Our goal is to be Distinctive, Authentic and Connected in everything we do and to create the Ultimate Customer Experience with everyone we meet!

Due to the continuous success and growth of our team, we have a unique and exciting full time opportunity for a highly passionate, proactive and motivated individual to join our Brighton Support Office team as a Financial Accountant. 

Who Are We?

Retail Prodigy Group are the master retail franchise partner for NIKE Stores across Australia and New Zealand and the Retail Operations Partner for Samsung Stores across Australia and Direct to Consumer Online Retail Partner for Mattel in Australia and New Zealand. With an extensive portfolio of Retail stores, we are a team of talented and passionate retailers, committed to setting a new benchmark in retail.

About the role: 

Reporting to the Head of Finance, as our Financial Accountant you will be responsible for maintaining and providing accurate and timely financial reporting for the Samsung Stores and Mattel online businesses to various stakeholders, and supporting strategic decision making.

Your key responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Preparing the month end result for Samsung and Mattel including accruals, journal processing, expense analysis and reporting
• Preparation of general ledger reconciliations and supporting schedules
• Updating the cash flow forecast
• Supporting Budget and Forecasting Processes
• Various Accounts Receivable duties
• Maintenance of Bank Guarantees, Insurance requirements, new store opening requirements
• Supporting year end audit process
• Bank reconciliations, e.g. follow-up and management of banking issues, shortfalls with stores and other stakeholders
• Rebates calculations and reconciliations
• Samsung BAS calculation
• Proactively work with the support team to achieve common goals.

About you: 

• Bachelor of Accounting (or equivalent) preferred
• Previous experience in the retail industry preferred but not essential
• Part-qualified CA / CPA
• Demonstrated industry accounting/bookkeeping experience preferred
• Good understanding and experience using MS Excel
• Excellent communication, attention to detail and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisational skills with ability to multi-task/prioritise daily work
• Self-motivator with strong work ethic and ability to work within set deadlines
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks on a day-to-day basis and prioritise workload accordingly

What’s in it for you?

You will be a part of an inclusive team with a People & Customer First culture, exciting career opportunities and receive excellent employee benefits!

• WFH/WFO hybrid working model – requirement is to work in the Brighton Support Office 4 days each week. Thursday can be a work from home day. 
• Birthday leave - a paid day off to celebrate.
• Recognition of performance and contribution with Monthly MVP awards - access to MVP vouchers to purchase store products!
• Ongoing Training & Development to support your growth in the business and your career.
• Opportunity to attend RPG's Annual Conference for Store Managers and our Support team.
• An opportunity to work with a team and business that has very well-defined Purpose, Blueprint and Values. 
• Access to THRIVE our Workplace Wellbeing and Mental Health program, including a range of holistic wellbeing and EAP support services.
• Paid Bonuses for referring Top Talent to the RPG business. 

Residency Note: To be eligible to apply for this role, you must be an Australian or NZ citizen or have an appropriate visa to live and work in Australia. Further information can be obtained from the Australian Department of Immigration.

Note: Applications closing Monday 21 September 2024.

 We CARE, we COACH, we have ENERGY, we are ACCOUNTABLE and we INNOVATE!

For more opportunities at RPG please visit:

http://careers.rpgcareers.com.au