Financial Accountant

Role overview

United Exports is hiring a focused and proactive Financial Accountant to join its Finance team in Perth. This role goes beyond standard reporting work: it involves close collaboration with operations, contributing to business decisions, and supporting a growing, purpose-driven organisation with a strong footprint across Western Australia.

The position suits someone who enjoys a practical, fast-paced setting where priorities shift often and the work blends technical accounting with broader commercial exposure.

Key performance areas

• Produce financial statements on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis.
• Keep the general ledger accurate by reviewing and approving journal entries.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and track stock movements across multiple sites.
• Make sure inventory and budget-related adjustments are recorded correctly.
• Check general ledger allocations and determine whether provisions or accruals are required.
• Maintain the fixed asset register and process monthly depreciation runs.
• Work with farm teams on-site to verify stock counts.
• Prepare dashboard-style reports and support Treasury with cash flow analysis.
• Assist with BAS, ATO submissions, and external audit activities.
• Look into unresolved purchase orders and system mismatches.
• Review and authorise creditor payments before release.
• Handle foreign currency transactions and related balance checks.

Qualifications and experience

• A bachelor’s qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related discipline is required.
• CA or CPA accreditation is preferred, or you may be actively working toward one.
• At least 3 years of experience in financial accounting or a similar position is needed.
• A current Australian driver’s licence is required.
• You must be open to travelling to farm locations across Western Australia for day trips.
• The role is split between the Perth office and on-site work at farms within reasonable day-travel distance.

Technical strengths

• Solid knowledge of financial reporting, compliance obligations, and core accounting principles.
• Advanced Excel capability and practical experience using ERP platforms; NetSuite experience is an advantage.
• Comfort working across complex, multi-location environments; experience in agribusiness is beneficial.
• Strong precision and analytical thinking.

Ways of working

• You communicate effectively and build productive relationships across teams.
• You take accountability, stay well organised, and meet deadlines reliably.
• You act with integrity, professionalism, and good judgement.
• You are self-motivated and comfortable in a changing, dynamic environment.

Why this role may appeal

• Contribute to a business with meaningful impact in a growing sector.
• Work closely with operations and see the practical results of your work.
• Gain exposure across several sites while building both technical and commercial capability.
• Join a collaborative team culture that values accountability, partnership, and ongoing improvement.
• Enjoy a role with variety, autonomy, and real responsibility.

Eligibility

Only Australian residents with full working rights will be considered.