Management Accountant
Robert Walters
Date: 12 hours ago
City: Melbourne, Victoria
Contract type: Full time
An exciting opportunity is available for a Management Accountant to join a growing retail group supporting expansion across Europe. Based in the CBD, this role will focus on integrating financial practices, streamlining processes, and delivering impactful reporting and analysis. You’ll work across both established and emerging markets, support business growth, and collaborate with a dynamic team—making a real impact.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Management Accountant to join a thriving retail group supporting two beloved brands as they expand across Australia and Europe. This position is based in Melbourne CBD and offers the chance to play a pivotal role in integrating financial practices, streamlining processes, and delivering insightful reporting and analysis. With a focus on both established and emerging markets, you will be instrumental in ensuring financial integrity, supporting business growth, and collaborating with a diverse team of professionals. If you are passionate about finance, enjoy working closely with stakeholders, and thrive in an environment where your expertise directly influences business outcomes, this is the perfect next step in your career.
As a Management Accountant, you will immerse yourself in the financial operations of two dynamic retail brands as they continue their journey of growth throughout Europe. Your day-to-day responsibilities will see you engaging deeply with cost control measures—reviewing expenses at both state and divisional levels—and producing regular labour reports that inform operational decisions. You will be responsible for preparing accurate budgets and projections that reflect each brand’s strategic direction while also conducting rigorous variance analyses to provide actionable insights. Balance sheet reconciliations will form a core part of your remit; you’ll work closely with both internal teams and external partners to ensure all accounts are meticulously maintained. In addition to managing royalty payments and licensing reconciliations on a global scale, you’ll champion process improvements by streamlining procedures across both brands. Your collaborative approach will foster strong relationships within the finance team as well as with broader business stakeholders. Success in this role means not only delivering robust financial reporting but also actively contributing to the integration of best practices as one brand enters new markets.
To excel as an Management Accountant, you will bring positions where you have supported multiple stakeholders. Your background will include hands-on involvement in month-end processes such as reviewing cost centres and store expenses for accuracy. You will have demonstrated success preparing detailed budgets and forecasts that support strategic objectives while maintaining rigorous standards for data integrity. Your technical proficiency extends to balance sheet reconciliations involving complex entities operating across borders. Experience handling royalty management tasks—including global licensing reconciliations—is highly valued. Beyond technical skills, your interpersonal abilities set you apart: you communicate clearly with stakeholders at every level; collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams; share knowledge openly; act responsibly; uphold ethical standards; respond sensitively to feedback; nurture positive relationships; support colleagues during periods of change or absence; remain calm under pressure; seek opportunities for improvement; deliver cost-efficient outcomes; always keep customer needs front-of-mind; adapt flexibly as priorities evolve; contribute positively towards shared goals.
This organisation stands out as an employer due to its unwavering commitment to employee wellbeing combined with its ambitious vision for growth across international markets. By joining this team, you become part of an inclusive community where collaboration is celebrated—your contributions are recognised not just by immediate colleagues but also by leaders who value open communication and shared success. The company fosters an environment where knowledge is freely exchanged among experienced professionals who are eager to support your development. Flexible working arrangements allow you to achieve meaningful work-life balance while still making a tangible impact on high-profile projects. As the business continues expanding its footprint throughout Europe—launching new stores while leveraging established market expertise—you will have unique opportunities for professional growth alongside some of the most knowledgeable minds in retail finance. Here you can expect ongoing training opportunities tailored to your interests as well as generous pension contributions that reflect the company’s long-term investment in its people. Above all else, this is a place where your voice matters: ideas are welcomed; achievements are celebrated; diversity is embraced; everyone works together towards common goals—all underpinned by supportive leadership dedicated to helping every team member thrive.
What's Next
If you are ready to take the next step in your finance career by supporting two iconic brands through their Australian and European journey—while enjoying genuine professional support—this is your moment!
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Marco Boscaini on +61 3 8628 2275 for a confidential discussion.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Management Accountant to join a thriving retail group supporting two beloved brands as they expand across Australia and Europe. This position is based in Melbourne CBD and offers the chance to play a pivotal role in integrating financial practices, streamlining processes, and delivering insightful reporting and analysis. With a focus on both established and emerging markets, you will be instrumental in ensuring financial integrity, supporting business growth, and collaborating with a diverse team of professionals. If you are passionate about finance, enjoy working closely with stakeholders, and thrive in an environment where your expertise directly influences business outcomes, this is the perfect next step in your career.
- Be at the heart of European expansion for two well-known retail brands, supporting their financial operations and growth strategies through expert analysis and collaboration.
- Enjoy flexible working arrangements with a three-day-per-week schedule, enabling you to balance professional ambitions with personal commitments while contributing meaningfully to the business.
- Work alongside knowledgeable colleagues in a supportive environment that values your input, encourages cross-functional learning, and recognises your commitment to delivering best-in-class results.
As a Management Accountant, you will immerse yourself in the financial operations of two dynamic retail brands as they continue their journey of growth throughout Europe. Your day-to-day responsibilities will see you engaging deeply with cost control measures—reviewing expenses at both state and divisional levels—and producing regular labour reports that inform operational decisions. You will be responsible for preparing accurate budgets and projections that reflect each brand’s strategic direction while also conducting rigorous variance analyses to provide actionable insights. Balance sheet reconciliations will form a core part of your remit; you’ll work closely with both internal teams and external partners to ensure all accounts are meticulously maintained. In addition to managing royalty payments and licensing reconciliations on a global scale, you’ll champion process improvements by streamlining procedures across both brands. Your collaborative approach will foster strong relationships within the finance team as well as with broader business stakeholders. Success in this role means not only delivering robust financial reporting but also actively contributing to the integration of best practices as one brand enters new markets.
- Conduct comprehensive month-end reviews of state and divisional cost centres across Europe to ensure accuracy and integrity in journals and accounting treatment of transactions.
- Oversee monthly store expense reviews for European operations, maintaining high standards of financial accuracy and transparency.
- Produce detailed weekly labour reports for all European brands and markets, providing valuable insights into workforce costs.
- Prepare clear summaries of financial results and engage regularly with key support teams and cost centre owners to discuss performance against budgets and projections.
- Deliver thorough variance analysis on key costs, documenting findings and correlating them with brand activities to inform strategic decisions.
- Assist in preparing budgets and projections that align with brand strategies, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and timely delivery of financial information.
- Review monthly, seasonal, and annual projections by confirming assumptions, challenging inconsistencies, and ensuring alignment with overall brand plans.
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for European businesses, discussing findings with support teams to maintain accuracy and address queries promptly.
- Manage royalty and licensing reconciliations globally for both brands, coordinating quarterly reporting, payment processing, and standardising best practice procedures.
- Drive efficiency improvements by consolidating activities between brands, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure adequate coverage during team absences.
To excel as an Management Accountant, you will bring positions where you have supported multiple stakeholders. Your background will include hands-on involvement in month-end processes such as reviewing cost centres and store expenses for accuracy. You will have demonstrated success preparing detailed budgets and forecasts that support strategic objectives while maintaining rigorous standards for data integrity. Your technical proficiency extends to balance sheet reconciliations involving complex entities operating across borders. Experience handling royalty management tasks—including global licensing reconciliations—is highly valued. Beyond technical skills, your interpersonal abilities set you apart: you communicate clearly with stakeholders at every level; collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams; share knowledge openly; act responsibly; uphold ethical standards; respond sensitively to feedback; nurture positive relationships; support colleagues during periods of change or absence; remain calm under pressure; seek opportunities for improvement; deliver cost-efficient outcomes; always keep customer needs front-of-mind; adapt flexibly as priorities evolve; contribute positively towards shared goals.
- Demonstrated experience in financial analysis within a multi-brand or multi-market environment, ideally within retail or consumer goods sectors.
- Proven ability to conduct detailed month-end reviews of cost centres and store expenses with exceptional attention to accuracy and integrity.
- Strong skills in preparing comprehensive budgets, forecasts, and projections that align with organisational strategies while ensuring consistency across multiple business units.
- Expertise in performing balance sheet reconciliations for complex business structures operating internationally.
- Experience managing royalty payments and licensing reconciliations on a global scale, including coordination of quarterly reporting cycles.
- Excellent communication skills enabling effective engagement with key stakeholders at all levels—including finance managers, general managers, business partners, and cross-functional teams.
- A collaborative mindset that thrives on building positive relationships across departments while sharing knowledge generously within the team.
- A customer-focused approach that ensures all actions are aligned with delivering value for end users—both internal stakeholders and external customers alike.
- Commitment to acting with integrity by upholding company policies, promoting fairness, addressing risks promptly, and fostering an inclusive workplace culture.
- A proactive attitude towards achieving results through continuous improvement initiatives aimed at maximising value without compromising quality.
This organisation stands out as an employer due to its unwavering commitment to employee wellbeing combined with its ambitious vision for growth across international markets. By joining this team, you become part of an inclusive community where collaboration is celebrated—your contributions are recognised not just by immediate colleagues but also by leaders who value open communication and shared success. The company fosters an environment where knowledge is freely exchanged among experienced professionals who are eager to support your development. Flexible working arrangements allow you to achieve meaningful work-life balance while still making a tangible impact on high-profile projects. As the business continues expanding its footprint throughout Europe—launching new stores while leveraging established market expertise—you will have unique opportunities for professional growth alongside some of the most knowledgeable minds in retail finance. Here you can expect ongoing training opportunities tailored to your interests as well as generous pension contributions that reflect the company’s long-term investment in its people. Above all else, this is a place where your voice matters: ideas are welcomed; achievements are celebrated; diversity is embraced; everyone works together towards common goals—all underpinned by supportive leadership dedicated to helping every team member thrive.
What's Next
If you are ready to take the next step in your finance career by supporting two iconic brands through their Australian and European journey—while enjoying genuine professional support—this is your moment!
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Marco Boscaini on +61 3 8628 2275 for a confidential discussion.
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