Accountant

JobScout Pty Ltd is assisting our client, Australasian Progressive Group Pty Ltd (APG), a diversified building materials group with more than 27 years of experience supplying Australia’s construction and mining industries. APG’s portfolio includes Mesh & Bar, Meshworks and Builders Centre, supported by a team of more than 500 people.

As the group continues to grow, our client is seeking a qualified Accountant (in-house title: Business Accountant) to join their Sydney finance team on a full-time, ongoing basis.

Responsibilities of our Accountant will include:

• Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, management reports and supporting schedules for APG and its group entities.
• Develop, prepare and monitor budgets, cash flow forecasts and financial projections for the group’s manufacturing, supply and retail divisions, and report on variances against budget.
• Prepare and lodge Business Activity Statements (BAS), GST, PAYG and FBT returns, and assist with the preparation of income tax returns in line with Australian Taxation Office requirements.
• Provide advice to management on taxation obligations, financial planning, business performance and cost-saving opportunities.
• Analyse financial results, including inventory valuation and gross margins across the group’s divisions, and report findings and recommendations to management.
• Establish, review and maintain accounting systems, policies and internal controls to ensure accurate financial records and safeguard company assets.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations, including bank, debtors, creditors, inventory, fixed assets and accruals, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes and prepare reports and working papers for external auditors, liaising with auditors and external tax advisers as required.
• Monitor and analyse working capital, cash flow and debtor and creditor positions, and advise management on strategies to improve cash management across the group.
• Ensure compliance with Australian Accounting Standards, the Corporations Act, taxation legislation and other statutory reporting obligations.
• Prepare ad hoc financial analysis, feasibility assessments and business cases to support management decision-making, capital expenditure and growth initiatives.

To be successfully considered for the role, you:

• Hold a recognised bachelor’s degree (or higher qualification) in Accounting, Commerce, Finance or a closely related field.
• Have at least 1+ years’ professional experience working as an Accountant, ideally within a manufacturing, construction, wholesale or multi-entity business environment.
• Have demonstrated experience in preparing financial statements, budgets, forecasts and BAS/tax lodgements.
• Possess a sound understanding of Australian Accounting Standards, GST and taxation legislation, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Are proficient with accounting software (e.g. MYOB, Xero, SAP or similar ERP systems) and advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Have strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and present clear reports and recommendations to management.
• Have excellent attention to detail, time management and the ability to meet month-end and statutory deadlines.
• Are a team player who can communicate effectively with management, operational staff, auditors and external stakeholders.
• Maintain a professional attitude and a proactive, ‘can do’ approach at all times.

Are you passionate about delivering accurate and insightful financial reporting? Do you enjoy working in a growing, multi-entity business? Do you have a strong working knowledge of accounting, taxation and Australian Accounting Standards? Are you a team player who thrives in a fast-paced commercial environment?

You must have unrestricted Australian working rights to be considered.

Interested? This is an ideal opportunity for an Accountant seeking their next worthy and valuable role with a well-established Australian building materials group. In addition to a competitive salary of $90,000 – $100,000 per annum (plus superannuation), there are excellent conditions and first-rate facilities awaiting the successful applicant.

Applications, please respond to the recruiters through the site and ensure you attach an updated resume. JobScout Pty Ltd are grateful for all applications, but kindly note that they will only respond to shortlisted applicants.

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