Financial Accountant Job at Randstad (Melbourne)

Job Description

Randstad Senior Finance is delighted to partner with an Australian Owned manufacturer in Melbourne's South East to recruit a dedicated and analytical Financial Accountant. This role is responsible for supporting the core finance function through accurate financial reporting, month-end processes, compliance activities, and operational accounting support. You will work closely with the operations, supply chain, and commercial teams to safeguard and ensure financial integrity across inventory, warehousing, logistics, and sales activities. It represents a fantastic opportunity for a professional looking to blend technical accounting rigour with genuine cross-functional collaboration.

Job Responsibility

Assist with the preparation of monthly management and financial reports
Maintain and manage lease accounting requirements in accordance with the relevant Accounting Standard
Complete the preparation of Business Activity Statements (BAS) and compile underlying data for FBT returns, as well as assist with other statutory reporting requirements as needed
Prepare and lodge payroll-related obligations, including Payroll Tax, Superannuation, and Workers Compensation
Work closely with the AP and AR functions, providing oversight as required
Assist with the delivery of reporting obligations to company financiers
Maintain the Fixed Asset Register and manage leased asset registers covering vehicles, forklifts, and properties
Liaise with all internal departments to provide financial insights that support operational decision-making
Assist with the annual budgeting and forecasting processes
Contribute to ongoing process improvements, system enhancements, and the maintenance of strong internal controls

Requirements

CA or CPA qualification, or being actively part-qualified, is highly preferred
3–5 years of practical accounting experience, ideally gained within distribution, wholesale, manufacturing, or FMCG environments
Proven experience utilising ERP systems (such as SAP or NetSuite)
Intermediate to advanced Excel capabilities matched with strong analytical capability and a sharp attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities effectively within a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

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