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’re looking for an Analyst – Finance Business Partner (Commercial) to join our Manila team and support our North America business. In this role, you’ll partner closely with our onshore Finance Business Partners and collaborate with sub‑regional and functional stakeholders to deliver high‑quality analysis, insightful reporting, and practical financial advice that supports better decision‑making.

Based in our Finance Analytics & Insights Hub in the Philippines, you’ll play a key role in strengthening profitability reporting, driving process improvements, and enhancing reporting governance across the region.

What you will be doing

In this role, you’ll support Finance Business Partners and regional stakeholders by delivering reliable reporting, practical insights, and continuous improvements that help the business make informed decisions.

• Complete allocated month‑end processes accurately and within agreed timelines
• Monitor and comply with month‑end timetables and reporting requirements
• Partner with Finance Business Partners to support Area Business Managers across regions in scope
• Prepare accurate, meaningful, and timely business and regional performance reports for management
• Support Business Partner inputs to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance in monthly reporting processes
• Assist line management with fixed‑cost monitoring and control through standard reports and analysis, including identifying key cost drivers
• Support capital requests by preparing or reviewing financial models and commercial business cases in line with Group standards
• Identify and follow up on performance variances and areas of concern, supporting timely resolution and accountability
• Provide financial support and practical advice to the business, including guidance on Orica’s financial systems and processes
• Contribute to accurate budgeting and forecasting inputs
• Assist with the analysis and reporting of budgets, forecasts, and planning activities for the region
• Help reduce manual reporting by improving ERP‑based reporting and addressing ERP–SAP misalignment
• Support the move toward self‑service reporting in partnership with FP&A
• Drive continuous process improvement and maintain reporting governance aligned with Orica standards
• Work collaboratively with other Analysts as part of the Finance Analytics & Insights Hub
• Deliver ad‑hoc financial analysis as required
• Ensure compliance with Group standards and relevant SHE requirements, including attendance at Site SH&E meetings

What you will bring

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related Business discipline
• 3–5 years’ experience in an analyst or similar finance role
• Professional accounting designation preferred (CPA, CA, CMA, or CIMA)
• Strong ERP experience (Epicor or SAP preferred), with exposure to SAP tools such as BPC / BI HANA
• Advanced Excel skills, with Power BI exposure considered a plus
• Sound understanding of accounting and finance standards relevant to the role
• Strong analytical and critical‑thinking skills, with the ability to work through complex data
• Effective stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to operate under tight reporting timelines
• Willingness and ability to work on night shift to align with Canada‑based Finance Business Partners, particularly during month‑end
• Industry experience in mining and/or manufacturing is desirable but not essential

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.