South‑Eastern Suburbs, Melbourne | Global Manufacturing Organisation

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Financial Accountant to join a well-established and globally recognised manufacturer of polymer stabilisers and specialty chemicals.

This organisation operates at the forefront of its industry, supplying high-quality products across international markets. Locally, the business offers a stable yet dynamic manufacturing environment, backed by strong global support and continued growth.

Reporting directly to the Financial and Administration Manager, this role will suit a technically strong accountant looking to broaden their exposure in a commercially focused, fast-paced setting.

The Role

You will take ownership of core financial reporting while supporting broader commercial and operational finance activities across the business.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparation of monthly financial reports including balance sheet, P&L, and cash flow

• Leading month-end and year-end close processes, including journals and reconciliations

• Supporting group consolidation, intercompany reconciliations, and statutory reporting

• Assisting with the preparation of annual financial statements and audit requirements

• Managing compliance with IFRS, internal policies, and delegation of authority

• Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and delivering insightful variance analysis

• Monitoring working capital, including inventory, receivables, and payables

• Contributing to cost accounting, product costing, and margin analysis

• Supporting treasury activities including funding and interest exposure monitoring

• Managing tax compliance across GST, payroll tax, income tax, and superannuation

• Overseeing payroll processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance with legislative requirements, and timely processing

• Overseeing general ledger integrity, fixed assets, leases, and inventory controls

• Partnering with cross-functional teams across operations, production, sales, and senior leadership

• Cash management, credit control and cash disbursements

• Supporting internal and external audit requirements

• Driving continuous improvement across finance processes, systems, and reporting

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate strong technical capability combined with a proactive and commercially aware mindset.

• CA/CPA qualified (or near completion)

• 3–5 years' experience in a Financial Accounting role

• Background in manufacturing, logistics, or a similar industry (highly regarded)

• Advanced Excel skills and exposure to ERP systems

• Experience overseeing or supporting payroll processes (desirable)

• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage non-finance stakeholders

• Candidates must have valid Australian work rights or appropriate work visa to be considered for this position.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a globally backed, industry-leading organisation

• Broad role with exposure to both technical and commercial finance

• Supportive team environment with a strong culture of collaboration

• Long-term career development and progression opportunities