We’re partnering with a market-leading FMCG business to recruit a Senior Accountant on an initial 12-month contract. Based in Richmond, this role sits within a collaborative, high-performing finance team and offers broad exposure across financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and senior stakeholder engagement. The business operates a hybrid working model (2 days from home) and is known for its down-to-earth, high-trust culture, where people are empowered to take ownership and make an impact. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong Senior Accountant who enjoys variety, visibility and working closely with the business in a fast-paced FMCG environment. The Role Reporting into the local finance leadership team and working closely with both head office and senior local stakeholders, you will play a key role in supporting financial reporting, commercial insights and decision-making. Key Responsibilities Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including journals, reconciliations and management reporting Own budgeting and forecasting activities, including variance analysis and performance insights Partner with senior stakeholders across the business to provide commercial analysis and decision support Prepare product sales forecasts and scenario modelling to support portfolio planning and strategy Deliver clear financial insights, risks and opportunities to local leadership and head office Manage cashflow, working capital reporting and treasury-related submissions Oversee tax compliance requirements including BAS, FBT and statutory reporting Act as the finance owner for expense management processes, ensuring policy compliance and system integrity Support internal and external audit processes, including preparation of audit schedules and liaison with auditors Review and improve financial processes, controls and reporting to drive efficiency and accuracy About You CA or CPA qualified (or near completion) Proven experience in a Senior Accountant or similar role Strong month-end, balance sheet and financial reporting capability Experience working with ERP systems Confident engaging with senior stakeholders Detail-oriented, proactive and comfortable working autonomously Why Join? Up to $140,000 base super on an initial 12-month contract Hybrid working model with 2 days from home Broad Senior Accountant role with genuine ownership and visibility Exposure to senior leadership and head office stakeholders Richmond-based role within a collaborative, high-performing finance tea
