Senior Mine Accountant

Whitehaven Coalis the dominant player in Australia's only emerging high-quality coal basin. With a culture based on our STRIVE values, our reputation for excellence in project delivery and safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operations continues to grow.

Our STRIVEValues connect us and define how we behave. Whitehaven Coal award, recognise and celebrate individuals and teams going above and beyond the requirements of their role to deliver excellent outcomes while demonstrating our values of Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence.

About The Role.

Are you a detail-driven finance professional ready to make your mark in the mining sector? We're seeking a Senior Mine Accountant to provide trusted financial leadership and analytical insight across our mine site operations.

In this pivotal role, you'll partner closely with operational teams to translate data into actionable insights — helping to shape smarter decisions, stronger cost control, and continuous improvement across the business.

This role is based in our Newcastle Office and will be required travel to operational sites located in NSW. Site visits are key to building relationships with your stakeholders to ensure an effective partnership with site based personnel and to learn the ins and outs of our operations.

What You'll Do

• Lead accurate and timely financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes
• Deliver clear analysis of operational and financial performance to guide decision-making
• Champion effective cost management and capital control
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, corporate policies, and a strong safety-first culture
• Complete the month end process as per timetable, including finalisation of month end accounts and preparation of variance analysis against budget and/or forecast.
• Prepare and enter any standard journals into the ERP (prepayments, accruals, commitment journals etc.)
• Manage all accounting and financial reporting, including monthly site reporting and ad-hoc reporting as required
• Complete all audit requirements including hard close, half and full year audit processes, and joint venture accounting and reporting
• Mentor and guide junior accounting staff, sharing technical expertise and operational insight

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor of Commerce / Accounting / Business or related field.
• CPA or CA membership.
• Proven experience in management or mine accounting within a complex operational environment
• Systems experience (TM1 Planning Analytics, Pulse & SAP are desirable).
• You are dynamic, driven, energetic and have a positive attitude.
• You display a 'growth mindset' and have a strong desire to learn and improve.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to influence non-financial stakeholders
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and prioritise tasks.
• Knowledge of Australian accounting standards

Why Whitehaven Coal?

• Career development and training opportunities within a growing ASX-listed company
• Supportive, team-based culture focused on safety and respect
• 26 wks. Paid Parental Leave
• Bonus Scheme + $1k Company shares
• Employee Discounts: groceries, petrol, fashion, entertainment plus more
• $4k for successful employee referrals

If you are a dedicated professional looking to contribute to a dynamic team in the mining industry, we encourage you to apply. Join us in our mission to drive sustainable growth and excellence in mining operations.

Whitehaven Coal is committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace. We strive for an inclusive workplace that engages people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes diversity of gender, culture and experience.