Senior Management Accountant

Job title : Senior Management Accountant
Location : Western Australia
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Contact name : Ben Mason
Contact email : bmason@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : 1716496
Overview

We are seeking a Senior Management Accountant to join a commercially focused finance team within a mining environment.
This role will play a key part in driving cost control, budgeting, and performance analysis, while acting as a true business partner to operational and site-based stakeholders.
The position is suited to a candidate who enjoys working closely with the business, influencing decision-making, and providing clear, actionable financial insights.

Key Responsibilities
  • Cost Control & Analysis
    • Monitor and analyse operational and project costs
    • Deliver variance analysis and identify key cost drivers
    • Provide recommendations to improve cost efficiency
  • Budgeting & Forecasting
    • Lead budgeting and reforecasting processes
    • Partner with operations to build accurate forecasts
    • Track performance against plan and highlight risks/opportunities
  • Business Partnering
    • Work closely with site and operational teams
    • Translate financial data into commercial insights
    • Support decision-making across production and cost initiatives
  • Reporting
    • Prepare monthly management reports and performance packs
    • Provide clear commentary for senior leadership
    • Support continuous improvement in reporting processes
Candidate Profile
  • CA/CPA qualified (or near completion)
  • 5+ years' experience in management accounting or commercial finance
  • Mining, resources, or heavy industry experience preferred
  • Strong cost control and financial analysis capability
  • Proven ability to partner with non-finance stakeholders
  • Advanced Excel skills; ERP experience (Pronto/SAP/Oracle) advantageous
Key Attributes
  • Commercially minded and outcomes-focused
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills
  • Proactive, hands-on approach
  • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, operational environment
Why This Role
  • Highly visible, commercial finance position
  • Direct exposure to operations and senior leadership
  • Opportunity to influence cost and performance outcomes
  • Strong salary package with flexibility
How to Apply
If this position is of interest please reach out to Ben Mason on 0428 830555 or email an updated resume to bmason@sharpandcarter.com.au