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
he Metcash Food Service and Convenience business includes a banner of brands that specialise in the supply to wholesale, convenience, foodservice and QSR customers across Australia. Some of these brands include Campbells, Superior Food Services, Independent Grocers (NT), Mooloolah River Fisheries, Sealanes, Southern Cross Marines and Global Meats. Joining the Metcash Food Service and Convenience business means the work you do contributes to brands with real purpose, empowering independent businesses and strengthening local communities across Australia.
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a detail‑oriented and proactive Senior Financial Accountant to join our finance team based in Oakleigh South on a 12‑month Maternity Leave Contract. This role plays a key part in delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting month‑end processes, group reporting requirements, budgeting and forecasting, audit activities, and statutory reporting obligations across multiple business units.
In this Role
- Coordinate and execute end-to-end month-end close processes across multiple business units including preparation and review of profit and loss (P&L) statements and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Manage month-end reporting packs for group reporting, supporting schedules, and financial analysis across multiple business locations.
- Assist with annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, including P&L, balance sheet and CAPEX.
- Manage lease accounting activities in accordance with AASB 16, including lease reviews, renewals and lease adjustments.
- Liaise with external auditors as the primary finance contact for interim, half-year, and year-end external audits.
- Prepare and review statutory reporting requirements, including BAS, GST, FBT, payroll tax, and other compliance submissions.
- Undertake any ad-hoc duties as directed by management within the scope of your skills, training, and experience.
What are we looking for?
- Degree-qualified in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- CA/CPA qualified
- Audit experience – Big 4 preferred
- Proven experience in a similar Senior Financial Accountant role
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong reconciliation and analytical skills with high attention to detail
- Experience with ERP systems (Pronto, Xero, TM1 and Blackline)
- Strong Excel skills and financial analysis capability
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, Hybrid working arrangements available!
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.
Please note: This role is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team. We respectfully request that recruitment agencies do not submit profiles or make contact regarding this opportunity.
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