Senior Management Accountant

Senior Management Accountant

Tungsten Mining is seeking a Senior Management Accountant to join our finance team in Perth, Western Australia. This is a full-time, onsite position based in our Perth office. The role offers the opportunity to significantly influence our financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision-making. You will be instrumental in supporting the organisation's operational and strategic objectives through comprehensive financial management, budgeting, and cost control. This position reports to the Financial Controller and is vital for optimising the financial performance of our mining operations and aligning them with corporate goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, review, and deliver monthly management accounts, operational reports, and financial performance analysis by agreed reporting deadlines.
• Coordinate and support month-end processes, including accruals, journals, cost allocations, inventory adjustments, reconciliations, and balance sheet reviews.
• Develop and maintain operating budgets, forecasts, life-of-mine cost models, and capital expenditure reporting in collaboration with operational and project teams.
• Analyse actual results against budget and forecast, identify key cost drivers, and provide clear commentary on variances, risks, and opportunities.
• Partner with mine operations, processing, exploration, maintenance, and corporate teams to enhance cost visibility, financial discipline, and commercial decision-making.
• Manage capital project reporting, encompassing approvals, commitments, spend tracking, depreciation, project close-out, and post-completion analysis.
• Support statutory reporting, audit preparation, internal controls, delegation of authority compliance, and adherence to relevant accounting standards.
• Maintain and improve financial reporting models, ERP processes, dashboards, and management information to boost accuracy, efficiency, and insight.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis, business case support, and commercial advice for operational initiatives, contract reviews, and improvement projects.
• Mentor and support finance team members, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, continuous improvement, and service to the business.

What we're looking for:

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in management accounting, cost accounting, financial analysis, or a similar commercial finance role.
• Experience in mining, resources, mining services, construction, heavy industry, or a comparable operational environment is preferred.
• A strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, cost control, capital reporting, and month-end close processes.
• Sound knowledge of Australian accounting standards, internal controls, and audit requirements.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience using ERP systems; exposure to SAP, Power BI, Pronto, or similar systems is advantageous.
• The ability to interpret operational data and translate financial information into practical commercial insights for non-finance stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the capacity to prepare concise reports and present financial information clearly.
• High attention to detail, strong analytical capability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to work to deadlines, manage competing priorities, and operate effectively in a dynamic mining environment.
• Willingness to travel to operational sites as required.

About us:

Tungsten Mining is a respected operator in the Australian mining sector, dedicated to sustainable and responsible mining practices. We focus on delivering value to our stakeholders while upholding the highest standards of operational excellence, safety, and environmental stewardship. Our team comprises experienced professionals committed to driving efficiency and growth across our operations. We foster an inclusive workplace culture where employees are empowered to contribute meaningfully to our success and develop their careers within a growing organisation.

Apply now:

If you meet the above criteria and are interested in joining Tungsten Mining as our Senior Management Accountant, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to sap•••••@tungstenmining.com.

Key Facts:

• Salary: $130,000 – $150,000 per year
• Work Type: Full-time
• Location: Perth WA
• Reporting To: Financial Controller
• Application Instructions: Submit resume and cover letter to sap•••••@tungstenmining.com