Management Accountant

7 days ago


Ipswich City, Australia James Hardie Australia Pty Ltd Full time

Overview

Join our Carole Park team as a Manufacturing Management Accountant - drive cost savings, support key projects, and ensure financial control.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a proactive and driven Manufacturing Management Accountant to join our team based in Carole Park. This role will be supporting the Plant Controller and working closely with the Manufacturing Finance Lead and Operations Manager to drive financial and operational improvements, support key projects, and help identify cost-saving opportunities while managing potential risks. As a Manufacturing Management Accountant, you will be responsible for maintaining a system of adequate internal controls and provide financial control to the manufacturing plant.

What you’ll do

- Participate in month-end close activities, including the preparation of journal entries and financial reconciliations
- Participate in monitoring, controlling of plant costs and driving daily improvements in efficiency and productivity
- Support the plant’s lean manufacturing initiatives by identifying and eliminating waste, and providing financial validation, tracking, and reporting (e.g., waste disposal, utilities, recycling, labour efficiencies)
- Assist in the preparation and submission of Capital Expenditure Requests (CERs), including financial justifications
- Maintain and update the weekly/monthly Assets Under Construction (AUC) register, attend project meetings, gather updates from project managers, and prepare related reports and forecasts to ensure timely project close-out
- Ensure robust fixed asset controls are in place, including execution of the annual fixed asset count, assessment of asset life and impairment risks, and compliance with asset disposal procedures
- Partner with the Regional Reliability Manager and Maintenance and Stores team to identify risks related to spare parts obsolescence, communicate potential financial impacts, and ensure compliance with procedures to minimize write-offs
- Ensure compliance with SOX requirements and adherence to internal control policies and procedures
- Contribute to the annual planning and budgeting processes, including the update of standard costs

What you’ll bring

- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or related field
- Minimum of 3 years professional experience, preferably in operational finance roles in manufacturing, supply chain or related environment
- CPA/CA equivalent or working towards
- System proficiency: SAP or any ERP, advanced Excel skills and Office 365 suite
- In-depth knowledge of Management Accounting, Reporting and Budgeting
- Strong analytical capabilities with a solid understanding of financial analysis methodologies and procedures
- Skilled in engaging and influencing cross-functional teams to manage and deliver project outcomes
- Results-oriented to deliver in an accurate, complete, and timely fashion
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Working @ James Hardie

At James Hardie, our people are at the centre of everything we do. We provide the opportunity for people who value clear vision and a diverse culture to build a career in one of the most well recognised local manufacturing brands. Here’s what you can expect when you join our Smart, Driven and Real team:

- Stable growth at a global building products manufacturer
- Bonus scheme for all eligible employees
- Product discounts
- Paid parental leave of 16 weeks for the Primary Carer (including super) and two weeks for secondary carer
- 2 Volunteer days per year
- Plenty of employee rewards and benefits including a rewards and recognition program
- Online shopping discounts
- Development and progression opportunities
- Access to thousands of free self-development modules via James Hardie University
- Free annual health checks
- Fitness Passport Program
- Employee Assistance Program access for you & your immediate family members
- Hassle free, no cost and confidential access to our onsite psychologists & physiotherapists (specific sites)

#J-18808-Ljbffr


  • Account Manager

    3 days ago


    Ipswich, Australia Blake Oliver Consulting Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    Account Manager – Insurance AdvisoryQueensland (Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast, Rockhampton, Ipswich)Join a trusted insurance advisory firm with a national presence and strong local expertise. With offices across Queensland, we combine regional knowledge with the strength of a nationwide network. Our mission is simple: review, compare, recommend, and manage...


  • Ipswich City, Australia Australian Radio Network Full time

    Overview As part of ARN, the recognised leader in audio in Australia, you have an opportunity to share your voice on the future of audio. Audio is booming and we are defining it. We are entertainers. We create moments that move people, and that people move to. We are investing in audio’s smartest advertising, experts, and innovations. This gives us...

  • Sales Account Manager

    3 weeks ago


    Ipswich, South Dakota, Australia Shoshana Michael Zucker Translations Full time

    OverviewOur client, a highly reputable company based in Ipswich are currently seeking to recruit a target driven Sales Account Manager to strengthen their sales team. This is an exciting role for someone who has a natural ability to build rapport and relationships, whilst maintaining a professional approach.Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesHandling incoming...

  • Sales Account Manager

    3 weeks ago


    Ipswich, Australia Shoshana Michael Zucker Translations Full time

    OverviewOur client, a highly reputable company based in Ipswich are currently seeking to recruit a target driven Sales Account Manager to strengthen their sales team. This is an exciting role for someone who has a natural ability to build rapport and relationships, whilst maintaining a professional approach.Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesHandling incoming...


  • Ipswich, Australia Top Office Group Full time

    A permanent part-time opportunity has become available with a well known and long standing local sporting event industry leader with over 35 years history. Your bookkeeping experience will be valued to undertake a range of accounts, finance, administration and day-to-day office management duties. Working 4 days/week, responsibilities include: - Maintain...

  • Outsourcing Manager

    1 week ago


    Ipswich City, Australia Ensors Full time

    We are seeking a dynamic team member to join our friendly and supportive Business Services and Outsourcing team. The role will be recruited at either Manager or Senior Manager grade, subject to the level of prior experience. This full-time role (37.5 hours per week) can be combined with an element of home-working under the firm’s agile working policy, once...

  • Account Manager

    7 days ago


    City of Melbourne, Australia Cleanaway Waste Management Limited Full time

    Overview Join Australia's leader in sustainable, total waste management solutions. Servicing our customers and communities across Australia with a focus on safety and quality Allow us to partner with customers large and small to help them achieve their sustainability goals With one of the largest national fleets and a network of prized assets, we can...

  • Accounts Officer

    2 weeks ago


    Wagga Wagga City Council, Australia Advanced Personnel Management Full time

    You are applying for the position of Accounts Officer at Sureway. Please fill in your details below to submit an application for this position. Location This position is located in: Wagga Wagga About the Role Your high attention to detail enables you to effectively process and check standard entries, invoices, and complete funding requirements, along...


  • Ipswich, Australia Construction Project Management Pty Full time

    CPM Consolidated Group of companies is made up of; CPM Advisory & Project Management, CPM Civil, 4 Hearts Brewing, Pumpyard Bar and Dovetails Restaurant and we are located at the historic 88 Limestone Street precinct in Ipswich. Our business is going from strength to strength and we are now seeking additional administration support for the CPM Civil...

  • Account Manager

    1 week ago


    Logan City, Australia Sales Full time

    Benefits - Monthly bonuses linked to KPI’s - New Opportunity to Join one of Australia’s Leading Packaging, Warehouse & Washroom Distributors - Great company culture - Clear vision and strategy towards overarching goals - Onsite Parking Overview Great opportunity for a highly motivated Account Manager to work alongside a designated Business...