Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions

Senior Financial Accountant – Milton QLD

Our Company and Culture

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is a globally recognized leader in supplying equipment, tools, parts, service, and technical solutions for the Mining and Construction industries. Sandvik Group are proud to employ approximately 44,000 people across more than 150 countries.

Our commitment to sustainability is unwavering, and we conduct business in a responsible and ethical manner. Our core values prioritize safety above all else, and we always operate with consideration for the environment and the communities in which we work. Our commitment to integrity and building relationships based on honesty, respect, and trust is paramount.

We recognize that our strength lies in diversity, and we are committed to fostering a workplace that values inclusion, fairness, and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Join us at Sandvik, where we are dedicated to delivering excellence and innovation in the mining and construction industries.

The role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Financial Accountant to join our dedicated Milton Finance team.

Reporting to the Finance Team Lead, the Senior Financial Accountant will play a pivotal role within the team, championing financial excellence. This dynamic position encompasses a variety of responsibilities, including delivering precise and timely accounting support, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and internal controls, spearheading process improvements, and mentoring team members.

This is a full-time position with flexible working options, including condensed working weeks, working from home, flexible start/finish times - for the right candidate, and respecting core reporting periods.  

Areas of responsibility

• Providing technical accounting advice to the business
• Preparation of consolidated statutory accounts
• Identify, document and improve core organizational reporting requirements
• Coaching and mentoring of Financial Accountants
• Provide guidance and support to the Finance Team
• Month end accounting
• Coordinate and maintain financial accounts, general ledger and balance sheet reconciliations
• Drive continuous process improvement and system enhancement initiatives
• Liaising with internal and external Business stakeholders
• Preparation of BAS and FBT returns for review by tax team
• Accountability for performing and documenting evidence of any internal control activities required
• Accountability for key external audit activities
• Other ad-hoc projects, reporting and tasks as and when required

Your profile

You bring extensive financial and corporate accounting experience within a large corporate environment. Your proven ability to work with stakeholders and deliver customer-focused service is complemented by your tertiary qualifications in finance/accounting and/or CA, CPA certification. You excel at prioritizing your work and delegating tasks to ensure team accountability and efficiency.

You demonstrate a strong understanding of organizational, team, and individual priorities, with the ability to effectively organise your work meet deadlines. You possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills and act as an advisor on the application of relevant accounting standards and legislation. Additionally, you are proficient in the Microsoft 365 suite, including Excel and Power BI.

Agencies need not apply.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

What we offer

• Enjoy a rewarding career with a variety of growth opportunities
• Benefit from flexible work-from-home options
• Access our comprehensive Employee Benefits Program, including salary sacrifice options
• Receive a generous 13% superannuation
• Participate in our Company Bonus scheme
• Be recognized through our Length of Service Recognition program
• Take advantage of company-funded paid parental leave
• Enhance your skills with ongoing training and development opportunities

Sandvik is proud to be a Work180 Endorsed Employer for Women. If you would like to know more information about how we are supporting our employees, you can view our policies and benefits on the Work180 website.

Talent Acquisition Specialist
Annaliese Fisher
For further information – [email protected]