Company Accountant - Toowoomba, Australia - McGregor Gourlay

Description

McGregor Gourlay Agricultural Services is one of the most dynamic privately owned rural services companies in Australia, employing over 150 staff across 17 branches located across North West NSW, the NSW Northern Rivers, the Darling Downs and the South West QLD Border Regions serving the townships and surrounding areas.

We offer a highly customer focused approach with our team working closely with our clients, whilst partnering with leading service providers. We offer a wide range of services to our customers and specialising in chemical, fertiliser, seed, agronomy services, rural merchandise, livestock, property, and water equipment, to ensure customers have what they need, when they need it.

With a history of over 125 years of service, the McGregor Gourlay Agricultural Services team is at the forefront of agriculture, with an outstanding level of experience across a wide range of cropping environments, to assist our customers pioneer production into new areas across the region and maximise the potential of their cropping and livestock operations.

Job Description

As the Company Accountant at McGregor Gourlay, you will play a pivotal role in the Head Office team through supporting the Chief Financial Officer and wider business network. Based at either our Moree or Toowoomba premises, this permanent, full-time position within the Accounting & Finance team offers an exciting opportunity for a professional with strong financial acumen and analytical skills. Key responsibilities and tasks include:

• Supporting the CFO in managing and overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the company.
• Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and forecasts.
• Key involvement in developing and implementing internal controls to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Conducting thorough analysis of financial data to support strategic decision-making.
• Participating in budget planning and monitoring to support effective resource allocation.
• Supporting the CFO in providing financial insights and recommendations to senior management based on comprehensive analysis.
• Provide assistance with half and full year end reporting, budgeting, board reporting and audits.
• Collaborating with external auditors to facilitate annual audits.
• Ensuring compliance with tax regulations and coordinating tax filing processes.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records using accounting software.
• Manage the accounts payable and accounts receivable teams.
• Key involvement in any financial related correspondence and other ad hoc questions relating to the operations of the business.

The ideal candidate will possess a professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent, along with proven experience in a similar role. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team are essential for success in this role. If you are ready to contribute your expertise to a dynamic agricultural retail business while advancing your career in finance to a potential CFO role, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity as Company Accountant at McGregor Gourlay.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Preferably hold a professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Demonstrable experience in a similar role within the accounting and finance sector
• Thorough understanding of financial principles and regulations
• Proficiency in using accounting software and MS Office, particularly Excel
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Aptitude for multitasking and meeting deadlines consistently

To be considered for this position please apply via the apply button below or for further information contact Amy Carrigan on or at