Financial / Management Accountant

Our client is a leading and respected wholesale Australian owned company with wholesale business operations in both Australia and New Zealand. We're looking for an individual with a strong foundation in finance and accounting to join our team and help support us as we navigate the exciting opportunities that lie ahead.  

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Financial / Management Accountant to join our dedicated team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing all aspects of financial and transactional activities across both AU and NZ companies, while leading the implementation and management of the accounting functions of the new Odoo ERP system. 
The successful candidate will be an essential part of our team, collaborating with cross-functional departments to ensure accurate financial reporting, budgeting, and assisting with strategic decision-making. The role will require working closely with the accounts support team to ensure efficient and effective financial operations. 

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Manage and maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, and reconciliations.
• Manage and execute payroll processing and related compliance tasks.
• Prepare monthly financial management account reports.
• Manage tax compliance and interim and annual financial accounts preparation with the assistance of our external advisors.
• Cash flow management including foreign exchange deal management.
• Assist in budgeting forecasting and reporting analysis of performance.
• Collaborate with management team to define workflows transition of accounting function and ensure a seamless transition to the new ERP system.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience (4 years+) as a Management Accountant and CA/CPA qualified.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and compliance regulations.
• Advanced understanding of accounting and ERP software; Odoo experience is a requirement.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience working with forex and in a wholesale import/export environment is advantageous

What's on offer:

The Management Accountant role is suitable for a young energetic individual with a passion to work alongside a team of likeminded colleagues while developing your career. In addition, our client can offer you:-

• Opportunity to develop your skills with a growing young company 
• A relaxed working environment with a sensible approach to working hours.
• Opportunity to become an integral part of the leadership team.