Site Accountant

SITE ACCOUNTANT - 6 MONTHS FIXED TERM

Location: Blackwater

About the Business

Owned by Yancoal, Yarrabee is based in Blackwater QLD which is 200 km west of the Capricorn Coast. Yarrabee is a proud producer of high-quality PCI coal since 1982. We employ approximately 400 people, who are our most valuable asset and we invest in developing our management and leadership talent throughout our operations. 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.

Yarrabee are looking for an experienced Accountant to join the team in either Fulltime/Part time capacity for a 6 month contract.

About the Role

Reporting to the Commercial Superintendent, the site accountant role is responsible for;

• The provision of accounting services for Yarrabee Coal Company
• Timely reporting to management of actual, budget and forecast information (financial and physical).
• Ensuring the financial and accounting conditions of Yarrabee Coal Mine
• Management and Operating Agreements are adhered to
• Correctly whilst maintaining the integrity of the general ledger and SAP controlling module
• Maintaining controls and integrity as per Australian accounting standards and SOX requirements

Roster: Monday - Friday; Full time 7am - 4pm or Part time; 9am - 2:30pm 

About You

To be successful in this position strong communication skills will be essential as you will be required to liaise with a diverse range of stakeholders across varying levels and departments including site personnel, operations, finance, and management. Possessing a keen eye for detail, a passion for numbers and a continuous improvement mind-set will see you excelling in this role. 

What you will need:

• Degree Qualified (Accounting or Commerce).
• CPA/CA designation or currently studying towards.
• Generic Surface Induction (Standard 11)
• Current QLD Driver’s licence
• Competent in SAP accounting processes.
• Competent with the use of Xeras forecasting and budgeting tool.
• Good understanding of SOX audit requirements and control processes
• Proficient or substantial exposure to Fixed Asset reporting and management

Knowledge & Experience

• Able to critique, review, recommend and implement initiatives that seek efficiencies either from a process or systems perspective
• Sound understanding of their individual obligations as outlined within the Queensland Coal Mining legislation
• Experienced in the provision of an accounting role in a similar environment
• Experienced at prioritising tasks, following through to completion and showing flexibility when needed
• Experience with building working relationships with other employees and corporate office

Benefits

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

• Corporate Subsidised Health Cover Premiums
• Salary Continuance and Life Insurance Cover
• Salary Sacrifice Options
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Educations Assistance
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Local Housing Allowance
• Local Sporting Allowance

If you would like to apply for this role please click the Apply button.

Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. We reserve the right to close the advertisement before the advertised end date and commence recruitment proceedings immediately.  

Applications close: 4th November 2022.