Finance Business Partner - Manufacturing & Operations

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

Orica is seeking a qualified and experienced Finance Business Partner to join our team. This role will work closely with sub-regional and functional leadership teams to provide financial guidance, support strategic decision-making, and contribute to the delivery of business performance objectives.

The Finance Business Partner will serve as a key interface between finance and operations, offering insights into financial performance, supporting commercial initiatives, and ensuring compliance with internal standards and external requirements.

What you will be doing

• Partner with business leaders to evaluate financial performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Support contract reviews, bid proposals, and variation management processes.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and monthly reporting activities.
• Provide financial input into capital expenditure proposals and challenge underlying assumptions.
• Monitor fixed costs and working capital metrics, and support cash flow management.
• Contribute to business improvement initiatives and project evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with Orica’s financial policies, standards, and reporting timelines.
• Promote financial literacy and effective use of financial systems across the business.
• Participate in site safety meetings and support adherence to Orica’s SHE Charter.

What you will bring

• Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or Business
• Professional designation (CA, CMA, CPA)
• Minimum 5 years post-graduate experience in finance or accounting
• Experience in a large, global organization
• Proficiency in SAP and SAP Hana
• Strong understanding of financial standards and business case development

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.