GENERAL ACCOUNTANT

About Woodward Foods

Woodward Foods Australia is a fifth-generation, family-owned meat processing and export business. From regional Victoria, we supply premium beef and lamb products to domestic and international markets, with a strong focus on quality, consistency and long term relationships. Our operations bring together livestock, processing, logistics and commercial teams under one integrated business.

About the role

We are seeking a degree-qualified General Accountant to join our finance team in Swan Hill. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will work within a multidisciplinary environment alongside production, logistics, quality assurance and commercial teams. This role focuses on the integrity of our financial information, compliance-based reporting, and the continuous improvement of our accounting systems and controls.

Core responsibilities

• Provide advice on accounting systems, reporting structures and processes that support effective planning and decision making across the business.
• Examine and analyse income, expenditure and key cost drivers across processing, procurement, distribution and overheads, and prepare clear management reports.
• Conduct financial investigations, including variance analysis, product costing and performance reviews, and present findings and recommendations to management.
• Assist in the formulation and review of budgets, forecasts and accounting policies, ensuring alignment with Australian Accounting Standards and internal governance.
• Support and maintain robust record keeping and internal control practices across all entities.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and assist with year end financial statements and external audit requirements.
• Contribute to ongoing improvement of our ERP and reporting tools to ensure reliable, timely financial and operational information.

About you

• Bachelor degree in Accounting (or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years experience in an accounting role with responsibility for reporting, analysis and systems (manufacturing, agribusiness, logistics or related sectors highly regarded).
• Experience in the meat industry or broader food / manufacturing environment is an advantage but not essential.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting and accounting principles.
• Confident working with accounting systems and Excel, with a focus on accuracy and detail.
• Able to communicate clearly with both finance and non-finance stakeholders and work effectively in a team.
• Hold, or be willing to obtain, a National Police Clearance.
• Hold a valid driver's licence.

Why work with Woodward Foods

• Join a respected, long established Australian family business with genuine values.
• Work closely with experienced finance and operations leaders in a hands on, commercially focused environment.
• Broad exposure to an integrated business, not a narrow processing role.
• Stable, full time position with opportunities for professional growth.
• Supportive culture that values integrity, accountability and collaboration.

How to apply

Please submit your resume and a short cover letter outlining your experience and why you are interested in the General Accountant role at Woodward Foods Australia.

Shortlisted candidates may be required to provide a National Police Clearance and evidence of qualifications and work rights in Australia.