Accountant | Specsavers

Job title : Accountant | Specsavers
Location : Melbourne
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Salary : Attractive Salary Package + Bonus + Benefits
Contact name : Brendan Close
Contact email : bclose@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : 1236844
The Organisation:
Specsavers is the fastest growing and most progressive optical retail company in Australia and New Zealand. They employ over 35,000 people worldwide and operate in 10 European countries. They believe in creating a positive, friendly store environment that's truly focused on giving each and every customer the best eyecare experience possible. Their employees, like their customers, are indispensable to their vision.

The Role:  
Reporting to the Regional Financial Accounting Manager, this role will include the following responsibilities:
  • Timely and accurate preparation of Profit and Loss Accounts and Balance Sheet for a portfolio of stores on a monthly basis
  • Provide commentary for significant variances
  • Ensure all reconciliations are completed on a monthly basis with continued focus to clear unreconciled items
  • Liaise with all store partners and other stakeholders and provision of accurate information for analysis of store performance
  • Lodge monthly Income Activity Statements/Quarterly BAS on a timely basis
  • Accurate bank reconciliations for all store bank accounts
  • Liaise with Tax Manager with year-end tax returns for all stores
  • Any other tasks/projects as requested by the Line Manager
The Candidate:
CA/CPA qualified or working towards completion, you will possess a minimum of 2 years accounting experience in a similar commercial organisation or a chartered accounting firm.
  
Naturally customer focused and collaborative in style, you will display a total commitment to identifying and providing solutions to address stakeholder needs.

Benefits:
  • Secure on-site parking at their Port Melbourne head office
  • Work from home flexibility
  • Eligible for quarterly bonus
  • Study support and career development opportunities locally and/or internationally
  • Birthday leave
  • Discounts on optical products
How to Apply:
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Brendan Close via bclose@sharpandcarter.com.au 
 
Any third-party applications will be forwarded to Sharp & Carter for consideration.