State Accounting Manager

If you are a results-driven and detail-oriented professional with a passion for accounting, we want to hear from you

Job Title: State Accounting Manager

Job Summary: Apply now to drive efficiency and innovation with our dynamic team

• Be part of an innovative team that values collaboration and growth
• Outstanding long term career pathways within a market leader
• Take advantage of Career growth opportunities

Visy is powering the circular economy, closing the loop between packaging, remanufacturing and recycling.  Over 75 years, we've grown to 7,000 employees and 150 global operations – predominately in Australia and New Zealand.

We believe materials are not recycled until they've been made into new products. We collect and sort recyclable materials like paper, cardboard, glass, plastics and metals from households and businesses, and locally remanufacture them back into new, sustainable packaging. From cardboard boxes, water bottles and jam jars to food and beverage cans, we are using recycled content to power Australia and New Zealand's food and beverage packaging industry.

Role details: We are looking for a State Accounting Manager to join our team based in Adelaide. You will be an integral member of the SA Finance team, responsible for all facets of the accounting and financial functions while providing timely management & financial information to the Recycling team. This role will report into the Divisional Planning and Reporting Manager – Visy Recycling.

What you'll do:

As such you'll prepare, analyse and report the financials, while providing commercial and financial support. Stride for continuous system and business process improvements. The position's primary responsibilities include delivering accurate and timely monthly management reports, managing the mid-month estimate process, and overseeing the month-end close.

Further to that you will be involved with but not limited to:

• Management reporting bi-monthly and monthly and drive improvements to the mid-month and month end processes
• Leadership guidance to one direct report.
• Facilitate the Capital Expenditure process
• Provide comparative analysis on reported results to determine key drivers and future state.
• Full responsibility for transactional account accruals and provisions, ensuring integrity of data is correct and anomalies are investigated and reported accordingly.
• Balance sheet ownership with the timely completion of Reconciliations, Journal entries, FBT Return/reconciliation and relevant analysis as requested.
• Budgeting & Forecasting for your business units.
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations and obtain/review quarterly balance sheet sign-offs from all Sites
• Business Partnering

What you will bring to the team:

You will have a CA/CPA qualification or working towards completion of these studies, with a minimum of 3+ years' experience in Accountant roles. You would describe yourself as a quick learner, someone who is a problem solver with a great eye for detail. You're a self-motivated, proactive and organized person with a real 'Can Do' attitude. You enjoy a fast-paced working environment and can work well under pressure. You are a great communicator, enabling you to form strong relationships with stakeholders on all levels. You will be tech savvy, with advanced Excel skills and SAP experience would be advantageous.

What you'll love when you join us:

• Sustainability: Contribute to sustainability initiatives that make a difference.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a team that values safety, respect, and collaboration.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for further training and career advancement within the company

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be a key player in shaping our future

You will be required to meet Visy's employment criteria which will include a medical and criminal history check).

Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity.