Accountant

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

Join our dynamic team at Orica as a Financial Accountant, where you'll play a pivotal role in managing the financial accounting functions for both regional operating entities and group investment entities. You'll ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and Orica's financial controls, while also maintaining statutory compliance at both regional and group levels. This position offers the opportunity to support our Manager or Lead Financial Controlling, making a significant impact on our financial operations and contributing to our continued success.
 

What you will be doing

Month-End Processes & Procedures
•    Work closely with Orica Global Business Services (GBS) and local businesses to resolve issues and find solutions for activities within GBS scope.
•    Perform allocated month-end processes and procedures accurately and on time.
•    Monitor and comply with the month-end timetable.
•    Prepare intercompany profit in stock calculations and perform inventory accounting.
•    Comply with accounting standards and Orica accounting policies.
•    Prepare and review reconciliations for manual accounts, ensuring reconciling items are substantiated.
•    Contribute to delivering timely and useful financial information and advice to support Orica’s strategic plan.
•    Proactively assist the business in monitoring and actioning key reconciliations, such as assets under construction.
•    Ensure stakeholder needs are met according to agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
•    Support finance projects, cost-saving initiatives, or other tasks as directed.
•    Provide finance support to group or support functions as required.

Financial & Management Reporting
•    Prepare business unit financial statements, including balance sheets, profit & loss statements, cash flow, and consolidated financial statements.
•    Prepare trial balances and issue other nominated financial and management reports.
•    Assist with the annual budgeting process, consolidating and analyzing results, and liaising with business units on their submissions.
•    Assist with group forecasting (monthly and strategic) and report results to management.

Audit & Balance Sheet Review
•    Prepare half-yearly audit packs, ensuring they are complete, accurate, and issued within the agreed timeframe.
•    Participate in internal and external audits as required.
•    Assist with preparing the Balance Sheet Review template.
•    Assist with the asset verification process as required.

Administration and Compliance
•    Comply with relevant Orica standards, segregation of duties, and Orica’s financial authority limits.
•    Ensure compliance with all tax, treasury, statutory, and financial policies.
•    Serve as the contact for external auditing requirements.
 

What you will bring

•     Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting or Business discipline.
•    Professional designation CPA is a plus.
•    Experience in a large, global business in a similar role.
•    5 years post-graduate experience in accounting or finance (or related discipline).
•    Financial planning and analysis experience.
•    SAP S4 Hana experience is a plus.
•    In-depth functional/industry knowledge is a plus.
•    Experience in an auditing firm is preferred.
 

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.