Strategic Accounting Policy Advisor

1 week ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia BHP Group Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled accounting professional to join our team as a Principal Accounting Policy Advisor. This is a critical role that requires a strong command of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and the ability to translate complex accounting standards into actionable advice.

As a key member of our accounting policy team, you will be responsible for providing in-depth accounting advice on intricate and challenging financial matters. You will work closely with senior stakeholders across the company, including teams in Finance, Legal, and Sustainability, as well as external auditors and regulators.

This is a 12-month fixed-term opportunity based in one of our offices in Perth, Brisbane, or Adelaide. We are looking for a highly skilled accounting professional who thrives in environments that require deep technical knowledge, strong analytical skills, and a hands-on approach to problem-solving.

About You
  • 8-10+ years of significant financial experience.
  • Experience of working in the accounting policy/technical team in a large accounting professional services firm, providing technical advice to both audit teams and external clients.
  • Superior communication, facilitation, influencing, and interpersonal skills, essential to building constructive relationships and credibility with diverse stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
  • Bachelor of Commerce, Management, Finance, or Accounting degree and professional accounting designation - both required.
  • CA/CPA qualified with experience within a large, complex, and global organization.
  • Strong understanding of IFRS and external reporting requirements.
About Our Process

We are committed to employing individuals who align with the BHP Charter Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants' suitability for a role, including police/criminal background checks, medical, drug, and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.

About Our Company

The BHP Group is a global mining, metals, and energy company that operates in over 100 countries. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and be at their best every day. We are focused on creating a workforce that is more diverse and represents the communities where we work and live.

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