About the role & client An exciting role with a nationally recognised organisation currently exists in order to fill a key role in their team. This Management Accountant position will help assist in the management and communication of the companies’ accounting activities on a national scale. Initially this will be a 6 month contract role, however there is the genuine view to become permanent after the contract. The responsibilities Reporting to the FP&A Manager, you will be responsible for providing commercial expertise to the business with a focus on strategic planning, analysis and business partnering. More specifically, your role will include: Weekly closing and preparing, analysing and reporting on financial performance Responsible for ensuring the completeness and accuracy of the financial/management accounting information at all times and consistent with the general accounting standards, principles, and policies Maintain effective financial / management accounting controls and systems. Perform balance sheet reconciliations Generate budget and forecast templates and financials Ad-hoc work as required The successful applicant Ideally, you will be a CA/CPA qualified accounting professional and a commercially astute individual. You will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills as your ability to interact and engage cross functionally within the business will be crucial to your success. A background in retail, FMCG or a product-based industry is highly desirable. Additional benefits Corporate training from a multinational industry-leading organisation Large growth mandate Partial flexible working arrangements Genuine opportunity for extension / permanency, initially a long-term contract Great location, close to public transport and local eateries Substantial salary + superannuation About the client Our client is a nationally recognised, ASX listed organisation who is an instantly recognizable name residing within their industry. How to apply To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Jack Billingham on 0450 528 548 or jbillingham@sharpandcarter.com.au, quoting Ref No JBL6090.