Accountant

Location: HOMEBUSH, NSW

Salary: $80,001 - $100,000

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

• A bachelor’s degree or higher qualification in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a closely related field.
• A minimum of two years of relevant accounting experience is preferred.
• Experience using accounting software and financial management systems.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Preparing and analysing financial statements, management accounts and other financial reports to provide management with an accurate understanding of the company's financial performance and position.
• Examining revenue, gross margins, operating expenses, inventory costs and other financial data to identify significant trends, variances and areas requiring management attention.
• Developing and monitoring budgets, financial forecasts and cash flow projections, and providing advice to management regarding financial performance and future financial requirements.
• Analysing the financial impact of purchasing, inventory movements, stock losses, wastage and pricing decisions within the fresh produce wholesale operations.
• Preparing financial analyses and reports to support management in making informed decisions regarding business operations, expenditure, profitability and growth.
• Preparing and reviewing information required for Business Activity Statements, income tax obligations and other relevant taxation and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Advising management on appropriate accounting treatments, financial policies and procedures to support sound financial management and regulatory compliance.
• Reviewing existing accounting processes and internal financial controls and recommending improvements to strengthen financial accuracy, accountability and operational efficiency.
• Monitoring the company's financial performance against approved budgets and forecasts, investigating material variances and preparing recommendations where corrective action may be required.
• Providing financial information and supporting documentation to external accountants, auditors and other professional advisers as required.
• Applying appropriate accounting standards and principles in the preparation and presentation of financial information and ensuring consistency in the company's financial reporting practices.
• Assisting with the preparation and review of income tax and other taxation-related information, ensuring compliance with applicable Australian taxation laws and liaising with external tax advisers or accountants where required.

Skills Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting and general accounting practices.
• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify discrepancies and investigate financial variances.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with management, suppliers, customers and external advisers.

If you are a suitably qualified and detail-oriented accounting professional seeking an opportunity to contribute to the financial management of an established and growing fresh produce wholesale business, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume to ***********@targetbusiness.com.au.