Accounting Manager | 9 month Fixed Term Contract

Job Description

• Immediate Start – 9 Month Fixed term contract for an experienced Accounting Manager
• Accounting Manager retail experience is essential
• Put your leadership experience and passion for continuous improvement into action!
  
  

Our finance team at Munro Footwear Group (MFG) is looking for an experienced Accounting Manager (retail experience essential) to lead the Finance Team and focus on continuous improvement projects and internal stakeholder engagement across the broader business.

This role will see you bring your leadership and finance skills to the forefront with the ownership of the financials for month-end, statutory reporting for year-end and coordinating the interim and annual audit. As well as partnering with the wider business to drive and execute large-scale optimisation projects.

You will report to our GM Finance and lead a team of 6, with 3 direct reports. Not only are the accountancy team a wonderful bunch, but you'll be joining our business at a time of transformation and accelerated growth. While leading and mentoring our accounting team, you will bring your communication skills, technical skills and relationship-building skills to the forefront.

Role Responsibilities

• Preparing financial statements in line with the month-end timetable
• Preparing year-end statutory reports in line with accounting standards and regulatory reporting requirements
• Co-ordinating the year-end audit process by liaising with external auditors
• Partnering with the wider business to execute large-scale projects for optimisation
• Advising on financial practices and continuous improvement opportunities
  
  

About You

Coming from a fast-paced retail environment would be a distinct advantage, as you will partner across divisions with complex and varied operations. Experience providing insightful ideas on process improvement and proven experience from an auditing background would also add value.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field and be a Qualified Accountant or in the process of obtaining (e.g. CA, CPA, or equivalent)
• 3 -5 years' experience in accountancy, or auditing space (retail experience essential)
• Strong team leadership skills
• Ability to present your ideas and findings clearly and confidently
• Infor/M3 experience is an advantage alongside advanced PowerBI, Microsoft SAP skills
• Solutions-focused and continuous improvement mindset
• Highly motivated, well organised and a proactive approach
  
  

About Us

With more than 290+ stores and 2500+ employees nationally and a brand-new state-of-the-art distribution centre, we are Australia's leading retailer and wholesaler of fashion and comfort footwear, owning and operating some of Australia's most iconic brands including Bobux, The Trybe, Midas, Mollini, Cinori, Mathers, Williams, Diana Ferrari, and Australia's largest online footwear retailer, Styletread!

As a family-owned company, at Munro Footwear Group (MFG) we value our team, our loyal customers, and our dedicated suppliers. We work hard to play hard, we celebrate each other, and we believe every Team Member is an essential part of our ongoing success.

What We Offer

• An extra 4 days a year of ‘Life Leave'
• Flexible paid Parental Leave
• Through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) you'll have access to professional and confidential counselling and support services
• Generous employee discount for you and your immediate family
  
  

If you are looking for a role with visibility of a dynamic organisation, and the opportunity to grow then we invite you to explore this role - we would love to hear from you.