Business Analyst

Business Analyst

We are seeking a dedicated Business Analyst to join our team. This role supports key stakeholders with month-end management accounting, reporting and financial analysis for our operations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong analytical approach coupled with exceptional interpersonal skills. Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques is critical, along with the ability to translate findings into actionable insights.

Here's what awaits you

• 5/2 roster
• Permanent position offering job security
• Career progression

Description

• Manage the NSMS site month-end process to ensure timely and accurate reporting, including preparation of monthly journals, maintenance of cost allocation workbooks, facilitation of cost review meetings, maintenance of the fixed asset register and GL reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management reporting for operations, including variance analysis and commentary on financial performance and KPIs.
• Contribute to the preparation of the annual budget and forecasts for the operations supported.
• Partner with NSMS site leadership to provide insights into costs and financial drivers to support decision-making, including opportunities for cost and other efficiencies.
• Coach key stakeholders on finance acumen to improve cost management and data collection.
• Undertake ad hoc financial analysis and projects.
• Identify opportunities for process automation and efficiency improvements across the finance function and implement solutions.
• Travel to site occasionally where required.

To thrive in this role, you'll need

Qualifications & Experience

• A tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or equivalent.
• Minimum 3–5 years' relevant experience in a finance position, ideally within the mining or resources industry.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong computer literacy across the MS Office suite, with experience building and maintaining financial models in Excel.
• Pronto ERP experience is highly regarded.
• Prior experience using Power BI for data visualisation is highly regarded.

Discover the perks of working at Northern Star

• Company-subsidised GU Health Insurance.
• Short-term incentive bonus programme.
• Employee Share Plan programmes.
• Gold standard parental leave policy.
• GoldSTARR rewards programme – cash savings for everyday expenses.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), including free, confidential counselling and wellbeing services.
• Salary continuance (income protection) insurance from commencement.
• Salary sacrificing benefits, including novated leasing and remote area living benefit options.

Eligibility

Candidates must meet our pre-employment criteria, which include:

• A medical.
• Drug and alcohol screening.
• Relevant right to work.
• Valid Australian national police clearance.

Northern Star is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.

Apply now to join the Northern Star team!

Want to know more about Northern Star? Search www.nsms.com