Company Accountant

Job description

Your new company

Hays Senior Finance & Accounting is proud to be partnering with KAUP Australia in the appointment of a Company Accountant. Part of the globally recognised KAUP Group, this German-owned engineering and materials handling organisation combines multinational backing with the agility of a local SME. Reporting directly to the Australian Managing Director, this role offers the opportunity to lead the finance function across Australia and New Zealand while partnering with international stakeholders and contributing to ongoing finance transformation initiatives.


Your new role

This is a hands-on position suited to a commercially minded accountant who enjoys operating across both strategic and operational finance.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Monthly management accounts and financial reporting
  • Budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management
  • General ledger management and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Month-end reporting and financial analysis
  • Project accounting, job costing and inventory reporting
  • Payroll oversight and statutory compliance
  • BAS, Payroll Tax and Workers Compensation lodgements
  • Capex reporting and expenditure analysis
  • Oversight of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
  • Support ERP improvements and future SAP initiatives
  • Business partnering with operational stakeholders


What you'll need to succeed

  • CA, CPA or equivalent qualification
  • Previous experience in a Company Accountant, Finance Manager or Management Accountant role
  • Strong financial reporting and management accounting capabilities
  • Experience within manufacturing, engineering, industrial, logistics, construction or similar environments
  • Experience with project accounting, inventory and job costing
  • Exposure to ERP systems and process improvement initiatives
  • SAP experience highly regarded
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Hands-on, proactive and commercially focused approach


What you'll get in return

  • Senior finance leadership opportunity within a global organisation
  • Ownership of the finance function across Australia
  • Exposure to international stakeholders and business transformation initiatives
  • Broad role covering operational, commercial and strategic finance
  • Stable business with strong employee retention and supportive culture
  • Career development opportunities and flexibility following onboarding
  • Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing business


What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to or call Amy McCusker at HAYS Senior Finance on 0732433078.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.



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Job Summary

  • Published on: 10 Jul, 2026
  • Category: Senior Finance
  • Vacancy: 1
  • Job type: Full Time
  • Salary:
  • Location: QLD - North Brisbane
  • Job Nature: Full Time

Company Details

  • Name: Hays
  • Location: QLD - North Brisbane