Accountant

Jim's Group is Australia's largest franchising family. We are mission-oriented, with a primary goal of caring for the 5,000+ families of our franchisees and staff.

About the Role

Following the retirement of a long-serving team member, we're seeking a detail-driven Financial Accountant to join our Finance team on a permanent full-time basis. Based at our Mooroolbark headquarters and reporting to the Head of Finance, you'll work across multiple entities within the Group, contributing to accurate reporting, sound controls, and continuous improvement of our finance function.

We use Microsoft 365 Dynamics Business Central as our ERP. Working hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, on site. We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible where the right candidate is identified.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate invoices and credit notes as required
• Respond to customer enquiries when assigned
• Manage bad debts and write-offs
• Calculate Divisional Commissions and profit sharing
• Track and report on special purpose funds
• Prepare journals, accruals, prepayments, and provisions
• Run the end-of-month billing process
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate variances
• Assist with audits
• Support year-end reporting and statutory filings
• Assist with system improvements and process efficiencies
• Collaborate with the team and back-fill roles when needed
• Identify risks and opportunities for process automation or improvement
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity across finance systems
• Other tasks as directed

About You

To succeed in this role, you'll bring:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CA or CPA qualified, or actively working towards qualification
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a financial accounting role
• Sound understanding of Australian accounting standards and tax requirements
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (Microsoft 365 Dynamics Business Central highly regarded)
• Strong initiative and problem-solving capability
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple entities
• Professional ethics and discretion
• Courteous and professional communication with internal and external stakeholders
• A respectful, collaborative approach when working with team members

Why Jim's?

As a member of the Jim's Group team, you'll enjoy:

• Weekly staff lunch held on-site
• Access to our on-site fitness centre with indoor heated pool and gym
• A campus-style work environment surrounded by nature
• Ample free on-site parking with electric vehicle charging from our solar panels
• Unlimited access to 24/7 health and wellbeing support through our partnered EAP
• Opportunities for learning and career progression in a fast-growing company

We are a company that values initiative, the willingness to contribute ideas beyond your immediate responsibilities, and a strong sense of ethics. Our CEO, Jim Penman, is actively involved in the business, giving you the opportunity to learn from one of Australia's most recognised entrepreneurs.

This position will be particularly attractive to candidates from Melbourne's eastern suburbs, where a shorter commute means better work-life balance and more time for what matters most.

How to Apply

If you're ready to bring your accounting expertise to one of Australia's most iconic brands, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your application through SEEK, or email your resume and cover letter to [email protected].

Learn more about us: https://jims.net/careers-at-jims-group/