Management Accountant

Location: melbourne
Job Type: permanent
Salary: Competitive
Contact: Chris Ly
We are a not-for-profit company, operating in a dynamic environment, with a vision to turn a product and packaging's past into a brighter future through responsible disposal and innovative reuse. We are a fast-moving organisation facing a national challenge to provide households and businesses with responsible solutions. We’ve set up over 170 collection depots nationwide, continuing to expand since our inception. Through national advertising, education campaigns, and partnerships, we raise awareness and promote our initiatives. Our research and innovation programs are designed to improve environmental outcomes for the materials we collect. Our values guide us in everything we do as we ingeniously build a better future.

About the Role:We are seeking an experienced and versatile Cost/Management Accountant to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will partner closely with senior stakeholders, such as the Operations Director, to provide critical financial insights that support decision-making and business performance. You’ll play a key role in cost analysis, building bills of material, managing margins, budgeting, and forecasting, while also being hands-on with day-to-day accounting tasks.
Key Responsibilities
  • Partner with Senior Stakeholders: Collaborate with the Operations Director and other senior leaders to provide financial analysis, support decision-making, and drive improvements in business performance.
  • Cost Analysis & Management:
    • Develop and maintain accurate bills of materials (BOM) for various products.
    • Conduct margin analysis to ensure profitability and identify cost-saving opportunities.
    • Oversee the preparation and review of budgets and forecasts, ensuring they align with business objectives.
  • Financial Reporting & Insights:
    • Provide in-depth variance analysis for actual vs. budgeted costs.
    • Track and report on key financial metrics, focusing on operational efficiency and cost control.
  • Accounts Payable & Receivable (AP/AR) (10% of the position)
    • Assist with AP/AR tasks, including invoice processing, reconciling supplier statements, and customer payments as needed.
    • Ensure timely payment processing and cash flow management in alignment with business requirements.
  • Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and systems to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
  • Compliance & Audit: Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and assist with audits as needed.
Key Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA/CA qualification preferred).
  • Proven experience in cost accounting, management accounting, or financial analysis within a manufacturing or operations-focused environment.
  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to develop cost models, build BOMs, and perform margin analysis.
  • Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
  • Comfortable with hands-on accounting tasks, including AP/AR.
  • Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence decision-making at senior levels.
Click 'Apply Now' or contact me on ChrisL@sde.com.au for a confidential discussion. 

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