Financial Accountant
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Job no: 511695
Work type: Full time
Location: VIC - Metro
Categories: Finance
- Iconic Australian Owned Retail Brand
- Must have strong financial accounting knowledge with month-end close reporting
- Hybrid role in a vibrant, team orientated culture where we embrace pace & new ideas
Are you an experienced financial accountant with a passion for retail?
At Spotlight Retail Group, we're passionate about delivering exceptional value to our customers. As a key player in our finance team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to our ongoing success.
We're seeking a talented and motivated Financial Accountant to join our dynamic team. This hybrid role offers a unique blend of challenges and rewards, allowing you to make a significant impact on our business.
What you'll do
As a Financial Accountant at Spotlight Retail Group, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of our financial reporting. Your responsibilities will include:
- Driving Month-End Close: Overseeing the timely and efficient completion of month-end close processes.
- Maintaining Financial Integrity: Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the chart of accounts and trial balance through the preparation of monthly and ad-hoc general journals.
- Reconciling Financial Positions: Preparing and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies.
- Delivering Financial Insights: Preparing insightful month-end close reports to inform strategic decision-making.
- Collaborating with Auditors: Liaising with external auditors to facilitate smooth audits and ensure compliance.
- Driving Process Improvement: Identifying opportunities to streamline financial processes and increase efficiency.
- Supporting Strategic Initiatives: Contributing to ad-hoc projects and initiatives that support the company's growth and financial goals.
What you'll bring
- Must have strong financial accounting knowledge, including month-end close with at least 3+ years of relevant experience
- Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in accounting software (SAP preferred)
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities
- A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a passion for retail
- Training within an Audit role (Big 4 or Mid-Tier) will be favourable but not essential
- Team orientated and with willingness to initiate continuous improvement
- Proactive and capable of investigating anomalies as they arise
Why Spotlight Retail Group?
Join a company that values its employees and offers a supportive and inclusive culture.
We provide opportunities for professional development and career progression, as well as competitive remuneration and benefits. Be part of a team that is passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences and driving business growth.
What We Can Offer You
- Exposure to key senior stakeholders and opportunities across one of Australia’s largest Private Businesses with continuing growth
- Hybrid role with career progression, training & personal development, mentoring
- A culture that rewards initiative and creativity
- Benefits – Discounts across all brands, EAP, Gym Membership Discounts and more
Who We Are
Spotlight Group Holdings (SGH) is a privately held $3bn+ Australian parent company which controls, operates and invests in a diverse set of businesses and assets.
SGH is one of Australia's largest privately-owned and operated family business, comprising of the Spotlight Retail Group, the Spotlight Property Group, Spotlight Group Investments, Spotlight Direct Investments and the Spotlight Charitable Foundation.
Comprising of the long term existing iconic brands in Spotlight, Anaconda and Mountain Designs, together with the exciting addition of Harris Scarfe, SRG is acknowledged as market leaders within the Australian retail space.
To apply, please complete our online application form and submit an up-to-date resume and cover letter.
You must have unrestricted working rights in Australia to be considered for this position
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
No agency enquiries or applications please
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