Accountant, Project

Job ID Job Type Maximum Term > 12 months Location Australia - Dysart, QLD, Australia - Glendambo, Australia - Mackay Categories Accounting / Tax / Treasury, Commercial / Project Finance / Bid Work Every day, all around the world, Thiess supports and celebrates our people. We recognise talent and reward transparency. We champion diversity and embrace change. Join us. Hone your skills and develop new ones. Take on big challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration, and empowerment. Thiess is the place to make things happen. About the role Thiess currently have an opportunity available for a Project Accountant to join their already established team and build on their knowledge and experience. This role is based on site at Lake Vermont, 19kms north of Dysart. As Lake Vermont’s next Project Accountant, you will report to the Finance and Administration Manager and will work collaboratively with Management and site stakeholders. You will thrive on meeting all goals and challenges, and act with fairness and integrity in all that you do. This rewarding role will require you to provide professional advice and support to the project regarding its financial accountability, profitability and controls while ensuring financial performance targets are achieved. Key to the success of the role is developing a deep understanding of the project\'s profitability and commercial touch points, as well as being able to communicate and influence site stakeholders. Ideally the successful candidate is a commercial all-rounder with practical experience in procurement/ contracts to ensure well rounded commercial support and advice can be provided across site. This role is a 12 month max term contract (with potential to extend), working a 5/2/4/3 roster your duties will include but not limited to: Lead the completion of end of month processes Lead the budgeting and forecasting process Completion of variance analysis and monthly cost review meetings Preparation of weekly reports Provide step up support for the F&A Manager Support site stakeholders with business cases/ improvement initiatives Lead and implement improvements to commercial processes/practices Prepare contract claims and correspondence Completion of internal and external audits to ensure quality assurance About you We are seeking an accounting professional who has a minimum of 3 years demonstrated experience in a similar position within the Mining Industry. Other requirements for success in this role are: Tertiary qualification in accounting or equivalent Certified Practicing Accountant or Chartered Accountant Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to deal with ambiguity and change Must be highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously Can engage and build relationships with stakeholders (primarily internal) Ability to exercise discretion/confidentiality at all times A dependable and reliable professional, who is resilient and eager to learn. What Thiess can do for you Help to build on your career, offering diverse opportunities to expand your skill set Permanent Full Time – 9 day fortnight Competitive salary package + site allowance Eligibility for annual bonus scheme Full camp facilities and meals provided Thiess’ commitment to ongoing training & development as part of delivering a modern autonomous mine Health & well-being rewards program through AIA Vitality Salary sacrifice options – flights and novated leasing Individual flexibility arrangements on offer - (Live Local or DIDO) Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products. About us Thiess works with clients in Australia, Asia and the Americas in the dynamic field of open-cut and underground mining. The pioneering spirit of our founders – the legendary Thiess brothers and their families is our legacy, and inspires our vision to harness the power of people and technology to drive sustainable change. At Thiess, you will have the opportunity to play a part in the global energy transition. We are growing our commodities portfolio to include metals and minerals critical to the energy transition, and developing services to enable sustainable mining. We’re creating a culture of curiosity, knowledge-sharing, and continuous learning – supporting our people to contribute to Thiess’ success and continued growth in sustainable mining. We’ll support you to hone your skills and develop new ones, take on challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration and empowerment. We offer our people ongoing technical training and development opportunities so they can reach their full potential. We also invest in the workforce of the future, with a range of programs for people starting their careers. We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. We’re focused on creating an inclusive environment to enable our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included, and empowered. Should you require assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at How to apply This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development, and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess. To apply for this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button or the link below. Thiess follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your recruiter will support you through the process. Commercial / Project Finance / Bid Work 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr