Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Mount Thorley Warkworth

About the Business

• Be based in the beautiful Hunter Valley
• Large, Open-Cut operation
• Supportive, diverse and knowledgeable team.  

We are Australia’s largest pure-play coal producer generating over $10 billion in Foreign Direct Investment; owning, operating or participating in coal mines across NSW, Queensland and Western Australia. 

Owned and Operated by Yancoal Australia, Mount Thorley Warkworth (MTW) is one of the largest open pit operations in the area. Located 15 kilometres south-west of Singleton in the beautiful Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, MTW relies on both draglines and load haul systems as the current and preferred mining method. Our site operates continuously 24 hours a day, seven days a week and has a long and proud history, employing approximately 1350 people from local and surrounding communities, who are our most valuable asset. Cameby- Managed by Yancoal, Cameby Downs is a small open cut thermal coal mine in the Surat Basin in southern Queensland, between Chinchilla and Miles. We employ approximately 150 people, and aim to support our local communities.

Job Tasks and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Commercial Superintendent, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Accountant to join our Team at MTW. This role will see a driven, enthusiastic and hardworking individual join and provide commercial services as required. This role is responsible for: •    Monthly management of site reporting and financial reporting; •    Preparation of the statutory accounts at half year and year end in accordance with Yancoal Australia reporting deadlines;  •    Month end processing;  •    Liaising with Procurement team on site contracts and contract management; •    Mine site profit/loss reporting including commentary/analysis and project reporting; •    Financial modelling/ forecasting; •    Participating in the budget process; •    Joint Venture reporting;  •    Reviewing and preparing capital requests.

Skills and Experience

To be successful you will be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience: •    5+ years Accounting experience; •    Highly developed verbal and written communication skills; •    Degree qualified (Accounting or Commerce); •    CPA/CA designation or currently studying towards; •    Highly developed stakeholder engagement skills; •    Demonstrated experience with Procurement processes, reviewing contracts and contract management; •    Analytical skills and ability to apply problem solving techniques to accounting functions; •    Excellent coordination and ability to manage competing priorities within set deadlines; •    Demonstrated advanced computer literacy and a strong attention to detail; •    Competent in SAP accounting processes; •    Experienced with the use of Xeras forecasting and budgeting (desirable however not essential).

Benefits

• We offer competitive remuneration packages for our roles;
• A vast range of retail discounts including major department stores, cinemas, restaurants;
• Subsidised corporate health insurance for you and your family;
• Financial assistance and study leave for relevant qualifications;
• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no waiting period;
• Multiple types of flexible work arrangements;
• Access to financial advice from a leading bank;
• Salary Continuance and Life Insurance Cover;
• Salary sacrifice options, Service recognition rewards, Employee Assistance Programs.

How to apply: Yancoal is an equal opportunity employer and encourage those from diverse backgrounds to apply. If this is sounding like what you might be looking for in your next role apply today to start an exciting new journey with us. Applications close 2 December 2022.