Assistant Accountant - Costing

Culture and Benefits

At Simplot, we are fuelled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values: 

• Respect for Resources
• Spirit of Innovation
• Passion for People

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.

Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.
 

The Perks

• Flexible working arrangements and a variety of engaging Health and Wellbeing programs
• Diverse Leadership Development Programs and Professional Development Support
• Employee Reward and Recognition Program 
• Discounted Health Insurance 
• Income Protection Insurance 
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave 
   

About our role

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Cost Accountant to join our team. This role is an 18-month fixed term contract, covering a period of parental leave. It is an on-site role, based in our plant in Bathurst, known as the ‘Home of ‘Edgell’, producing canned and snacking products. 

The role reports into our Senior Plant Accounting Manager and is responsible for the development of product costs, daily reporting of manufacturing efficiencies, month end tasks and reporting. This role would be a fantastic opportunity for an individual looking to start a rewarding career in the manufacturing industry or an experienced Cost Accountant, seeking a collaborative and supportive work environment. 
 

What you will do

• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, month-end activities, product costing (including NPI), and prepare accurate financial and performance reports with variance analysis 
• Provide financial insight to site operations, support the Plant Accountant, and liaise with system managers to improve processes and maintain data accuracy
• Identify cost-saving opportunities, support financial targets and enhance financial awareness across the business
• Evaluate the commercial viability of capital and CI proposals and contribute as a business lead in key process improvement projects
• Promote continuous improvement, support a culture of operational excellence, and uphold company values and leadership standards
• Ensure compliance with policies and legislation, maintain internal controls, standard costing accuracy, inventory oversight, and complete balance sheet reconciliations
   

About you

• Tertiary qualified (or working towards) in Business or a related discipline 
• Intermediate skills in the Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel
• An appreciation of financial information systems
• Experience with Budget / Long Range Planning process is desirable
• Strong analytical skills, mathematically proficient 
• Excellent verbal and written communications, ability to engage with various stakeholders 
• Strong reporting and presentation skills

If this sounds like you, then please apply online now. 

Applications close Friday 2nd May 2025. Suitable candidates may be contacted prior to closing date. 

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