporting local suppliers and communities. All profits remain in Australia - it's the Drakes way.
About The Role
The Senior Financial Accountant plays a key leadership role within the finance team, overseeing and mentoring assistant accountants to ensure efficient workflow, technical development, and high-performance financial reporting.
Reporting to the Finance Manager, this role is responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial information, driving process improvements, and ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. The position also plays a strategic role in financial decision-making, enhancing ERP reporting, and leading initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
Your Key Responsibilities Will Include
* Manage and mentor a team of four, ensuring team efficiency, skill development and high performance.
* Oversee the preparation and review of P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, reconciliations, and variance analysis, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
* Assist with the preparation of annual statutory accounts and liaise with auditors to meet regulatory requirements.
* Enhance financial systems, automate reporting processes, and implement efficiencies in month-end close and reconciliation workflows.
* Provide financial insights, budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis to support decision-making across departments.
* Strengthen internal controls, financial policies, and audit compliance, ensuring adherence to accounting standards.
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
* 7+ years of experience in financial accounting, with 2+ years in a senior accounting role.
* Strong knowledge of Australian tax laws, AASB standards and regulatory compliance.
* Expertise in ERP systems (Infor M3 preferred).
* Business partnering experience - working directly with operational teams to drive financial performance.
* Experience in retail or distribution environment.
* Experience managing a team.
* CPA or CA qualification.
* Tertiary qualifications in accounting.
Next Steps:
Please apply via the link. Applications will not be considered via email.
If you would like more information ahead of applying or would like to have a confidential conversation, please contact Matthew Allen at
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Accounting/Auditing
* Industries
Staffing and Recruiting
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at EGM Recruitment by 2x
Get notified about new Senior Financial Accountant jobs in Torrensville, South Australia, Australia .
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 11 hours ago
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 3 days ago
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 1 week ago
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 1 week ago
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 1 week ago
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 1 week ago
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia A$100,000.00-A$120,000.00 2 days ago
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 2 weeks ago
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 1 week ago
Financial Accountant (External Reporting and Treasury)
Taperoo, South Australia, Australia 4 weeks ago
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 1 week ago
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 1 week ago
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 2 weeks ago
Senior Manager | Corporate Reporting Services | Sustainability & Corporate Accounting
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 1 week ago
Finance Manager Assistant (M/W) Club Med Resort
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 4 days ago
Oracle ERP Finance Manager - Technology Implementation
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 2 weeks ago
Finance Manager - Insurance and Projects
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 1 week ago
Business Solutions Advisor | Financial Systems
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 1 week ago
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 10 hours ago
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 2 weeks ago
General Manager Finance - Greyhound Racing SA
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 2 weeks ago
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 1 week ago
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia A$110,000.00-A$115,500.00 2 days ago
General Manager Finance & Facilities - Can:Do Group
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 1 week ago
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 1 week ago
We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr