Manufacturing Cost Accountant

TL;DR

Manufacturing Cost Accountant (Finance): Managing product costing, variance analysis, and financial reporting for Australian manufacturing sites with an accent on cost optimization and operational finance. Focus on driving financial accuracy, supporting capital expenditure budgets, and delivering data-driven insights to influence strategic decision-making.

Location: Must be based in Perth, Australia, with work performed at Bassendean, Burswood, or Wattle Grove sites.

Company

hirify.global is a leading global manufacturer of innovative, custom-engineered products for the resources sector with a workforce of over 3,000 employees.

What you will do

• Collaborate with site and finance teams to ensure accurate product costing and variance analysis.
• Identify key value drivers and track KPIs to ensure data integrity.
• Shape budgets and refine cost forecasts to support strategic decision-making.
• Oversee capital expenditure budgets and support fixed asset audits.
• Maintain ERP system accuracy and provide data-driven insights to internal customers.
• Drive process improvements to enhance plant flexibility, efficiency, and operational security.

Requirements

• Qualification in Accounting, Commerce, Business, or a related field.
• CPA or CA qualification is preferred.
• Experience in Financial Accounting or Operational Finance within a heavy engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in budgeting and forecasting within complex manufacturing settings.
• Strong knowledge of standard cost accounting, investment appraisal, and variance analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to execute process improvements and value-creation initiatives.

Culture & Benefits

• Safety-first work environment and mindset.
• Flexible work options to promote work-life balance.
• Competitive total reward packages.
• Paid parental leave and education assistance.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and families.
• Global and local recognition programs.