Project Accountant

Make your mark with ThiessEvery 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.The OpportunityThiess are seeking an experienced Project Accountant to join our Pembroke Resource's project in the Bowen Basin - the Olive Downs Complex.Pembroke Resource's Olive Downs Complex is a greenfield project located 40 kilometres south-east of Moranbah which commenced mining operations mid-2023. Thiess has been awarded a five-year contract to deliver full service mining operations, including mine planning overburden removal, drill and blast, load and haul (Autonomous), water management and rehabilitation as well as construction of the mine infrastructure.About The RoleIn this role, you will report to the Finance & Administration Manager where you will provide professional advice and support to the project regarding its financial accountability and controls whilst ensuring financial performance targets are achieved.Working a 5/2/4/3 roster your duties will include:

• Ensure timely completion of EOM deliverables and reports
• Facilitate monthly cost reviews including analysis of key variances to budget
• A key contributor to cost build-ups for the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes
• Drive financial awareness across the site and ensure financial practices are in line with company policy
• Ensure financial risks are identified at an early stage
• Communicating effectively with internal and external key personnel and stakeholders

About you

• CPA or CA qualified (or in progress)
• Relevant years of post-qualification experience - mining or heavy industry experience would be highly regarded
• Previous JDE experience highly regarded but not essential
• Proficient in MS Office, strong emphasis on Excel
• Excellent time management and organisational skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and multi-task as required
• Drive safety, culture, and productivity in a team environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and influence across the site

What Thiess can do for you

• Permanent full-time position
• 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, FIFO or DIDO)
• Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products.

About usThiess 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 - 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.Learn moreShould you require assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us atHow to applyThis 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.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.To apply for this role, please click the 'Apply' button or the link below.The Strong & Sustainable Resource Communities Act 2017 principles apply to this position.