Management Accountant - Essendon Fields Location

Job no: 510334
Work type: Full Time
Location: Melbourne - North, Melbourne - East, Melbourne - West, Melbourne - Inner

At Visy, we love solving problems. And that’s something we do better working together. We’re looking for people who see what’s ahead and run towards it. Visy people are helping us to achieve our vision to become the global leader in sustainable packaging. Because together, we can create a better world.

The Opportunity

Visy began manufacturing corrugated cardboard boxes in Melbourne, Australia, in 1948 and has grown to become one of the world's leading privately owned packaging, paper and recycling companies. Visy's past, present and future are linked by a commitment to growth, through meeting our customers' needs and the wise use and re-use of scarce resources.

As the Management Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our financial operations and contributing to the success of the Trading division. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, providing critical financial insights, analysis, and reporting to facilitate informed decision-making.

The Role

Reporting to the Finance Manager, and based at our Essendon Fields office, you will be a key member of the Visy Trading Finance team. You will be responsible for managing the financial operations and provide accounting, finance, systems and process improvement, commercial and management support in an accurate and timely manner.

In addition to the above but not limited to you will:

• Prepare, review, and submit monthly Management Accounts of P&L
• Develop, produce, and maintain KPI’s relevant to the management of the business
• Preparation of financial and statistical journals
• Prepare Financial modelling, in line with projects identified
• Balance Sheet Reconciliations for relevant entities
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, budgets, and forecasts
• Conduct variance analysis and recommend cost-saving initiatives
• Monitor cash flows & activities monthly on all open trading project
• Manage supplier payments, and FX transactions
• Monitor and manage FX currency impacts on business results
• Support month-end, year-end closing processes and annual budgets
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies
• Manage external audit requirements and ensure Integrity of Audited Accounting and Financial Results

To be considered you must have:

• Tertiary qualification in Finance and/or Accounting including CA/ CPA qualification
• Proven experience in Management Accounting within a fast-paced environment
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Proficiency in SAP and Consolidation & Reporting software (preferably Hyperion)
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders
• Detail-oriented with a passion for accuracy and problem-solving

When you join Visy, you’re joining a global leader dedicated to making serious progress in the sustainable packaging, recycling, re-manufacturing, and logistics industries. We love solving the problems that make an impact and grow our business. If you think you can help us, you’ll fit right in.

You will be required to meet Visy’s employment criteria which will include a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol ­testing).

Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

Advertised: 24 Apr 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 22 May 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time