Financial Reporting Accountant

At Metcash, you’re part of something bigger. We’ve got the heart of a small business with the strength and support of a big business. 

When you join Metcash, your work makes a real difference to independent businesses and local communities, empowering you to: 

• Grow your career with tailored development programs 

• Thrive your way with flexible work options 

• Make your mark in a high-performing, values-led team 

About the Opportunity

 We have a fantastic opportunity for a Financial Reporting Accountant to join our team in Macquarie Park on a full-time basis.

This role will serve as a key contributor to financial reporting and technical accounting activities. Whilst also upholding the integrity of financial information and ensuring timely and accurate delivery of all periodic reporting requirements.

In this Role

• Act as a key contributor to half-year and year-end processes, including preparation of consolidated financial statements, related analysis, and Audit, Risk & Compliance Committee papers.
• Lead the preparation of monthly consolidated balance sheet and cash flow statements.
• Research complex accounting issues and develop technical papers to support appropriate treatment for capital transactions.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data through month-end journal entries and general ledger reconciliations.
• Manage AASB 16 lease accounting for the business, including month-end journals and budgeting activities.
• Respond to day-to-day requests for financial information from various business units.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors, providing timely assistance as required.
• Deliver ad-hoc projects and initiatives as assigned.

You’re Likely a Match If

•  CA qualified (or equivalent professional accounting qualification).
• Minimum 3 years of experience, preferably including external audit.
• Proven experience in corporate environments and large group consolidation roles or clients.
• Strong technical knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards (AASB).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and intermediate knowledge of other MS Office applications.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics or other large-scale accounting systems (advantageous).
• Demonstrated analytical abilities and problem-solving skills.
• Exposure to FMCG industry will be considered an advantage.

What’s on offer 

We’re proud to offer a workplace that supports your well-being, growth, and belonging: 

🏖️ Extra Leave: Enjoy a 5th week of annual leave, 2 well-being days, plus 1 volunteer day annually 

📚 Career Growth: Endless learning and development opportunities 

👶 Parental Leave: 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid leave for primary carers 

🌈 Inclusive Culture: Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion 

⚖️ Neutral Pay Gap: Gender pay gap under 5% (WGEA 2024–2025)  

🧠 Mental Health: Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia 

🏡 Flexibility: Flex Ready and Family Friendly Workplace accredited 

About Us  

Join us and be part of something bigger! 

Metcash is Australia’s leading wholesale distribution company, with $19.5 billion in sales (FY25) and a proud spot in the ASX Top 125. 

We believe in the power of independent, family-owned businesses to shape vibrant communities. Through our food, liquor, and hardware pillars, we help retailers become the ‘Best Store in Their Town’ by providing merchandising, operational and marketing support.  

We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability — and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including First Nations. If you need support during the application process, just let us know. Your privacy and dignity are always respected. 

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