Senior Accountant – Group Finance

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Perilya Limited is a well-established Australian mining company with a proud history and a strong international footprint. Headquartered in Adelaide, South Australia, we are owned by Zhongjin Lingnan Nonfemet, one of China's largest and most respected mining enterprises, giving us the backing of a global mining leader while maintaining a strong Australian identity.

Our operations include the iconic Broken Hill Operation in New South Wales—one of the world's great base metals mines with over 130 years of continuous production—and the first underground mining operation in the Dominican Republic, Coridom, which continues to deliver high-quality zinc, lead, copper, and silver. Together, these assets form the foundation of a business with scale, resilience, and long-term growth opportunities.

Perilya is recognised for its commitment to operational excellence, safety leadership, and environmental responsibility. We pride ourselves on investing in our people and communities, with a strong focus on workforce development, diversity, and creating career pathways across both corporate and operational sites. Our collaborative culture values integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement, making Perilya a workplace where talented people can thrive and contribute to a sustainable future in mining.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant – Group Finance to join our Adelaide-based Corporate Finance team. This role reports directly to the Financial Controller and plays a key part in statutory reporting, group consolidation, audit management, and shareholder reporting across our global operations. This is a rare opportunity to step into a technically challenging group finance role within a centralised head office environment, where you will gain international exposure and work closely with senior leaders and shareholders.

• In this role, you will play a central part in ensuring the financial integrity and governance of Perilya's Group operations. Your key responsibilities will include:
• Statutory Accounts & Compliance – Prepare statutory accounts in line with AASB, IFRS, and Corporations Act requirements, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Group Consolidation – Lead the consolidation of multiple domestic and international entities, including foreign currency translation, intercompany reconciliations, and ownership adjustments to deliver accurate group financial results.
• Audit & Assurance – Manage the end-to-end external audit process, acting as the primary contact for auditors, preparing supporting workpapers, and ensuring that all deliverables are complete, accurate, and audit-ready.
• Shareholder & Parent Company Reporting – Support quarterly, half-yearly, and annual reporting cycles for Perilya's parent company in China, ensuring submissions are accurate, timely, and aligned with shareholder governance standards.
• Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis – Contribute to the Group's planning processes, including consolidation of budgets and forecasts, detailed variance analysis, and providing insights to support decision-making at senior leadership and Board level.
• Governance & Internal Controls – Maintain and update Group accounting policies, procedures, and internal control frameworks, ensuring compliance with Delegations of Authority and broader corporate governance requirements.
• Systems & Process Improvement – Drive efficiency and accuracy across ERP and reporting systems (Pronto), supporting system enhancements, automation initiatives, and process optimisation projects.

• You will be a technically strong accountant who enjoys complex, multi-entity environments and has a passion for governance and accuracy. You will bring:
• CPA or CA qualification (mandatory).
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce.
• 4–6 years' experience in statutory reporting and group consolidation.
• Strong technical knowledge of AASB and Corporations Act requirements.
• Experience working with external auditors and preparing technical papers.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (Pronto or equivalent) and advanced Excel.
• Experience in mining/resources or other capital-intensive industries (desirable).
• Exposure to shareholder or multinational group reporting (desirable).

• Competitive remuneration
• Opportunity to work in a global mining group with career development pathways
• Dynamic corporate environment, with exposure to international reporting and audit
• Collaborative and high-performing team culture

At Perilya, we prioritise accuracy, accountability, and operational excellence. Our people are valued for their integrity and capability, and we support long-term career progression.

If you are a skilled finance professional seeking your next step in group reporting and audit leadership, we'd love to hear from you. To be considered for this role, please submit a brief covering letter and CV by following the APPLY NOW prompts.

We are committed to building an inclusive workforce where everyone can contribute, grow, and succeed. We value diversity and inclusion and strongly encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and candidates from culturally diverse backgrounds.