Cost Accountant

Cost Accountant

Cost Accountant opportunity with established FMCG manufacturer in southside of Brisbane

Your new company

Our client is a well-established Australian FMCG manufacturer with a proud heritage spanning more than 50 years. Operating across the full production lifecycle from sourcing and processing through to packaging and distribution, the business has built a strong reputation for quality products, operational excellence and sustainable growth. With manufacturing operations based outside of Brisbane, they continue to invest in systems, people and process improvement initiatives to support their next stage of growth.

Your new role

Due to ongoing growth, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Cost Accountant to join the finance team in a permanent position. Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will play a key role in supporting manufacturing operations through accurate inventory management, product costing and financial analysis. Working closely with both the wider finance team and operational stakeholders, you will provide meaningful insights that support commercial decision-making and drive continuous improvement across the business. This role offers a blend of traditional cost accounting responsibilities alongside broader management accounting exposure, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to expand their skill set within a collaborative FMCG environment.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining and analysing product costing models
• Inventory accounting, stock reconciliations and valuation processes
• Supporting month-end reporting and management accounts
• Variance analysis across manufacturing, labour and overheads
• Assisting with budgeting and forecasting activities
• Business partnering with operations, supply chain and inventory teams
• Supporting ERP system processes and reporting
• Identifying opportunities for process improvements and enhanced reporting
• Assisting with audit requirements and financial controls

What you'll need to succeed

• CA, CPA or equivalent qualification (or be working towards completion)
• Previous experience in a Cost Accountant or Manufacturing Accountant position
• Strong inventory and stock accounting experience
• Exposure to FMCG, manufacturing, food production or similar operational environments
• Experience working with ERP systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with both finance and operational stakeholders
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills

What you'll get in return

• Permanent opportunity within a growing Australian manufacturer
• Broad role combining cost accounting and management accounting responsibilities
• Exposure to a collaborative and supportive finance team
• Opportunity to partner closely with inventory, operations and leadership teams
• Flexible working hours to support work-life balance
• Stable business with a strong market presence and long-standing reputation
• Convenient location outside of Brisbane with onsite parking

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to ***email_hidden*** or call Amy McCusker at HAYS Senior Finance on 0732433078.

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