Analyst - Finance Business Partner

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 are looking for an experienced Commercial Finance Analyst to join our team as Analyst – Finance Business Partner Commercial, supporting our North America business, with a primary focus on Canada.

In this critical role, you will work closely with onshore Finance Business Partners and regional leaders, providing high-quality insight, rigorous analysis, and constructive challenge to support performance management and informed decision-making across the North America region.

This role is well suited to a commercially minded finance professional with strong experience in management reporting, budgeting, and performance analysis, who enjoys partnering with operational leaders and translating complex financial data into clear, action-oriented insights. You will thrive in a fast-paced, global environment that balances hands-on analytics with proactive business partnering.

Given the nature of the role, flexibility is required to collaborate effectively across time zones and to support key meetings and reporting deadlines for North America stakeholders.

This position operates on a hybrid working model, based in our office.

What you will be doing

Financial Reporting & Month-End Execution

• Deliver accurate, on-time month-end reporting in line with Group standards and timetables.
• Produce clear, actionable performance reports for the Canada business, highlighting key variances, risks, and opportunities.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and consistency of financial data across reports and systems.

Business Partnership & Stakeholder Support

• Partner with Finance Business Partners and Area Business Managers to provide insightful financial and commercial analysis.
• Identify opportunities to improve profitability, cost efficiency, and cash flow across North America.
• Build trusted relationships with stakeholders, providing support and constructive challenge.
• Support and educate business users on financial processes, reports, and tools.

Performance Management, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning for the Canada business, with clear insight into key drivers and risks.
• Monitor cost drivers and performance against plan, recommending corrective actions as needed.
• Contribute to improved planning and forecasting accuracy through standardised processes and methodologies.

Commercial Analysis & Capital Investment Support

• Develop financial models for capital expenditure proposals and commercial business cases.
• Challenge assumptions to ensure transparency, rigour, and accountability.
• Provide high-quality ad hoc analysis to support commercial decisions and operational improvements.

Continuous Improvement, Analytics & Collaboration

• Collaborate within the Finance Analytics Hub to share best practices and deliver deeper insights.
• Support the implementation of standardised, high-quality management reporting.
• Contribute to business improvement initiatives using data-driven insights.
• Ensure compliance with Group financial controls, standards, and SHE requirements.

What you will bring

• 5 to 7 years’ post-graduate experience in accounting, finance, or a related discipline, ideally in commercial, regional, or business-partnering roles.
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting or Business.
• Professional certification (or near completion) such as CA, CPA, CMA, or CIMA.
• Experience in mining and/or manufacturing is highly regarded.
• Solid knowledge of SAP (e.g., BPC / BI HANA), with HFM experience considered an advantage.
• Strong financial acumen, with proven capability in budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, and variance analysis.

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.