Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Full-Time 56700 - 69300 $ / year (est.) Hybrid
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead finance operations and drive improvements in a growing resources organisation.
  • Company: Exciting, well-funded resources company entering a new phase of development.
  • Benefits: Career progression to Finance Manager, hybrid work, and mentorship from experienced leaders.
  • Other info: Join a supportive team with excellent opportunities for professional growth.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on finance processes while growing your career in a dynamic environment.
  • Qualifications: CA or CPA qualification and strong financial accounting experience required.

The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 $ per year.

Drive the development of finance operations in a rapidly growing environment. Join a growing and well-funded resources organisation entering an exciting phase of development and operational growth. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller and working closely with an experienced CFO, this role offers the opportunity to take ownership of core accounting activities while contributing to the build and evolution of the finance function. This position will suit a technically strong accountant seeking broad exposure across financial reporting, business partnering and process improvement within a business transitioning from start-up phase into operational maturity.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery
  • Complete bank, balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations
  • Support annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes
  • Analyse financial performance and provide meaningful commentary on budget variances
  • Partner with operational and site-based stakeholders to support decision-making
  • Oversee an outsourced accounts payable provider, ensuring service quality and process compliance
  • Support audit, tax and statutory reporting requirements
  • Identify and implement improvements across finance processes, reporting and controls

About You

To be successful, you will bring:

  • CA or CPA qualification (or close to completion)
  • Mining, resources, energy or industrial sector experience is highly regarded
  • Strong financial accounting and month-end experience
  • Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Strong Excel capability and systems proficiency

What's on Offer?

  • Work alongside an industry seasoned CFO and Financial Controller
  • Be an influential contributor establishing finance processes that will continue to evolve over the next 6-12 months as operations commence
  • Natural career progression to Finance Manager level in line with business growth
  • CBD based and hybrid working arrangements

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Contact Details:

people2people Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Accountant

Financial Accounting
Month-End Close Process
Bank Reconciliation
Balance Sheet Reconciliation
General Ledger Reconciliation
Budgeting
Forecasting