Edward Mann is recruiting for a global automotive manufacturer based in Dandenong, Victoria. They are seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join the finance team and be responsible for the production of the company’s group financial reports and for the fulfilment of other obligations such as tax and statutory reporting

This role will be a direct report to the Finance Manager and will assist with the management of a more junior finance team (3 AP & 1 Assistant accountant).

They are willing to pay up to 115K + Super + KPI bonuses for people with the right level of experience, along with offering flexible working arrangements and the ability to progress vertically within the company and opportunities to work overseas with their parent company.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist Finance Manager with team management of the AP/AR functions
Management of Capex
Manage the group’s preparation of the FBT and IAS
Review of overseas suppliers, accounting, and monthly preparation of the FX Hedge
Working with finance manager on weekly cashflow forecast
Liaising with external auditors for the Statutory Financial Report and quarterly external audits
Assist with the preparation of month-end journals, balance sheet reconciliations and parent-company reporting
Have knowledge of and assist with the preparation and management of the 31 December year end Statutory Financial Statements for 3 entities.
Assist with the AASB16 /IFRS-16 management in Epicor and lease software
Assist in preparation of annual budget and liaise with department managers with their budget submissions
Stock Control and Annual Stock Counts for External Reporting

About You:

Manufacturing, multi-site and consolidation experience is an advantage
CA / CPA Qualified (those who are studying towards this will also be considered)
Strong technical account skills as AASB/IFRS knowledge
Impressive familiarity and comfort with FEC’s and foreign currency translations
Impressive familiarity and comfort with P&L, Balance Sheet, Budgeting, Forecasting, Variance Analysis Reporting
Strong analytical, decision making and problem-solving skills
Process and deadline driven mindset with a keen eye for detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills – to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to perform data and statistical analysis to spot trends and anomalies.
Advanced computer software skills, including Excel and other financial software and tools for reporting and analysis purposes.
Team player, whilst also being able to successfully work autonomously.
Ability to manage a challenging workload and meet tight reporting deadlines.
Demonstrate ability to plan, prioritize and organize workloads to meet expectations.

For more information, please apply ASAP.

Edward Mann Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Edward Mann Ltd is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply.