Accounts Payable Officer

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

What you will be doing

• Performs allocated month end processes and procedures in a timely and accurate manner
• Records, analyses and reviews data in system related to general ledger record keeping (Manual Journal Entries, Intercompany & Fixed Assets) 
• Prepares & reviews Balance Sheet Reconciliations and performs Balance Sheet Maintenance (clearing and monitoring of open items)
• Ensures journals and reconciliations for general ledger accounts including substantiation of reconciling items, reviewed by GBS and approved by the business
• Prepares intercompany entries and reports Complies with accounting standards and Orica accounting policies
• Delivers timely and accurate financial information in support of business and functional requests
• Assists the business monitor and action key reconciliations such as AP, AR, GRIR and AUC.
• Executes tasks in accordance with applicable Service Level agreements
• Assists with preparation of business unit financial statements - business unit B/S, P&L, Cash Flow and consolidation of financial statements.
• Assists with preparation of trial balance and issue other nominated financial and management reports
• Assists with preparation of half-yearly audit packs, ensuring they are complete, accurate and issued within agreed timeframe
• Participates in internal and external audit as required
• Assists with the preparation of the Balance Sheet Review template as required

What you will bring

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum 1 year experience in Account Payable
• Familiar with Microsoft D365 (or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting and reconciliation
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel
• Good understanding of Mining Safety Management System Aspect by always prioritizing Safety Value.

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.