Financial Accountant – Manufacturing / Industrial Sector

📍 Noble Park, Melbourne VIC
💼 Accounting – Financial Accounting & Reporting
🕒 Full-time | Salary: $90,000 – $110,000 + Super
🔧 Manufacturing | Growth Business | Autonomy + Development

Be part of something bigger. Join a growing manufacturing business that’s committed to delivering high-performance building products across Australia and New Zealand.

FMI Building Innovation is seeking an experienced and driven Financial Accountant to join our Glass Division in Noble Park, Victoria. This is a key role where you’ll work closely with our Head of Glass – Victoria and Head of Finance – Australasia to maintain financial integrity, manage compliance, and provide insights to support commercial decisions across the business.

What’s in it for you

• 💰 Competitive salary ($90k–$110k + Super) based on experience
• 🏗 Join a market leader in sustainable, high-performance building systems
• 🌏 Exposure to a trans-Tasman finance team and group-level reporting
• 🧩 Autonomy, impact, and variety in your day-to-day
• 🚀 Strong career development opportunities within a fast-evolving business

About the Role

You’ll take ownership of the finance function in our Glass – Victoria division, with responsibilities spanning month-end close, financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and overseeing AR/AP. You’ll also lead a small finance team member (Accounts Receivable Officer) and support the broader operations and leadership teams with timely, accurate financial advice.

Key Responsibilities

• Own month-end reporting including journals, balance sheet recs & management reports
• Submit BAS, WorkCover, FBT, and other compliance reporting
• Manage cash flow: daily reconciliations, forecasting & payments
• Oversee and review AR/AP processes (hands-on when needed)
• Support budgeting, reforecasting, and variance analysis
• Ensure accurate, compliant financial records and internal controls
• Lead and mentor the ARO and engage cross-functionally with other stakeholders

What You’ll Bring

• 3+ years' experience in a Financial or Management Accountant role (preferably in manufacturing, industrial, or construction sectors)
• Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce
• CPA or CA qualified (or working towards)
• Strong understanding of Australian financial compliance and tax obligations
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting systems
• High attention to detail, solid analytical skills, and business acumen
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset

Nice to Have

• Experience working in a group structure or multi-entity environment
• Familiarity with ERP systems or SPIL-based platforms
• A process improvement mindset and confidence working with operational teams

Apply Now

If you're a capable and hands-on accountant looking to make an impact in a dynamic business – we’d love to hear from you.

You must be eligible to work in Australia.

Please no agency CV’s.