Cost Accountant

International Permanent AU$90,000 - AU$140,000 per year View Job Description
Michael Page is partnering exclusively with a Manufacturing company in Breakwater, Geelong, to recruit a Financial Accountant - Costing. This position actions and implements a variety of financial functions for the business. Candidates with Manufacturing/Agri experience are highly desired. Work for a fantastic organisation that is continuing to grow. Plenty of longterm progression for the incoming candidate.
  • Geelong/Breakwater Location - Competitive Salary on offer
  • Family-values based and growing organisation!

About Our Client

Our client is a Geelong-based, Australian family owned enterprise specialising in premium value-added meat products and co-packers. From its humble beginnings, the company is rooted in a legacy of over 50 years in agribusiness and food production, and now supplies its products to major supermarkets including Coles, Woolworths, and Aldi. Join a workforce of 155 people, and make meaningful contributions to a growing organisation.

Job Description

Your duties will include but not be limited to:

Financial Transaction Management

  • Accuracy of day-to-day financial transactions including order processing, invoicing, debtor and credit management, payroll, and banking transactions along with overseeing inventory controls.



End of Month & Board Reporting

  • Completion of all reconciliations to produce end of month reporting for each business unit covering P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reports. Timely reporting and analysis against budgets, and operating plans and forecasts.



Product Cost Modelling & BOMs

  • Accuracy and adjustments made to bill of materials that reflect raw material variances, production and labour costs to ensure that our product costs are accurate at all times.



Statutory Reporting

  • Ensuring statutory obligations are correctly calculated and met. PAYG, GST, Payroll Tax, Work Cover, Superannuation as directed.



Capital Investments

  • Correct management and process of capital spend and reporting.



Strategic Planning, Forecasting, & Budgeting

  • Annual budget planning, monthly forecasting, and quarterly planning. Analysis of actual v forecast - Month, YTD, v LY



Management of Company Accounts

  • Accuracy of transactions being correctly coded and managed within all software systems (Netsuite, Xero). Management and accounting of offshore USA entity.



Management of Finance Resources

  • Management, training, and development of lower-level team members.

The Successful Applicant

To be successful in this position, you will have the following attributes:

  • CA/CPA Qualified
  • Relevant working experience, preferably in a Manufacturing/Agri environment
  • Strong leadership abilities
  • Experience in end-to-end Accounting
  • Costing and BOMs experience
  • Knowledge of Netsuite or other relevant ERP systems

What's on Offer

Plenty of perks and benefits on offer!

Contact
Alex Mahoney
Quote job ref
JN-072024-6486624
Phone number
+(61) 406658306

Job summary

Function
Accounting & Finance
Specialisation
Cost Accounting
What is your industry?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
International
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Alex Mahoney
Consultant phone
+(61) 406658306
Job Reference
JN-072024-6486624

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. PageGroup acknowledge and pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land we operate on.