Corporate Accountant at JR Simplot Company

Mentone, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounting, Financial Reporting, Process Improvement, Stakeholder Management, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Excel, Microsoft Office, ERP Systems, SAP, JD Edwards, Axiom, PowerBI, Communication, Collaboration, Detail-Oriented

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

In Australia, the J.R. Simplot Company's core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to major retail and foodservice customers in Australia and New Zealand. The Simplot Global Food business includes 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, serving retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, with 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Globally, the J.R. Simplot Company employs 15,000 people, driving innovation and excellence across diverse industries. Within the Australian market, we are a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, focussed on creating meals that maximises value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Aussie life for generations, and include Leggo's, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko. Culture and Benefits At Simplot, we are fuelled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values: Respect for Resources Spirit of Innovation Passion for People We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members. Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities. The Perks Recognized CPA Employer with structured learning & development programs Bonus incentives and discounted health insurance Flexible work options plus health & wellbeing programs Employee reward & recognition initiatives Sensory Club: taste new product launches and join culinary sessions Novated car leasing and income protection insurance Option to purchase extra annual leave Simplot values the creativity and meaningful relationships that grow through face-to-face connection while also recognising the importance of flexibility for our team members. Our hybrid work environment includes four days in the office, with Wednesdays as our dedicated ‘Connect Day' bringing everyone together to strengthen our successful culture of innovation and collaboration. About Our Role Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking to broaden your impact across both local and global operations? Join our dynamic Controllership team as a Corporate Accountant, where you’ll play a key role in delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, supporting system transformation, and partnering with stakeholders across the business. This role offers exposure to high-impact projects, including the implementation of SAP, and provides opportunities to develop within the team or springboard into broader finance career pathways within a highly successful and respected organisation. As a recognized CPA Employer, we offer structured learning and development programs and active benefits to help you grow. What You Will Do You’ll be part of a collaborative team focused on accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement. Success in this role means delivering reliable financial reporting, driving process enhancements, and building strong stakeholder relationships. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Coordinate month-end close, reporting, and analysis for APAC Partner with corporate departments for forecasting and fixed asset reporting Ensure General Ledger data integrity and respond to ad-hoc queries across multiple systems Identify opportunities and support the implementation of process and system improvements, including ad-hoc projects About You You’ll thrive in this role if you have: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA qualified or progressing 2–3 years’ accounting experience, including fixed assets and tax compliance Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Familiarity with ERP and reporting tools (SAP, JD Edwards, Axiom, PowerBI) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams An adaptable, detail-focused mindset with a passion for accuracy Shape Your Future with Us Advance your finance career with global exposure and real growth opportunities. Apply today! Applications close Sunday 30th November 2025. Simplot reserves the right to commence recruiting activity prior to closing date. #LI-MN1 #Li-Hybrid Job Requisition ID: 24187 Travel Required: Less than 10% Location(s): GF Chifley Business Park Office - Melbourne Country: Australia Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. If you feel you would be a great addition to our team please apply online today, we would love to hear from you. If you require technical assistance, please email us at careers.contact@simplot.com

Responsibilities

The Corporate Accountant will coordinate month-end close, reporting, and analysis for APAC, ensuring General Ledger data integrity and responding to ad-hoc queries. The role also involves partnering with corporate departments for forecasting and fixed asset reporting while identifying opportunities for process and system improvements.