Group Financial Accountant

Your opportunity to make an Impact in a successful growing business!

• Household name Victorian Company
• Work closely with the executive team
• Port Melbourne location - free on-site parking

Our Client

Our client is a prominent leader in the Australian beef industry with a rich history dating back to the gold rush days. Their focus is on being the best not the biggest. With their products found in the world’s best restaurants they strive to deliver high-quality products to both local and international markets from their production facilities in Victoria and Tasmania. Known for their commitment to sustainability, innovation, and community support, they operate state-of-the-art facilities and strive to continually improve for the benefit of all stakeholders. Their business values integrity, safety, and people, creating a workplace that prioritizes excellence and collaboration.

Your Role

If you are a driven and detail-oriented finance professional looking to take your career to the next level this is the role for you. This vertically integrated, export-oriented business offers a challenging blend of complexity and exposure to all aspects of the businesses value drivers.

As the Group Financial Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the financial accounting and reporting functions across the group. This is a high-impact position, offering the chance to work across multiple teams and sites, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and strategic improvements.

Key accountabilities,

• Prepare and consolidate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the group.
• Analyze financial performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting in compliance with relevant accounting standards
• Maintain compliance with all statutory reporting requirements.
• Liaise with external auditors, managing the annual audit process and addressing audit findings.
• Assist in the preparation of group budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and their implications for the group.
• Evaluate and improve financial systems and processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Support the integration of new systems or acquisitions into group financial reporting.
• Collaborate with internal departments to provide financial insights and support decision-making.
• Build relationships with external stakeholders, including auditors, tax authorities, and financial institutions.

About You

To be considered for this fast-paced, hands on role you will be CPA or CA qualified with a relevant business or accounting degree.

• 5+ years of experience in a high-volume, complex accounting environment.
• Manufacturing accounting experience is highly desirable.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with Mirco Soft Business Central financial systems.
• Strong understanding of accounting policies, procedures, and multicompany/currency consolidation.
• A systems-oriented mindset with experience in system implementation and change management.
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proven experience in coaching staff and building effective stakeholder relationships.

For a confidential discussion to learn more about this challenging role with a highly admired company please call Bruce Highfield on 0473 597 731