Finance Business Partner

Finance Business Partner - North Surface Coal

Company: Orica

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world. It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

Looking for a role where your expertise truly makes an impact? Join us as a Finance Business Partner and be a key driver in shaping the financial success of our North Surface Coal Business – Orica's largest regional contributor and NSC now generating over $600m turnover and the highest growing region in last 3 years. Based in our Cannon Hill Office (office planned to move to Windsor in early 2025), you will work at the center of operations – where your insights help shape smarter decisions and stronger outcomes. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with operational teams, provide meaningful financial insights, and drive improvements that make a real difference. Your voice matters here – your ideas, your perspective, and your ability to influence change will help us deliver on our strategy and create lasting value. Bring your skills, confidence, and ambition to a global leader that values diversity, innovation, and growth. This is your opportunity to lead with impact and be part of something bigger. Apply today and help us shape the future at Orica

What you will be doing

- You will drive accountability for regional financial performance and provide expert financial support across the business;

- Deliver analysis, visibility, and insights into underlying business unit performance to inform decisions;

- To partner with leadership teams to support decision-making, target setting, investments, and performance improvement;

- Translate strategic and operational plans into budgets and forecasts that enhance delivery and results;

- To conduct strategic financial analysis, including portfolio reviews, margin improvement opportunities, and cost reduction initiatives;

- You will perform contract reviews, tender modeling, and scenario analysis to guide pricing, capital investment, and operational decisions;

- Lead month-end close activities and maintain ongoing dialogue with the business to answer queries and ensure alignment with corporate strategy and KPIs.

What you will bring

Critical Thinking

- Financial acumen to interpret financial data and provide valuable insights;

- Analytical skills to identify trends and provide meaningful recommendations.

Communication and Influencing Skills

- Effective communication to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders;

- Ability to articulate the link between financial data and performance and operational drivers;

- Ability to present complex concepts in a clear and concise manner;

- Ability to influence decision making processes.

Collaboration and Relationship Building

- Consulting skills to analyse and understand the business needs and provide tailored advice, support and recommendations;

- Collaboration skills to connect cross-functional teams to bring in different perspectives and facilitate effective decision making.

Experience

- A relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting or Business;

- A professional accounting designation (CA, CMA, CPA, or CIMA) or currently in the final stages of completing one;

- 5+ years of post-graduate experience in accounting, finance, or a related field;

- Experience in mining or manufacturing is a plus;

- Familiarity with SAP modules (such as BPC, BI Hana) and HFM would be an advantage;

- With strong understanding of accounting standards and principles.

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills. You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.

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