Cost Accountant

Modscape

Essendon Fields, Melbourne, VIC

Cost Accounting (Accounting)

Full time

$100,000–$110,000 per year

Established in 2006, Modscape was founded by a team passionate about design, innovation, and sustainability. With nearly 20 years of experience and over 600 projects delivered nationwide, we create high-quality, sustainable homes and commercial spaces across industries such as healthcare, education, hospitality, and transport. As the first in Australia to introduce robotic manufacturing in construction, Modscape is proud to lead the way in innovative, future-focused building solutions.

About the location

Our Essendon Fields location serves as both our manufacturing hub and head office, anchoring our strategic team and Modbotics operations.

About the role

Reporting to the chief financial officer, the cost accountant will play a critical role in overseeing cost structures for our innovative manufacturing line. The cost accountant is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reporting on cost accounting data. This includes preparing standard cost reports, monitoring inventory levels, cost comparisons, product costing analysis, tracking variances, and making journal entries. You will also collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate budgeting and forecasting processes.

Your day-to-day will include:

Develop and maintain robust cost accounting systems to track and report on production costs, inventory valuations, and material allocations.

Prepare purchase orders for material acquisition. Purchase order matching to delivery dockets and processing invoices.

Analyze and report on standard costs, product costings, and job costing variances across multiple projects.

Prepare monthly management accounts, including profit and loss reports with detailed commentary on material and production cost performance.

Lead inventory valuation, stock reconciliations, cycle counts, and ongoing cost control procedures.

Provide technical accounting support for budgeting and forecasting, with a focus on variance analysis and manufacturing efficiency.

Partner with operational and production teams to implement process improvements and educate stakeholders on cost drivers and financial accountability.

Ensure accurate data integration from operational software and ERP systems into accounting frameworks.

Support the costing of new products and custom projects with detailed financial models and insights.

Salary Range

$100,000 - $110,000 + super

What You’ll Bring

A degree in accounting, finance, or business, and CPA/CA qualified (or working towards).

Proven experience in an accounting or manufacturing finance role.

Strong technical knowledge of standard costing, inventory management, and variance analysis.

Proficiency in Excel and ERP/costing software; ability to work across digital production tools.

Excellent communication skills and the confidence to engage with cross-functional teams on the factory floor.

Detail-oriented, self-driven, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on production environment.

What we offer

A full-time role with flexibility for the right candidate.

A supportive, design-led studio and manufacturing environment.

Competitive salary package reflective of your experience.

The opportunity to help shape the future of modular living and architecture in Australia.

At Modscape, we embrace diversity and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where every team member is respected, valued, and supported. We invite candidates from diverse backgrounds, irrespective of race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or ability, to apply.

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To submit your application, email your resume and cover letter in one PDF document to careers@modscape.com.au