Cost Accountant

4 days ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Banlaw Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year

We're looking for a proactive & analytical Cost Accountant to join our team where you will play a key part in shaping financial decisions & driving efficiency. From product & project costing, budgeting & forecasting, management/financial reporting, inventory management & cost reduction initiatives, you'll ensure we understand not just 
what
 the numbers say, but 
what they mean
 for our growth.

Key to your success will be your ability to build strong, productive relationships with internal/external stakeholders, your reliability, & your interest in continual improvement, all of which will establish you as a trusted & effective partner to the business.

** Part time hours or other flexible work arrangements considered upon request

What You'll Do

  • Support financial & management accounting activities across multiple entities.
  • Provide detailed analysis & reporting on costs, productivity, margins, & expenditure.
  • Identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency & profitability.
  • Collaborate with leadership to turn financial data into actionable insights.
  • Maintain a strong focus on customer service.

What You'll Bring

  • 5+ years' experience in a similar role with tertiary qualifications in accounting or similar & CA/CPA accreditation (or working towards).
  • A curious mind with the ability to analyse complex data & translate it into clear, practical insights.
  • An accountable team player with strong communication & stakeholder management skills.
  • Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail & ability to manage competing priorities.
  • A capable, proactive problem-solver.
  • Highly competent in MS Office & confident operating within ERP systems (NetSuite experience a plus).
  • Previous experience in manufacturing environment &/or exposure to managing multiple entities beneficial.
  • Pre-employment medical & background check required.

What's to love?

  • Competitive salary, team bonus + expanding benefits including gender-inclusive paid parental leave, EAP & more
  • Join a company with a strong track record of internal growth & development opp's
  • Flexibility is in our fabric - chat to us about what works for you
  • Growing company with a global presence & an exciting future

Committed to Inclusion

We encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates & are committed to building an inclusive workplace. We will always consider how we can adjust our recruitment process or adjust a role to ensure you can kick goals. Contact HR if you'd like to know more.

Ready to Apply?

Reach out to  with any questions.

Note to recruiters:
 We're not accepting unsolicited resumes for this role.

Who is Banlaw?

We are a locally owned leader in the design & manufacture of industrial fluid management products used commonly in the mining & transport industries. We provide integrated fluid transfer hardware, software, and site infrastructure solutions globally. Our products and services enable various industries to significantly improve safety, environmental, security, and performance outcomes for their high-value liquids.

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