Coordinator - General Accounting

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 team as the  Coordinator -  General Accounting (Lease & Fixed Assets), where you'll play a pivotal role in executing specific tasks across designated processes and regions. One of your focus is providing support with end-to-end Fixed Assets and Lease Accounting. Be at the forefront of providing expert support to tackle challenges head-on. Take the first step towards an impactful career by applying today!

What you will be doing

People Leadership    

• Drive process training initiatives within workstreams.
• Drive collaboration and team work within the team/workstream.
• Ensure compliance with GBS strategies, policies, and regulations.

Process Leadership    

• Collaborate on process improvement projects.
• Establish and maintain accurate Standard Operating Procedures.
• Ensure adherence to internal control standards.
• Serve as a gate-keeper to ensure that transactions are in accordance with set company policies & procedures.
• Take initiative to address process gaps/issues.
• Support smooth transitions and integration of processes.

Operations    

• Meet KPIs and ensure operational excellence.
• Work with the business to improve BU driven performance metrics.
• Provide detailed performance reporting, including issue resolution and KPI tracking.
• Handle data recording and analysis for general ledger record-keeping.
• Perform end-to-end fixed assets and lease accounting management with minimal supervision.
• Manage balance sheet reconciliations and maintenance. Ensure that account balances are properly supported and documented. Propose and coordinate with the business on adjustments if required.
• Execute month-end activities, generate report, review and analyze to validate accuracy of month-end module runs.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Address inquiries and resolve issues promptly.
• Ensure stakeholder needs are met within agreed SLAs.
• Represent as needed in stakeholder meetings. Lead monthly functional call with stakeholders.
• Analyze SAP aged open items and coordinate with counter-part on proper clearing/adjustment.
• Review and validate requests to ensure compliance with set guidelines and processes.
• Prepare report and analysis as required.
• Closely work with financial controlling team to address operational issues, identify and implement action plan.

What you will bring

• At least 3 years of relevant experience within the Finance / Accounting department of a large corporate organisation
• Possess strong understanding of accounting principles, practices, and internal policy.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in IFRS16 lease accounting.
• Well versed with ERP and other business / accounting tools
• Good stakeholder management and communication skills (proficiency in conversational and business English language both written and verbal).

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.

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