Commercial Analyst

About Us 

At Covalent Lithium, we are genuinely passionate about creating a clean energy future and supporting our teams who enable this vision.

We have constructed a mine and concentrator at Mt Holland, and in the process of constructing a refinery in Kwinana. This will produce high-quality lithium hydroxide for lithium batteries around the world. Our project will enable approximately 1 million electric vehicles to go on the road, every year for the next 50 years. 

We are proud to foster a culture where people with different skills, experiences and backgrounds are welcomed and set-up for success.

Employee Benefits 

We are committed to supporting, empowering, and rewarding our people with a range of benefits available:

• Access to flexible work arrangements
• Company-paid parental and study leave 
• Short-term incentive programs 
• Salary sacrifice options such as superannuation and novated leasing 
• Discounted health insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering free confidential coaching and support services.  

The Role

The Commercial Analyst will be accountable for analysing and driving the financial performance and operations of Covalent, providing insights and recommendations to improve efficiency, profitability, and growth across the entire value chain. 

The Commercial Analyst works closely with senior management, finance, and other business units to identify and solve complex business problems, generate business cases, conduct decision evaluation, and develop financial models and forecasts.

This is a permanent full-time position working from our Kwinana Head Office, with support for flexible working arrangements including access to our Perth CBD Office and working from home arrangements.

Key Responsibilities 

• Contribute to the execution of strategic initiatives through financial analysis, input to business cases and improving financial acumen across the business.
• Support the Business Planning Process (5YP, forecasts and annual budget) to ensure that deliverables are delivered in full and on time. 
• Develop financial models for new and existing opportunities at different project stages and be a subject matter expert for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and evaluate business opportunities, risks, and challenges.
• Prepare and present clear and concise reports and presentations to senior management and stakeholders.
• Support continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with finance and operational departments to understand drivers, data, and reporting needs.

Role Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, industrial engineering, business administration, or related field.
• 3 years’ experience in a Commercial Analyst, Financial Analyst, or similar position.  
• Familiarity with corporate finance and management accounting principles and practices.
• Self-starter with a pragmatic and ‘can do’ attitude to problem-solving, articulating, and providing solutions.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Resilient, enthusiastic, ability to work autonomously, take initiative and reliably deliver on tight deadlines.
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail and a passion for problem-solving.
• Personal competencies including critical thinking, ability to navigate ambiguity, integrity, perseverance, execution skills and openness.
• Experience in a mining, refining or industrial environment is desirable but not required.

We seek candidates who not only possess a flexible mindset and the ability to challenge traditional thinking but also demonstrate a keen curiosity and a strong willingness to gain firsthand insights by visiting our mining operation at Mt. Holland.

A competitive remuneration package commensurate with the role, candidate experience, skills and qualifications will be offered. 

Our team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Candidates from all backgrounds and ages are welcome to apply, including First Nations People, those who identify as LGBTIQ+, people with disabilities and those with neurodiverse, intersectional, or multiple diverse characteristics.

Covalent Lithium is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, with a focus on our employees. We recognise skills, expertise, commitment and living our values of Purpose, Care, Accountability and Collaboration. Our goal is to attract, develop, motivate, reward, and retain the best people in the industry.

By applying for this position, you agree to the collection, use and disclosure of your Personal Information in accordance with Covalent Lithium’s Privacy Statement.