Lead - Financial Controlling, Group

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

We’re excited to announce a key opportunity to join Orica as Lead – Group Financial Controlling, based in our Melbourne office. In this key role, you’ll lead financial accounting for Orica’s corporate and investment entities, oversee group consolidation and reporting, and ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. 

You’ll drive statutory compliance, support technical accounting assessments, and provide expertise to regional teams. If you're looking to make a strategic impact at a global level, we’d love to hear from you.

What you will be doing

Management, Financial Reporting & Control:
•    Collaborate with Orica Global Business Services, addressing issues and finding solutions
•    Prepare and consolidate business unit financial statements accurately and on time ensure proper recording of transactions, and conduct asset impairment testing
•    Participate in internal and external audits, embedding internal controls in processes
•    Oversee bi-annual assurance process, including balance sheet reviews, support budgeting and, forecasting, and finance projects

Group Level Statutory Participation:
•    Complete half year/annual group consolidated accounts and shareholder reports promptly and accurately
•    Prepare legal entity statutory accounts and Investor Relations reporting
•    Manage information for Orica Tax Group for tax compliance
•    Prepare financial Board reports
•    Prepare technical accounting papers in compliance with Australian Accounting Standards

Administration and Compliance:
•    Ensure compliance with Orica standards, Segregation of Duties, and financial policies
•    Handle external auditing requirements

Employee Development and Motivation:
•    Potentially manage a small team
•    Coach and develop team leaders and members
•    Communicate with senior stakeholders and encourage individual development ownership
•    Mentor and cultivate a high-performing team while encouraging individual ownership of development plans.

What you will bring

•    Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Business
•    Professional designation CA or CPA
•    Experience in a similar role within a large, global business
•    7+ years post-graduate experience in accounting or finance
•    Excellent knowledge of Australian accounting standards
•    Essential Excel proficiency
•    SAP S4 Hana experience is a plus
•    Previous experience in an large to mid-tier audit firm 
•    Flexible to work across multiple time zones

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.