Senior Financial Accountant | Retail

Job title : Senior Financial Accountant | Retail
Location : Melbourne
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Contact name : Will Nichols
Contact email : wnichols@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : 1639152
Organisation: 
Our client is a global leader in premium sport brands, committed to inspiring people to live active, adventurous lives. In Australia, their local team delivers world-class performance gear across retail, wholesale, and eCommerce channels, supporting everyone from elite athletes to everyday exercisers.
Backed by a global group, they combine international scale with local agility, enabling the team to make fast, impactful decisions while contributing to a bigger picture. Their culture is built on performance, collaboration, and a shared passion for sport and innovation.

Role: 
Our client is seeking an exceptional, talented Senior Financial Accountant to play a pivotal role in supporting the growth of our B2C & B2B business across Australia.
This role offers a unique opportunity to combine technical accounting excellence with strategic business partnership. You’ll work at the crossroads of retail, e-commerce, and innovation, helping drive decisions that have real impact on the bottom line.

More specifically, your key responsibilities will include:
  • Own the financial operations of a fast-scaling B2C channel — from new store setup to inventory, revenue, and capex
  • Lead accurate month- and year-end closes, ensuring compliance with IFRS and internal controls
  • Collaborate with Shared Services in Europe to ensure smooth accounting operations
  • Guide internal and external audits and champion SOX compliance
  • Partner with cross-functional teams (Sales, Marketing, Retail, Supply Chain) to deliver actionable insights
  • Contribute to global projects and reporting cycles, adding both structure and value
  • Drive continuous improvement in processes, reporting, and business engagement
About you:
  • CA/CPA qualified with 5+ years’ experience in a complex, fast-paced environment
  • Proven technical accounting skills and strong understanding of IFRS, compliance, and controls
  • A commercial mindset, with the ability to translate numbers into decisions
  • Experience in B2C, B2B, retail, or consumer brands is highly regarded
  • Advanced Excel and ERP skills (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
  • Confident, communicative, and proactive — someone who doesn’t just report the numbers, but owns them
If you're ready to step into a high-impact role with global exposure and local influence, please reach out directly to wnichols@sharpandcarter.com.au 

How to apply
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Will Nichols at wnichols@sharpandcarter.com.au