Financial Accountant | Melbourne Head Office

Job Description

At Munro Footwear Group (MFG) we are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Financial Accountant to join our Finance team and take ownership of core financial processes that support business decision-making and ensure compliance.

Reporting to the Senior Financial Accountant, this role plays a key part in delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting audit and tax obligations, and partnering with key departments across the business.

More about the role

• Manage an accurate and timely month-end, processing all required General Ledger entries, Balance Sheet reconciliations and providing clear, timely financial reporting
• Partner with teams across Wholesale, Marketing, and Supply Chain to ensure correct accruals
• Analyse monthly and annual financial results, summarising key movements and variances for stakeholders and regulators
• Support year-end statutory reporting and external audits, including the preparation of audit schedules and responding to auditor requests
• Work with the Commercial team to monitor budgets and forecasts across business cost centres
• Maintain robust internal controls, mitigate financial risks, and ensure compliance with company policies
• Assist with other finance-related tasks and projects as needed

About you

• Strong understanding of financial accounting principles and reporting requirements
• Experience within the financial reporting or auditing space
• Excellent reconciliation and variance analysis skills
• Confidence working cross-functionally to drive accuracy and financial insights
• Experience with lease accounting systems – Preferred
• A collaborative and solutions focused approach with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

About us

With more than 290+ stores and 2500+ employees nationally and a brand-new state-of-the-art distribution centre, we are Australia's leading retailer and wholesaler of fashion and comfort footwear, owning and operating some of Australia's most iconic brands including Bobux, The Trybe, Midas, Mollini, Cinori, Mathers, Williams, Diana Ferrari, and Australia's largest online footwear retailer, Styletread!

As a family-owned company, at Munro Footwear Group (MFG) we value our team, our loyal customers, and our dedicated suppliers. We work hard to play hard, we celebrate each other, and we believe every Team Member is an essential part of our ongoing success.

What we offer

• Generous employee discount for you and your immediate family!
• An extra 4 days a year of ‘Life Leave'
• Flexible paid Parental Leave
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) you'll have access to professional

Please note: This role requires you to work onsite in our Abbotsford Support Office 4 days per week. 

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to take the next step in their finance career. Apply today!