Accountant

Accountant

Yancoal MTW are currently seeking an experienced Accountant to join the team on a 12-months fixed term contract. 

About the Business

Welcome to Yancoal Australia. For 20 years, we have been supporting the prosperity of Australia. We value the contributions of our employees, contractors and embrace close relationships with our local communities, customers and suppliers.

With over 4,500 people working across our operations, our team is made up of experts in their field. From engineers to operators, to environmentalists, surveyors, tradespeople, accountants, administrators, marketers and beyond – we are proud of our people and everything we achieve together. 

Owned and Operated by Yancoal Australia, Mount Thorley Warkworth (MTW) is an open cut mine that provides the opportunity to live and work locally. Located 15 kilometres south-west of Singleton in the beautiful Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, MTW relies on both dragline and load haul systems for their continuous operations. The MTW Mine is the largest open cut operation in the region, employing approximately 1,450 people who reside in the local and surrounding communities.

Job Tasks and Responsibilities

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accountant to join our Team at MTW for a 12-month fixed term contract. This role will see a driven, enthusiastic and hardworking Accountant join our experienced team.

This role is responsible for partnering with the operational departments to Mount Thorley Warkworth.  You will play an integral role in preparing and reviewing management accounts, supporting capital lifecycle processes, fixed asset register, annual budget development, cost reviews and other analysis across the operation.

Skills and Experience

To be successful you will be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

• 1 - 2+ years accounting experience;
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills;
• Degree qualified (Accounting or Commerce);
• CPA/CA designation or currently studying towards;
• Able to apply problem solving techniques to accounting functions;
• Demonstrated advanced computer literacy and a strong attention to detail;
• Excellent organisational skills, including the ability to plan, coordinate and manage competing priorities within set deadlines;
• Competent in SAP accounting processes;

Benefits

Yancoal provides a range of benefits to appeal to the diverse needs of our employees. The following benefits are available to eligible employees:

• Salary continuance and life insurance
• 20 weeks paid primary carers parental leave with no waiting period
• Subsidised private health insurance 
• Fitness Passport - discounted workplace health and fitness program
• Study assistance
• Flexible work arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to financial education and banking discounts 
• Salary packaging including novated leasing and remote area benefits
• Service recognition rewards
• Discounts program including major department stores, cinemas, restaurants

Yancoal Australia values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people with diverse backgrounds including First Nations people, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and people that identify as LGBTQIA+.

Yancoal Australia is a Work180 Endorsed Employer and is committed to ensuring all employees can thrive in an inclusive workplace.

If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply today and take the first step toward an exciting new journey with us!

Applications close: Friday 29 May 2026

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