Management Accountant

• Mackay Based Role
• Relocation packages and short-term housing available*
• Development role

 If you are looking for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to grow your career in management accounting, we encourage you to apply. Join us in shaping the future of our company and making a positive impact in the industry.

About the role:

The main purpose of this role is to support the commercial business activities to a core level of management. As a Management Accountant, you will play a vital role in creating value through advising, challenging thinking and processes, business partnering and over time supporting managers towards the best commercial outcomes for the business. You will become intimately familiar with all aspects of our operations, including farming, logistics, production, and marketing, in order to effectively contribute to our success. 

We envision this position as a potential progression in your career journey. While prior experience is beneficial, it's not a requirement. However, we do encourage candidates at all levels to apply, as our ideal candidate will possess a curious mindset, a keen eagerness to learn about our business, and the confidence to challenge conventional practices.

Key accountabilities:

Reporting to, and working closely with the Controller – Forecast, Planning and Analysis, you will be a valued contributor to the team and the broader business.  While making impactful financial recommendations to support and influence the decision making, you will:

• Analyse relevant information critically, question assumptions, and help design solutions.
• Provide options based on facts and supporting the delivery of agreed outcomes.
• Ensure accounting information is accurate and up to date by maintaining financial systems.
• Review internal control procedures and processes to highlight non-compliance.
• Conduct relevant checks and reconciliations.
• Deliver financial information in a timely manner to meet management, statutory, and other internal and external requirements. 

About you:

You will thrive in challenging conventional practices and collaborating with stakeholders to instigate and execute change, all while maintaining a holistic perspective.

• CPA certification or current enrolment in CPA studies, or equivalent accounting qualifications (Mackay Sugar may provide financial assistance for CPA qualification for suitable candidates).
• Supportive of initiatives for organizational change.
• Proficiency in Excel is crucial, and familiarity with an ERP system, particularly SAP, is advantageous.
• Prior experience in enhancing financial processes is preferable.
• Possessing commercial acumen, you will contribute significantly to the finance team.
• A valued team player with strong collaborative skills.

 Mackay Sugar Benefits

• Consistent, full-time employment with the comfort of being home every night.
• Generous annual leave allocation of 5 weeks.
• Access to ongoing training and development programs to enhance and broaden your skill set.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package including health and wellness perks.
• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional growth.
• A supportive and collaborative workplace culture.
• Flexible work arrangements to accommodate your needs.
• Relocation assistance and temporary housing options available during the recruitment process**

About Mackay Sugar

Located in tropical North Queensland where a unique lifestyle can be blended with a progressive business, Mackay is home to Australia’s second largest sugar milling company, Mackay Sugar. With more than 140 years’ experience in raw sugar production and employing up to 800 people seasonally, Mackay Sugar is an iconic Australian brand that contributes significantly to our economy and community. 

A member of the Nordzucker Group since 2019, Mackay Sugar is undergoing an exciting period of change and growth. Nordzucker is one of the leading sugar manufacturers in Europe and brings a network of global ideas, innovation, and opportunities to Mackay Sugar. 

Mackay Sugar is an Equal Opportunity Employer