Accountant

Accountant | 6-Month Maternity Leave Contract (Potential Extension)

Hallam, VIC | Commencing November 2026

About Prime Pharmacy Group

Prime Pharmacy Group is a growing network of community pharmacies committed to improving health outcomes for our customers and patients. Through our shared services model, we provide centralized support across finance, human resources, payroll, and retail operations, allowing our pharmacy teams to focus on delivering exceptional customer service and patient care.

With 24 pharmacies across Victoria and Queensland operating under the Chemist Discount Centre, Advantage Pharmacy, and Priceline Pharmacy brands, we are proud to be a values-driven organization that puts people first.

Our values guide everything we do:

• Challenge the Now
• Built on Trust, Driven with Care
• All In
• People First
• Value Everyone
• Own the Outcome

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Accountant to join our Support Office Finance Team in Hallam on a 6-month maternity leave contract commencing in November 2026.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will work collaboratively within a close-knit finance team supporting multiple entities across the Prime Pharmacy Group network.

This position offers comprehensive training and support, with hybrid working arrangements available following the successful completion of probation.

There is also the potential for the contract to be extended beyond the initial six-month period.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting multiple entities across the group, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Day-to-day accounting and financial processing
• Bank reconciliations
• Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions
• Loading and processing payments
• End-of-month processing and reporting support
• Assisting with financial year-end activities
• Preparation and lodgment of BAS, IAS and PAYG obligations
• Providing ongoing support to the Finance Team
• Ad hoc finance and administration tasks as required

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• CPA qualification or be actively working towards CPA accreditation
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word
• Strong problem-solving skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High-level organizational and time management abilities
• The ability to prioritize competing deadlines and work effectively under pressure
• A self-motivated attitude with a willingness to learn and develop
• A positive, collaborative approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Why Join Prime Pharmacy Group?

We believe our people are our greatest asset and are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding workplace.

Benefits include:

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

• Hybrid work arrangements following probation

• Convenient Hallam location with on-site parking

• Staff discounts across our pharmacy network

• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Flare employee retail discount program

• Annual Christmas celebrations and team events

Pre-Employment Requirements

Reference checks and a National Police Check will form part of the recruitment process.

Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in Australia. Evidence of working rights will be required prior to commencement.

Only applicants who meet the essential criteria will be contacted.

If you're looking to join a values-driven organization where you can make a meaningful contribution and further develop your accounting career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today.