Due to ongoing growth, Perseus Mining is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join our Subiaco office. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will prepare statutory financial statements, manage financial reporting processes, engage with auditors, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This role is indispensable to the success of the financial team, overseeing all financial accounting activities within the Group, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Responsibilities
- Prepare statutory financial statements in compliance with Australian and International Financial Reporting Standards for the consolidated Group and subsidiaries.
- Develop supporting workpapers for half-year and full-year audits.
- Prepare accounting issues papers for the audit and risk committee.
- Lead engagement with auditors and assist in the preparation and audit of subsidiary statutory accounts.
- Ensure compliance with financial reporting standards across the Group.
- Conduct financial accounting research and provide recommendations.
- Assist with treasury functions and the preparation of quarterly, half-year, and annual reports.
- Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, banks, and creditors.
- Support process improvement initiatives and develop financial control systems.
About You
Our ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience, ideally in a corporate role within a multinational mining company or a leading global accounting firm, in addition to:
- Strong communication skills to effectively liaise with non-finance staff and drive change.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and business databases.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Passion for understanding and educating others on financial reporting.
- Familiarity with Pronto or SAP ERP systems.
- Ability to produce high-quality reports, policies, and action plans.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the mining industry.
- Passion for process improvement.
- Strong preference for a collaborative work environment.
Highly Desirable
- Previous experience implementing a new ERP system.
Qualifications & Licences
- Tertiary qualifications in Accounting and Finance or equivalent.
Where You’ll Be Working
This position is based in Perseus’s Subiaco office, with a corporate team of roughly 40 employees and growing. You’ll join a small corporate team, allowing for close interactions across all departments and levels of the business.
What We Offer
We value our employees, encouraging professional growth whilst cultivating a collaborative work environment alongside:
- Competitive remuneration package.
- Short-term incentive plans.
- Agile Working Policy.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Supporting Learning and Development programs.
- Internal mentoring opportunities.
- Close to public transport, 400m from Subiaco train station.
About Us
Perseus Mining is a growing African gold producer, developer, and explorer. The Perseus Group operates three gold mines, Edikan Gold Mine in Ghana, plus Sissingué and Yaouré Gold Mines in Côte d’Ivoire. The Perseus Group also has development projects in Tanzania as well as exploration projects in Côte d’Ivoire and Sudan and is continuing to explore other African regions.
Perseus is implementing an annual growth strategy designed to maintain the Perseus Group’s gold production at or above 500,000 ounces per year from multiple operating mines located on the African continent.
How to Apply
If you are interested in working with a highly committed, skilled, and dynamic team, please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking ‘Apply Now’.
Applications close on 18 October 2024. Perseus Mining reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
To align with Perseus Mining’s commitment to safety, the successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including a medical screening.
Perseus Mining is an equal opportunity employer that supports and cultivates a diverse workforce. We value our employees and empower them to enhance their skills and advance their careers.
To learn more about Perseus Mining visit https://perseusmining.com/
Your application will include the following questions:
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- How many years’ experience do you have as a financial accountant?
- Have you completed a chartered accountant (CA) qualification?
- How many years of auditing experience do you have?
- Have you completed a qualification in accounting?
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