We are a fast-growing Australian cosmetic and personal care manufacturing startup, working across formulation, production, compliance, and distribution. We build high-quality, regulatory-compliant (TGA, GMP, COSMOS, Organic, and HALAL-certified) products and partner with brands locally and internationally. As a lean and ambitious team, we value people who are hands-on, adaptable, and excited to grow with the business.

The Role

This is a true all-rounder finance role for someone who enjoys working closely with the business. You’ll own day-to-day accounting, ensure compliance, and help shape financial processes as the company scales. You’ll work directly with the founders and play a key role in building a solid financial foundation for growth.

Day-to-Day Accounting

• Manage end-to-end accounting, including AP, AR, bank reconciliations, payroll support, and general ledger.

• Prepare monthly management accounts and cash flow reports.

• Maintain accurate financial records across multiple cost centres

Tax & Compliance

• Prepare and lodge BAS, GST, PAYG, and payroll tax.

• Ensure compliance with Australian accounting standards and ATO requirements.

• Liaise with external accountants, tax advisors, and auditors

Manufacturing & Inventory

• Oversee inventory accounting, stock movements, and valuations.

• Track manufacturing costs, including raw materials, labour, and overheads

• Work closely with production and warehouse teams to improve cost and stock controls.

Systems & Process Building

• Own and improve accounting systems (Xero or similar)

• Set up scalable finance processes suitable for a growing manufacturing business.

• Support system integrations with inventory, payroll, or ERP platforms

 About You

Experience & Background

• 3–5 years’ experience in finance or accounting roles

• Must have experience in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals or food manufacturing industries

• Comfortable being hands-on and owning outcomes end-to-end

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• CA / CPA (or currently studying) preferred, but not essential

Skills & Mindset

• Strong understanding of Australian tax and compliance requirements

• Solid Excel skills and confidence working with cloud accounting systems

• Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable with ambiguity

• Strong attention to detail, with a commercial and problem-solving mindset

• Clear communicator who enjoys working closely with founders and operators

Why Join Us

• Be part of a growing Australian cosmetics manufacturing startup from an early stage.

• Broad role with real influence over how the finance function is built

• Exposure to product, manufacturing, compliance, and commercial decisions

• Flexible, collaborative, and entrepreneurial culture