Assistant Accountant

at  Metcash

JOINING THE METCASH FAMILY

At Metcash, you’re part of something bigger. You have all the perks of a small business heart, without missing out on the big business support.
Being part of something bigger means you’re part of a strong purpose, where the work you do makes a big difference to independent business and local communities. It opens a sea of opportunities to develop yourself, grow your career, thrive your way and make your mark. And you’ll be part of our high performing team, where you reap the rewards of our collective success now and into the future.

ABOUT US

Metcash is Australia’s leading wholesale distribution company, with revenue 1 exceeding $18 billion in FY23. We’re also an ASX top 100 listed company.
We believe that it is absolutely vital to Australia that there is a sustainable, independent, family-owned business sector. Independent retailers support their local communities. We help them to be the ‘Best Store in Their Town’ by providing merchandising, operational and marketing support across our food, liquor and hardware pillars.
We’re dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Joining our team means becoming part of something bigger, a company that actively promotes diversity, champions charitable causes, and supports environmental efforts. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including First Nations. If you have any specific support or access needs, please don’t hesitate to inform us when you apply. Rest assured; your personal information will be handled with the utmost confidentiality in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

• Preparation of timely monthly and quarterly reporting for the Food - Commercial business.
• Accurate preparation of monthly journals and balance sheet reconciliations in line with Metcash reporting timelines
• Assist one of the Food - Commercial Managers with external auditors during half-year review and full-year audit.
• Improvement to existing processes including the streamlining of reporting in line with pillar requirements
• Ad-hoc project work as required

You’re Likely a Match If

• At least 2 years work experience (does not have to be in finance)
• Graduate degree in accounting or similar
• CPA / CA qualified or looking to complete either post graduate course
• Previous experience working with SAP, TM1, Power Enterprise, Power Query and PowerPivot would be an advantage
• Good attitude who is keen to learn