Schréder is a leading provider of global lighting solutions, serving customers across the commercial, industrial and public sectors. With a strong focus on innovation, technology and sustainability, we are dedicated to delivering comprehensive solutions and exceptional customer service. Join our team and be a part of our continued growth and success.
Job DescriptionWe’re seeking a commercially minded Management Accountant to join our dynamic Finance teamhere at Schréder. This is a high-impact role where you’ll work closely with the Commercial and Operations teams, providing critical support through cost control, reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis.
As the go-to expert for management accounting, cost analysis, and variance reporting, you’ll work closely with production and leadership teams to ensure financial visibility across every stage of our manufacturing process. You’ll bring the numbers to life. Helping the business understand what’s driving costs, where improvements can be made, and how we can operate smarter every day.
This is more than a back-office role. It's a high-impact position where your insights will shape the way we operate.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports (P&L, B/S, sales, inventory, ops).
- Manage inventory valuation and reconciliations (cyclic & stock take)
- Perform standard costing and variance analysis.
- Monitor production costs and drive efficiency improvements.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and KPI tracking.
- Provide insights to guide strategic and operational decisions.
- Track CAPEX and product development; maintain registers.
- Prepare BAS, FBT, payroll tax, ABS, and other returns.
- Contribute to ERP improvements across finance and manufacturing.
- Deliver ad-hoc financial analysis as needed.
- Assist with AP/AR, audits, and tax compliance.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- 5+ years’ of experience in a manufacturing, FMCG, construction, or goods environment.
- CPA or CA qualified (or currently studying).
- Strong understanding of management accounting, cost accounting, variance analysis, manufacturing processes, and inventory management.
- Proficiency in complex ERP systems and Power BI.
- Advanced Excel skills and ability to interpret and analyse large volumes of financial and non-financial data.
- Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a collaborative approach.
What we offer
- Competitive salary and corporate discounts
- Ongoing training and development
- Additional leave and bonus
- Access to health and well-being programs
Lead with insight. Shape real outcomes. This is your chance to make accounting truly impactful. Apply today!
Respect is one of our Values. Our commitment to inclusivity goes hand in hand with our dedication to sustainability and the environment. Inclusivity is part of who we are, so we encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences and abilities.
We would like to hear from you if you have any feedback about our recruitment process. Please email us at [email protected].
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What We Do
Schréder is the leading independent smart outdoor lighting solution provider worldwide. The company, founded in 1907, is present in over 70 countries on 5 continents. Our tradition of engineering means we have been at the forefront of innovation throughout our history. The latest wave of urbanism means that city centres are becoming more vital than ever: connectivity is crucial. Experts in Lightability™, we propose lighting infrastructure that will play a pivotal role in building Smart Cities and future communication networks. Our purpose is to deliver an outstanding experience by accompanying our customers along every step of their journey, from design to after-sales service, including light, control systems, CCTV, WiFi, EV chargers and many more smart features. Environmentally, economically, and socially sustainable lighting has always been part of Schréder’s DNA. We have already helped many cities, industries and sports venues worldwide to reduce their energy bills and carbon footprint by switching to LED technology. By integrating our control systems, they achieve further energy-savings and deliver a better people-centred experience. Our century-long experience has given us the clarity and insights to help cities transform their street lighting upgrades into the foundation for their smart city eco-systems. Our systems are open and interoperable to seamlessly interact with sensors and actuators deployed throughout public spaces and to solve existing and future needs. We are constantly pushing the limits of our technology to enable communities such as Valencia in Spain, Bad Hersfeld in Germany and Queensland in Australia to better manage their assets, reduce their expenditure and preserve their identity and their environment. Please visit our web site for more details about Schréder: www.schreder.com
