Assistant Accountant

Floridia Cheese is a successful family-owned business based in Thomastown, proudly producing award-winning Italian-style cheeses for over 70 years. With more than 100 employees, recognised brands, and a growing local and global customer base, we continue to build on our reputation for quality and innovation.

This newly created permanent, full-time position is ideal for a mid-senior level professional looking to contribute to our financial operations. You will support the Finance Manager and play a crucial role in supporting the accounting department (AR/AP), ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with regulations, thereby enhancing the overall efficiency of our business.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journals, accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, and maintain the integrity of the general ledger.
• Assist with month-end, year-end close processes, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting.
• Support inventory and manufacturing accounting, including stock takes, inventory valuation, standard costing, variance analysis, and fixed asset accounting.
• Assist with the preparation of BAS, IAS, Payroll Tax, GST, FBT, and other statutory reporting.
• Reconcile bank statements and resolve discrepancies
• Manage and support the team across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll, including invoicing, reconciliations, payment processing, and account maintenance.
• Maintain accurate financial records, ensure compliance with accounting standards, statutory obligations, company policies, and internal controls, and support internal and external audits.
• Process transactions and prepare reports within the ERP system while identifying opportunities to improve finance systems, processes, and automation.
• Prepare financial analysis and management reports to support business performance, operational decision-making, and continuous improvement.

You'll be someone who:

• Hands on, works with speed and initiative while maintaining accuracy
• Is reliable, punctual, enjoys being part of a team and has a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Steps in to help wherever needed to keep the business running smoothly
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards of safety

Qualifications & Skills

• CPA qualified (or working towards) a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years' experience combined in Accounts Receivable, Assistant Accounting, or similar
• Strong knowledge of Australian accounting principles, financial reporting, and end-to-end AR processes.
• Proficient in Advanced Excel and accounting software (SAP B1 preferred).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organisational, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in credit insurance, forecasting, FMCG advantageous.
• Positive, adaptable, and proactive attitude.

Please note: We are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies for this position