Full-Time

Financial Accountant

Posted on 9/22/2025

Deadline 10/17/25
DuBois Chemicals

DuBois Chemicals

501-1,000 employees

Specialty cleaning and process solutions provider

No salary listed

Melbourne VIC, Australia

In Person

The company does not provide sponsorship or support for provisional or temporary Visa holders; candidates must have the legal right to live and work permanently in Australia.

Category
Accounting (2)
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Required Skills
Data Analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA) qualified
  • Experience in a Financial Accountant or similar role
  • Strong analytical & investigative approach
  • Experience in systems development
  • Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills
  • Ability to set priorities, plan work schedules and meet deadlines
  • Effectively manage the Business Services Team, with the ability to lead, mentor and develop staff
  • Able to work with minimal supervision
  • Advanced Excel skills
Responsibilities
  • Complete relevant Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss reconciliations
  • Responsible for the month end process and delivery of accurate month-end reporting and identifying any risk and opportunities
  • Manage the year end tax and audit process
  • Collecting and Analysing Data in preparation of weekly and monthly reports
  • Ensure all company statutory obligations are met (BAS, FBT, Payroll Tax)
  • Examining and reviewing financial records to check for accuracy
  • Manage the company cashflow
  • Assist all staff with financial related queries
  • Manage and provide guidance and support to Assistant Accountants, Accounts Payable Officer, Credit Controller, Purchasing Officers and Receptionist
  • Management of Company Fixed Asset register and reporting requirements
  • Management of Company Insurance policies
  • Management of Company bank accounts
  • Ad-hoc projects as and when required

DuBois Chemicals provides value-added specialty cleaning and process solutions for industries such as general manufacturing, pulp and paper, transportation cleaning, and water treatment. It formulates specialty cleaning chemicals and related process solutions with a team of sales and technical professionals, offering lab testing, formulation, and on-site or regional support from its Cincinnati facility and a North American network of 400+ representatives. The company differentiates itself by its long history since 1920, broad market reach, strong focus on listening to customers, and commitment to sustainable solutions. Its goal is to be the best at listening to and serving customers by delivering effective, sustainable cleaning and process solutions worldwide.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Berlin, Germany

Founded

1920

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Altas Partners ownership provides fresh capital and strategic support for expansion initiatives.
  • Water treatment market consolidation positions DuBois for premium pricing and customer retention.
  • Integrated product portfolio creates cross-selling opportunities across industrial and commercial customer bases.

What critics are saying

  • EPA PFAS regulations force $10–20M reformulation costs on Broadmoor water treatment products.
  • Ecolab's 35% market share and digital tools divert 15–20% of DuBois revenue.
  • Altas Partners' aggressive growth mandates erode operational margins through forced synergies by Q3 2026.

What makes DuBois Chemicals unique

  • Broadmoor acquisition expands water treatment capabilities across US and Canada markets.
  • Serial acquisitions of Cimcool, Asterion, and IPC strengthen metalworking fluids and surface finishing.
  • Full-service specialty chemical platform spans metal cleaning, coatings, water treatment, and lubricants.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Company News

Business Wire
Oct 27th, 2025
DuBois Chemicals Acquires Broadmoor Products, Strengthening Its Position in Water Treatment

DuBois Chemicals (“DuBois” or the “Company”), a leading full-service provider of customized specialty chemical solutions, today announced that it has acquire...

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Jun 27th, 2025
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Mar 30th, 2023
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Chemico CEO Leon C. Richardson (center) accepts the 2022 Overdrive award from General Motors' Sham Kunjur (left) and Anirvan Coomer (right). . “What an honor it is to receive the 2022 Overdrive award. This recognition would not have been possible without the lasting relationship we’ve enjoyed with General Motors and our team's unwavering commitment to service, quality and excellence," said Leon C. Richardson, president and CEO, Chemico

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Mar 7th, 2022
DuBois Chemicals, Inc. acquired International Products Corp. on Jul 1st 21'.

DuBois Chemicals acquired International Products Corporation (IPC) in July 2021.

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