Financial Accountant – Household Australian Brand
Location: Sydney CBD (Hybrid – 2 days WFH)
Salary: Circa $130,000 + benefits

About the Company
Join one of Australia’s most iconic and enduring SME consumer brands — a proudly Australian-owned business known for its craftsmanship, quality, and heritage. With operations across both head office and manufacturing sites, this organisation continues to blend tradition with innovation to deliver products recognised and loved both locally and internationally.

You’ll be joining a values-led organisation with a collaborative culture, strong leadership, and a genuine commitment to employee development and wellbeing.

About the Role
Reporting to an experienced and supportive Head of Finance, this broad and hands-on role offers exposure across both corporate and operational finance.

Key responsibilities include:
Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Prepare and post journals, complete balance sheet reconciliations, and maintain general ledger accuracy
• Review and analyse P&L accounts, ensuring integrity of monthly results
• Manage month-end and year-end processes, supporting internal and external audits
• Maintain fixed asset registers, depreciation schedules, and capital expenditure tracking
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and the preparation of management reports

Treasury & Cashflow

• Support accounts payable and monitor bank accounts to ensure effective cashflow management
• Prepare cashflow forecasts and working capital analysis
• Review and reconcile corporate card transactions and employee expense claims

Payroll & Compliance

• Support payroll processing and ensure accurate leave and employee records
• Prepare and reconcile payroll journals, superannuation, BAS, and FBT submissions
• Assist with internal control, compliance, and policy development initiatives

Operational & Manufacturing Support

• Partner with the regional manufacturing site to ensure accuracy of inventory, freight, and production costing
• Support regular stocktake activities and operational reporting

This is an excellent opportunity for a Financial Accountant in the upward phase of their career who wants to broaden their exposure, learn directly from a high-calibre Head of Finance, and develop within a well-established Australian business.

Key Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• CPA or CA qualified (or working towards)
• 3–5 years’ experience in financial accounting, ideally within a manufacturing or product-based environment
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including reconciliations, reporting, and compliance
• Experience with Xero and advanced Excel proficiency
• Strong communication skills and ability to partner across both corporate and operational teams
• A proactive, hands-on approach and a continuous improvement mindset

What’s in it for You

• Competitive salary circa $130,000 + attractive benefits
• Genuine hybrid flexibility – 2 days per week working from home
• Mentorship and development under a talented and supportive Head of Finance
• Exposure across corporate and operational finance in a proudly Australian business
• Collaborative, inclusive culture and long-term career development opportunities
• Substantial employee product discounts

How to Apply
To apply, please click the link or send your CV directly to ajblyth@sharpandcarter.com.au.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.