Spotlight Retail Group (SRG) offers an exciting opportunity for a Financial Accountant to join one of Australia’s leading retailers, with iconic brands, in the high performing Financial Accounting team with profit share, hybrid working, discounts and more all on offer.

WHO WE ARE

Spotlight Group Holdings (SGH) is a privately held $3bn+ Australian parent company which controls, operates and invests in a diverse set of businesses and assets.
SGH is one of Australia’s largest privately-owned and operated family business, comprising of the Spotlight Retail Group (SRG), the Spotlight Property Group, Spotlight Group Investments, Spotlight Direct Investments and the Spotlight Charitable Foundation.
Comprising of the long term existing iconic brands in Spotlight, Anaconda and Harris Scarfe, SRG is acknowledged as market leaders within the Australian retail space.

MUST HAVE STRONG FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING KNOWLEDGE, INCLUDING MONTH-END CLOSE WITH AT LEAST 3+ YEARS OF RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Training within an Audit role (Big 4 or Mid-Tier) will be favourable but not essential
Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in accounting software (SAP preferred)
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities
A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a passion for retail
Team orientated and with willingness to initiate continuous improvement
Proactive and capable of investigating anomalies as they arise

As a Financial Accountant at Spotlight Retail Group, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of our financial reporting. Your responsibilities will include:
Driving Month-End Close: Overseeing the timely and efficient completion of month-end close processes.
Maintaining Financial Integrity: Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the chart of accounts and trial balance through the preparation of monthly and ad-hoc general journals.
Reconciling Financial Positions: Preparing and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies.
Delivering Financial Insights: Preparing insightful month-end close reports to inform strategic decision-making.
Collaborating with Auditors: Liaising with external auditors to facilitate smooth audits and ensure compliance.
Driving Process Improvement: Identifying opportunities to streamline financial processes and increase efficiency.
Supporting Strategic Initiatives: Contributing to ad-hoc projects and initiatives that support the company’s growth and financial goals.