Senior Management Accountant Six Month Contract

2 days ago

Bayside, Australia The Hassett Group Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per year

ABOUT OUR CLIENT & THE ROLE

Our client is a leading ASX listed FMCG business with a strong presence both locally and internationally. They are seeking a Senior Management Accountant on a six-month contract with opportunity to go permanent to deliver management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial insights that support strategic decision-making. Based in the South East, this role works closely with the Commercial Finance Manager and wider business teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Deliver in-depth financial analysis and commentary, highlighting key trends and opportunities to improve profitability
  • Prepare financial models, margin analysis, cash flow forecasting, and scenario planning to support decision-making
  • Assist in preparing monthly and board-level reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
  • Partner with the sales team to deliver weekly sales reporting, budgets, and five-year plans
  • Support the month-end close process including journal postings and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Review trade spend and rebate categories with sales and accounts receivable for accuracy
  • Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and provide support for half-year and year-end audits
  • Enhance financial systems and reporting processes, including developing dashboards in Power BI
  • Liaise across supply chain, sales, marketing, and international teams to ensure effective collaboration

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor of Commerce or Business (Accounting/Finance major)
  • CPA or CA qualified
  • 7+ years' experience in management accounting or finance, ideally within FMCG or large corporate environments
  • Strong expertise in financial modelling, forecasting, and reporting
  • Proficiency with ERP systems
  • Advanced Excel skills, including building templates for reporting and ad hoc analysis
  • Confident communicator with the ability to explain variances to non-finance stakeholders
  • Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Curious, analytical, and collaborative with excellent attention to detail

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