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Form of workAbout the company:
Established in 1920, AJ & PA McBride Ltd is one of Australia’s largest wool producers. With 11 properties across South Australia, including one on the Victorian border, the company remains fully owned by descendants of the original founders.
We are now offering an exciting accounting opportunity, based at our Adelaide CBD office, to be part of our great Australian story.
About the role:
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Group Accountant will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting practices for the group, providing information and support to our farm managers, management and shareholders.
Duties include:
- Profit and loss preparation, reporting and analysis.
- Budget and expenditure preparation, analysis and control.
- Compilation and analysis of financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts and document business transactions.
- Statutory activities including preparation of activity statements and tax returns.
- Assisting farm managers and the operations manager with asset and major expenditure procurement.
- Ad-hoc reporting, analysis and assistance with audit requirements
- Assisting with accounts payable and receivable and support general administration as needed.
About you:
- 3-5 years’ experience in a similar role
- A tertiary qualification in accounting, finance or similar, with professional membership desirable.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Experience using accounting and reporting systems. Working knowledge of SAGE 300 and/or MS Power BI will be advantageous.
- The proven ability to build relationships with a range of stakeholders including operational (farm) managers, suppliers and Adelaide Office colleagues.
- Accuracy and diligence with a focus on producing high-quality work
- Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Good time management skills, ensuring deadlines are met and priorities set
- Ability to travel intra and interstate, in remote and regional areas. You must hold a valid driver’s license.
- A knowledge of the agricultural industry (desirable)
What we offer you:
- Negotiable salary based on experience.
- 4 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading.
- Modern CBD office located close to Rundle Mall.
- Undercover car parking at reduced rate.
- Flexible work arrangements may be negotiated including ability to work from home, on occasion.
To apply, you must include a cover letter with your resume, highlighting your ability to meet the requirements of the role. Please submit to Aida Ashworth, People and Culture Manager at ****@mcbride.com.au. For further information and enquires please email or call 08 8272 1***.
