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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 the Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity to join Metcash as a Corporate Accountant. In this role, you will assist the Corporate Finance team operations, including monthly, weekly tasks and ad-hoc projects
In this Role
Financial management of Corporate Functions teams – including partnering with cost centre owners in their analysis, reporting, budgeting and forecasting of their monthly performance.
Maintenance, management and coordination Fixed Asset Register
Assistance with the completion of month-end reporting.
Complete full month end process – journal, Corporate trial balance reviews
Assistance on taxation computation matters; including FBT and Corporate taxation.
Assistance with Monthly Board Pack preparation
Identify, design and implement process improvements – including the design and review of GL account reconciliations.
Review of group weekly sales report
Completion of ad-hoc projects as requested.
Staff coordination and monitoring of off-shore resources
Liaise with internal and external auditors, providing assistance when requested.
You’re Likely a Match If
CA or CPA qualification (or nearing completion)
Good written communication skills
Advanced knowledge of Excel and intermediate knowledge of other MS Office applications.
Experience in a corporate environment and/or within FMCG industry will be considered an advantage.
Experience with D365a, PowerBI, TM1 knowledge or other large accounting systems will also be highly regarded
Life at Metcash
Experience a supportive and flexible work environment. We are a FlexReady accredited workplace!
Enjoy a 5th week of annual leave every year after your first year.
Benefit from 2 well-being days and 1 volunteer day annually.
An abundance of learning, development, and career growth opportunities.
12 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave for primary carers.
Proudly awarded “Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion”.
Recognised as 45th in the global "Equileap Top 100" for initiatives on gender equity.
️A neutral gender pay gap of under 5% as published by WGEA 2026- 2026
Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia.
Incredible value discounts and perks through our team member app, “Our Local”.
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.
Join us and be part of something bigger!
#LI-KS1
#INGF
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 the Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity to join Metcash as a Corporate Accountant. In this role, you will assist the Corporate Finance team operations, including monthly, weekly tasks and ad-hoc projects
In this Role
Financial management of Corporate Functions teams – including partnering with cost centre owners in their analysis, reporting, budgeting and forecasting of their monthly performance.
Maintenance, management and coordination Fixed Asset Register
Assistance with the completion of month-end reporting.
Complete full month end process – journal, Corporate trial balance reviews
Assistance on taxation computation matters; including FBT and Corporate taxation.
Assistance with Monthly Board Pack preparation
Identify, design and implement process improvements – including the design and review of GL account reconciliations.
Review of group weekly sales report
Completion of ad-hoc projects as requested.
Staff coordination and monitoring of off-shore resources
Liaise with internal and external auditors, providing assistance when requested.
You’re Likely a Match If
CA or CPA qualification (or nearing completion)
Good written communication skills
Advanced knowledge of Excel and intermediate knowledge of other MS Office applications.
Experience in a corporate environment and/or within FMCG industry will be considered an advantage.
Experience with D365a, PowerBI, TM1 knowledge or other large accounting systems will also be highly regarded
Life at Metcash
Experience a supportive and flexible work environment. We are a FlexReady accredited workplace!
Enjoy a 5th week of annual leave every year after your first year.
Benefit from 2 well-being days and 1 volunteer day annually.
An abundance of learning, development, and career growth opportunities.
12 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave for primary carers.
Proudly awarded “Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion”.
Recognised as 45th in the global "Equileap Top 100" for initiatives on gender equity.
️A neutral gender pay gap of under 5% as published by WGEA 2026- 2026
Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia.
Incredible value discounts and perks through our team member app, “Our Local”.
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.
Join us and be part of something bigger!
#LI-KS1
#INGF
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Accountant position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.