Assistant Financial Accountant - Warehouse, Logistics and Stock
- Prepare and deliver analysis on major supply chain costs.
- Post month-end journal accrual entries for warehouse and logistics.
- Contribute to projects that enhance supply chain reporting and financial controls.
- Iconic Australian Owned Retail Brand
- Must have at least 1 to 2 years of hands-on experience in inventory or supply chain finance
- Hybrid role with work flexibility, profit share scheme and discounts!
Reporting to the Finance Business Partner – Supply Chain/Stock Integrity within Financial Operations, you will play a key role in ensuring the integrity, analysis, and reporting of supply chain financials—focusing on warehouse, freight, and stock integrity accounting.
What you'll do
- Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and deliver analysis on major supply chain costs (labour, rent, handling, domestic/international freight), support monthly/quarterly reporting, drive cost transparency across channels/stores, and reconcile overseas freight clearing accounts.
- Month-End Accounting: Post month-end journal accrual entries for warehouse and logistics, and support stocktake processes including inventory provision maintenance for store shrink.
- Stock Integrity: Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) on stock integrity, assisting the broader Finance Operations team with queries.
- Continuous Improvement: Contribute to projects that enhance supply chain reporting, cost allocation methodologies, and financial controls.
What you'll bring
- 1–2 years of experience in finance, inventory accounting, or supply chain operations.
- Strong Excel skills (financial modelling and data analysis).
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
- Solid understanding of inventory accounting principles, accrual accounting, reconciliations, and financial controls.
- Unrestricted working rights in Australia.
Why Spotlight Retail Group?
Join a company that values its employees and offers a supportive and inclusive culture.
We provide opportunities for professional development and career progression, as well as competitive remuneration and benefits. Be part of a team that is passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences and driving business growth.
What We Can Offer You
- Flexibility: True hybrid working model in a modern South Melbourne office (steps from the South Melbourne Market).
- Rewards: Highly competitive base salary + super + profit-share eligibility.
- Perks: Generous team discounts across all our iconic brands—Spotlight, Anaconda, Mountain Designs, and Harris Scarfe—plus gym discounts and EAP support.
- Growth: Exposure across a diverse, market-leading retail portfolio with a clear trajectory for career progression.
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, 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.
To apply, please complete our online application form and submit an up-to-date resume and cover letter.
You must have unrestricted working rights in Australia to be considered for this position
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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