Analyst Accounting - Perth, Australia - South32
Description
Date:
27 Aug 2023
Location:
Perth, WA, AU, 6000
Company:
South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.
South32 is a globally diversified mining and metals company.
Our purpose is to make a difference by developing natural resources, improving people's lives now and for generations to come.
We are trusted by our owners and partners to realise the potential of their resources.We produce commodities including bauxite, alumina, aluminium, metallurgical coal, manganese, nickel, silver, lead, zinc and copper from our operations in Australia, Southern Africa and South America.
With a focus on growing our base metals exposure, we also have two development options in North America and several partnerships with junior explorers worldwide.
PERTH OFFICE
South32's corporate office is based in the heart of Perth's CBD. The corporate office houses key functions, including HR, Finance, Corporate Development, Investor Relations, Group Risk and Technical. Our office is a 5-minute walk from the Perth Underground Train Station.
WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS
- Annual shortterm incentive bonus that recognizes both your performance and the overall success of the business
- Purchase up to 4 weeks of additional annual leave
- The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans
- Discounted rates on travel, healthcare, and technology products
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Opportunity - Permanent, Full-Time Position; this role will preferably be based at our office in the heart of the Perth CBD.
The purpose of the role is to conduct and support the period-end close process, including maintaining the integrity of the general ledger for one of South32's Australian Operations.
the key critical role responsibilities include, but aren't limited to
:
- Undertake monthly accounting processes and general ledger management for an Australian Operation
- Review and perform ongoing general ledger governance activities to ensure transactions are recorded accurately
- Undertake accounting analysis to ensure meet both stand alone and Group external financial reporting requirements
- Annual reporting to assist in delivery of S32 Financial information to the Market including the preparation of Statutory accounts in a timely manner and in accordance with Group and International Accounting standards
- Coordinate and prepare components of the South32 accounting governance framework, including internal control evaluation and detailed balance sheet reviews
- Provide support and expertise in critical/material financial accounting areas to our site business partners and other S32 functions
- Lead communication and coordination with External Auditors for Australian operation
- Manage relationship with our Joint Venture Partners by providing ongoing accounting support
- Maintain accounting excellence and identify and implement process improvement initiatives
- Ensure compliance with the relevant International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and South32 control framework
ABOUT YOU
- Minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role in a similar role within resources is preferable
- Experience in accounting/risk/finance/audit or related field is desirable
- JV accounting is desirable
- Proficient in the use of SAP, BI and Cognos (preferable)
- Understanding of financial accounting concepts & and processes
- Sound understanding of finance processes and deliverables in a corporate/commercial environment
- Sound time management able to complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner
- Problemsolving uses logic and methods to solve problems with effective solutions
- Interacts positively with others and engages in a broad range of positive interpersonal interactions
- Analytical and accurate, with an inquisitive mindset to critically evaluate information and numbers
- Ability to work to multiple deadlines and prioritise accordingly
- Tertiary qualified in Accounting, Finance or Commerce and/or CA / CPA or equivalent accounting qualification
Our Culture
At South32, our people are fundamental to our success.
We're focused on creating an inclusive and flexible workplace, with the right people in the right roles, who are engaged, empowered and appropriately rewarded.
We aspire to be an inclusive organisation, where our workforce reflects the broader demographic of the countries and communities where we operate.
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