Accountant

Your new companyAre you a proactive and commercially minded Accountant who enjoys being involved in every aspect of finance? This is an opportunity to join a well-established service-based business operating within the industrial sector. While the business maintains the agility and close-knit culture of a small organisation, it benefits from the support, stability and backing of a larger group. This is a highly visible role where you'll work closely with senior leadership and play a key part in the day-to-day financial operations, reporting and ongoing improvement of the business. Our client is a successful Queensland-based business with a strong reputation in its sector. As part of a broader group structure, the organisation combines the hands-on nature of a small business with the resources and support of a larger enterprise.With continued growth and a focus on operational excellence, they are seeking an experienced Accountant who can take ownership of the finance function and contribute commercially across the business.Your new roleReporting directly to senior management, you will be responsible for the end-to-end accounting function while partnering with operational stakeholders to provide meaningful financial insights.Your responsibilities will include:Daily cash flow forecasting and reportingMonthly management reporting, financial analysis and balance sheet reconciliationsPreparation and lodgement of BAS, IAS, payroll tax and superannuation reportingCoordination of budgets, forecasts and financial planning activitiesManagement and oversight of accounts payable and accounts receivableDebtor management, collections and cashflow optimisationFixed asset and lease accountingMonth-end journals, accruals and reportingInventory analysis, stocktake coordination and margin reviewsPayroll oversight and employee entitlement reportingSupporting HR administration, workers compensation and insurance processesLiaising with external accountants and advisorsIdentifying process improvements and driving operational efficienciesMentoring and supporting administration and accounts staffWhat you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will bring:Previous experience in a broad Accountant or Finance Manager positionStrong financial reporting and reconciliation skillsExperience managing end-to-end accounting processes in a small to medium-sized businessKnowledge of payroll, taxation and statutory reporting requirementsStrong systems skills, ideally including XeroExcellent communication and stakeholder management capabilitiesA hands-on approach and willingness to roll up your sleevesThe ability to work autonomously while supporting a collaborative team environmentExperience within industrial, automotive, manufacturing, engineering, construction or trade-based businesses will be highly regarded.What you'll get in returnOpportunity to own a diverse and broad finance roleWork closely with senior leadership and influence business decisionsSupportive and collaborative small team cultureBacking and stability of a larger corporate groupFlexible start and finish timesLong-term career opportunity within a growing organisationWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to amy.mccusker@hays.com.au or call Amy McCusker at HAYS Senior Finance on 0732433078.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.