Project Accountant

About the Company

• The Eva Copper Mine Project is located on the traditional lands of the Kalkadoon People in North West Queensland, approximately 75 km north-west of Cloncurry and about 95 km north-east of Mount Isa.

• The Project is an iron-oxide copper-gold resource featuring multiple open pits and is poised to become the largest greenfield copper mine in Queensland.

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• Join us and hone your skills and develop new ones. Take on big challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration and empowerment.

• While this role forms part of the Eva Copper Alliance, employment will be ongoing with Thiess, with recruitment and employment managed by Thiess.

The Opportunity

• Roster: 8 Days on, 6 Days off | Location: Eva Copper, Queensland | Employment Type: Permanent Fulltime
• Thiess is seeking a Project Accountant to join our team. In this role, you will report to the Finance & Administration Manager where you will provide professional advice and support to the project regarding its financial accountability and controls whilst ensuring financial performance targets are achieved.
• Working a 8/6 roster your duties will include:
  • Ensure timely completion of EOM deliverables and reports
  • Facilitate monthly cost reviews including analysis of key variances to budget
  • The key contributor to cost build ups for the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes
  • Drive financial awareness across the site and ensure financial practices are in line with company policy
  • Ensure financial risks are identified at an early stage
  • Communicate effectively with internal and external key personnel and stakeholders

About You / Requirements

• CPA or CA qualified (or in progress)
• Relevant years of post-qualification experience – mining or heavy industry experience would be highly regarded
• Previous JDE experience highly regarded
• Proficient in MS Office, strong emphasis on Excel
• Excellent time management and organisational skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and multi-task as required
• Drive safety, culture, and productivity in a team environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and influence across the site

What Thiess can do for you

• 8/6 day shift roster
• FIFO from Brisbane or DIDO options available
• Help to build on your career, offering diverse opportunities to expand your skill set
• Health & well-being rewards program through AIA Vitality
• Salary sacrifice options
• Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products

About Thiess

• Thiess works with clients in Australia, Asia and the Americas in the dynamic field of open-cut and underground mining. The pioneering spirit of our founders – the legendary Thiess brothers – is our legacy and has inspired our vision to harness the power of people and technology to drive sustainable change for more than 90 years.
• Learn more about Our Vision, Purpose & Values: https://thiess.com/about/our-vision-purpose-and-values
• At Thiess, we’re creating a culture of curiosity, knowledge-sharing and continuous learning – supporting our people to contribute to Thiess’ success and continued growth in sustainable mining.
• We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision: everyone matters always. We’re focused on creating an inclusive environment to enable our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.
• Learn more about working at Thiess: https://thiess.com/careers

How to apply

• This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess and the Eva Copper Alliance.
• Please click the “apply” button below to apply for this role.
• Thiess follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your recruiter will support you through the process.
• Should you require assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at hiring@thiess.com