Accountant

Jaybro Group is on a mission to make life easier for infrastructure contractors.

Our commitment to employee development has resulted in a positive and inclusive work culture, leading to recognition as a Great Place to Work® and ranking #5 in Australia’ Best Workplace™ list 2024 (in the medium category). With a combination of industry-leading products and services, and a motivated and skilled team, The Jaybro Group sets the standard in the infrastructure industry.

You will also be involved in managing financial and taxation requirements, examining operating costs and income, preparing key financial reports, and assisting in stock and purchasing reporting. Additionally, you will play a crucial role in reconciling GP write-offs and landed costs, managing investments and equity reconciliations, and designing methods to display inventory obsolescence data.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and analyse forecasts, annual budgets, and financial statements, providing insights and recommendations for financial planning and decision-making.
• Communicate financial performance and status to senior management, highlighting key findings and addressing cash flow issues to ensure optimal financial management.
• Manage financial and taxation requirements, including BAS lodgements, and provide advice on business and financial risks and opportunities for future plans.
• Conduct thorough analysis of operating costs and income, identifying areas for cost reduction or revenue enhancement.
• Prepare and analyse key financial reports, such as cash flow statements, profit and loss statements, working capital analysis and management reports, general ledger, balance sheets, flash reports, and management reports.
• Assist the Group Financial Controller in preparing stock and purchasing reports, implementing and maintaining relevant reporting systems to support the month/year-end close processes for inventory, trade accounts payable, and cost of goods sold (COGS) balances.
• Manage and reconcile GP write-offs and landed cost reconciliation, ensuring accuracy and completeness for review by the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
• Reconcile and manage investments and equity accounts on a monthly basis, liaising with the Group Financial Controller and maintaining up-to-date and well-supported documentation.
• Design, build, and implement effective methods for displaying and presenting inventory obsolescence data to facilitate analysis and decision-making processes.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional certifications (e.g., CPA) are desirable.
• Proven experience in accounting, financial analysis, and financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and taxation compliance.
• Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to senior management.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial analysis and reporting.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently or collaboratively as part of a team.
• Experience in stock and purchasing reporting, GP write-offs, and inventory management is advantageous.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and financial modelling is a plus.

• Certified as a Great Place to Work® in 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024
• Hybrid model – 3 Days in the Office (Arndell Park) & Work from home 2 days a week!
• Great company culture & high employee engagement
• WHEREFIT discounts!
• Genuine Career pathways and advancement and & development programs
• Dynamic and supportive Management & Team