National Pharmacies Hiring for Financial Accountant Job at Adelaide Full Time

• CPA, CA or equivalent degree
• JDE or ERP System Experience
• CBD location

About Us

Since 1911, National Pharmacies has been caring for the community providing access and value for our members in the dispensing of quality medications, optical and beauty ranges and the provision of health services. With our roots firmly planted in South Australia we have expanded into the eastern states of Australia and celebrate approximately 230,000 members across our 46 community pharmacies and 20 optical outlets.

We give back to the communities in which we operate through a number of sponsorship and support programs. We are the faces behind the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant, where we get to walk arm in arm with our valued members; support junior sport programs with our involvement with the National Pharmacies SANFL juniors and a number of local sports sponsorships; support KickStart for Kids with various fundraising drives, and most recently the 20/20 project providing free glasses for members children aged 12 years and under.

Our organisation is underpinned by our values of care, communicate, collaborate and celebrate.

About The Role

An opportunity has become available for a motivated individual to join this highly recognised, respected and successful business. The role will enable you to fully utilise your current skills, and you will be given the chance to enhance and broaden your capability and learn more about the functioning of a retail business. Reporting to the Finance Operations Manager, the role operates within the Finance Team and is conveniently located in the Adelaide CBD.

The role is strongly focused on month end processes, key variance analysis and reporting. As a key member of the Finance team you will be expected to drive improvements in effectiveness and efficiencies in our ERP system and associated financial processes.

Whilst the role is positioned in the Finance team, there will be extensive cross functional work with other key stakeholders across all levels in the organisation, including such teams as the merchandise buying team, procurement team and distribution centre, as well as engagement with external partners.

You will be heavily involved in the year end process, including statutory reporting and audit engagement. You will be accountable for delivering BAS/FBT/CGT, working closely with external partners to calculate required monthly, quarterly and annual submissions

What we are looking for:

Essential Criteria

• CPA, CA or equivalent accounting degree qualification
• A minimum of 2 years JDE or similar ERP system user experience
• At least 3 years experience in a similar role
• Experience in BAS/FBT, and all aspects of month end processing and reconciliations including fixed assets, CTG and tax accounting
• Proven attention to detail, and a focus on ensuring integrity and accuracy
• An ability to engage and collaborate with a range of stakeholders within and outside of the organisation
• A history of self enhancement and improvement through proactive learning
• Strong financial modelling skills

Desirable Criteria

• Retail industry experience

You will have drive, enthusiasm and a desire to deliver to high standards and be able to demonstrate strong time management and prioritisation skills and an ability to adapt in a dynamic retail environment. The successful candidate will live our values and have energy and determination to succeed.

What’s in it for you

This is a unique opportunity to build a career in an organisation that will support your ongoing professional development and offers career progression and comprehensive training.

• Work for an iconic SA organisation
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to further develop your career
• Corporate Health Fund
• Delight SA’s community by participating in the National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant

How to Apply…

Please complete the requested work history & education information on the application page, upload your resume and include any certificates in the education section.

If you are a passionate person who realises the tremendous opportunity that this role offers and want to utilise your skills and passion in the healthcare industry, we want to hear from you!

Apply Now!

No agencies please

Please note:

In SA/VIC public health laws exist which require anyone who works in our pharmacies and optical stores to be fully vaccinated with three doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine or hold an approved medical exemption. It is therefore a condition of employment that applicants be fully vaccinated and show evidence of being fully vaccinated, or alternatively show evidence of an approved medical exemption. If your application for employment is successful, your employment will be conditional on you providing the requisite evidence.