Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant Sydney, NSW

A Career-Defining Opportunity at P&J Harris & Sons

Are you a highly driven Senior Accountant ready for a role with a difference? This is a unique opportunity to join a small but rapidly growing finance team, where your work will have a direct impact on a leading agribusiness. We're looking for a professional who is eager to step up and gain unparalleled exposure by assisting at the highest levels of the business.

About the Company

P&J Harris & Sons is an industry-leading, family-owned agribusiness undergoing a period of exciting transformation. With a strong national presence and deep roots in Australia’s agricultural sector, they are at the forefront of modernising operations, optimising efficiencies, and setting new benchmarks in the industry. Their vertically integrated business spans cotton, beef, lamb, wool, and grain production, supported by state-of-the-art processing facilities that deliver premium products to both domestic and international markets. As they invest in cutting-edge technology, best-in-class financial systems, and a progressive leadership approach, they are looking for top talent to be part of their journey to elevate the business to new heights.

Role Description

This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled Senior Accountant to join the finance team of this dynamic agribusiness. In a structure designed for rapid learning and growth, you'll report directly to both the CFO and Financial Controller. This is a truly hands-on role where you will take ownership of core financial processes while also preparing crucial analysis and insights for senior leadership. You’ll play a vital role in modernising financial operations, driving process improvements, and ensuring the company's long-term success.

This is a permanent, full-time position located in Sydney. You'll join a supportive team that values work-life balance and offers significant professional growth opportunities as the business continues to expand.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage month-end reporting including journals, reconciliations, and analysis for both entity and group levels.
• Ensure compliance with Australian Accounting Standards, taxation, and internal policies.
• Oversee tax compliance by preparing statutory returns, including BAS, GST, FBT, and payroll tax.
• Liaise with external stakeholders such as auditors, tax advisors, and other key partners.
• Handle operational finance, including tracking livestock and commodity movements, and reviewing cost allocations by enterprise.
• Reconcile key accounts, including inter-entity loans, fixed assets, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Assist with cash flow forecasting and liquidity management for the Financial Controller and CFO.
• Prepare and monitor budgets and forecasts, and conduct detailed variance analysis for management.
• Contribute to board reporting by preparing and collating financial information.
• Oversee AP/AR processes, ensuring high data integrity and alignment with the chart of accounts.
• Drive process improvements by developing and documenting enhancements to financial systems.
• Provide training and mentorship to finance staff on best practices.

Qualifications & Skills

• CA/CPA qualification (essential).
• Experience in agriculture, food & beverage, wholesale, manufacturing, or a similar product-based/private company environment is highly regarded.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience in both financial and management accounting.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and financial modelling.
• Knowledge about Xero, Approval Max.
• Strong technical knowledge of Australian accounting standards and tax compliance requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to train and support others.

What’s on Offer?

• A hands-on role with real impact, contributing directly to a significant business transformation.
• The opportunity to modernise financial operations and drive process improvements.
• A company that values innovation, efficiency, and high performance.
• A supportive, family-owned business culture with a clear pathway for professional growth.
• A competitive remuneration package and long-term career progression opportunities.

Your next step

If you are a driven and experienced Senior Accountant ready to make a real difference and shape the financial future of a thriving agribusiness, we want to hear from you.

Apply now or enquire in confidence by contacting Sam Kitchen at sam.kitchen@randstad.com.au

(Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident with unrestricted Australian working rights.)

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.