Financial Leader - Commercial

Harmony Australasia; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international mining company, Harmony Australasia, seeks a Business Analyst to enhance operational efficiencies and reduce costs within their Queensland projects. This role involves supervising payroll functions and conducting deep financial analyses to support strategic decisions. Successful candidates will have significant experience in business analysis, ideally within the mining sector.

Benefits

Flexible working practices

Corporate/discounted rates with Medibank and Qantas Club

Access to Harmony’s benefits discounts scheme

Opportunity to work in an international environment

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in business analysis, preferably in mining.
• Strong understanding of business operations in mining.
• Proficiency in business intelligence tools and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the payroll function with a team of 4.
• Conduct detailed data analysis to support decision-making.
• Develop KPIs and dashboards to track performance in mining operations.

Skills

Data analysis

Financial modeling

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or Economics

Tools

Power BI

Excel

SQL

Pronto

Job description

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Harmony is the largest gold producer by volume in South Africa and is a significant operator of gold tailings retreatment facilities. In Papua New Guinea, Harmony owns and operates the Hidden Valley mine and owns 50% of the Tier 1 Wafi-Golpu copper-gold project. Harmony is currently preparing to progress the Execution Phase of the Eva Copper Mine Project in Queensland, Australia. These assets are supported by the Harmony Australasia regional corporate office located in Milton, Brisbane.

Reporting to the Group Manager you will be Responsible for analyzing and improving business processes, identifying areas for cost reduction, driving efficiency, and providing strategic insights to support decision-making across various departments with a strong understanding of the mining sector, financial analysis, data analytics, and project management to optimize business performance.
For the first 12 months this role will be 60% leading and supervising the payroll function with a team of 4.

Area of responsibility:

• Lead and supervise the payroll function (team of 4) including system and compliance improvement projects.
• Lead business analysis efforts to identify opportunities for operational improvement and cost-saving initiatives within our mining operations.
• Conduct detailed data analysis, financial modeling, and trend analysis to support business decision-making.
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboards to track mining operations' performance, efficiency, and profitability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, finance, procurement, and production, to define business requirements and translate them into actionable solutions.
• Provide recommendations for optimizing workflows, resource allocation, and operational strategies.
• Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and competitor performance to provide valuable insights for strategic planning.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation of processes, procedures, and business requirements.
• Support project management initiatives by defining project scope, tracking progress, and ensuring the successful delivery of key projects within budget and on time.
• Ensure alignment between business operations and IT systems, recommending technology solutions to streamline processes.
• Act as a subject matter expert on business operations, providing support to senior management with data-driven insights to inform key decisions.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying new methodologies, tools, and techniques to improve business analysis and reporting.

Qualifications, Education & Experience:

• Knowledge of mining software and ERP systems (Pronto).
• Exposure to Payroll would be beneficial
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in business analysis, with a preference for experience in the mining or natural resources industry.
• Excellent understanding of business operations in a mining environment, including production, supply chain, and finance.
• Proven ability to work with senior stakeholders to translate business needs into practical solutions.
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and data analysis software (e.g., Excel, SQL).
• Strong proficiency in data analysis, financial modeling, and performance metrics.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team and present complex information to non-technical audiences.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Economics.

Personal Attributes & Abilities:

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with competing priorities.
• Have a strong financial background in the mining sector.
• Strong attention to detail, with a focus on delivering accurate and actionable insights.
• Excellent leadership qualities with the ability to mentor and guide junior team members.
• Have a proactive mindset, with a passion for driving efficiency and operational excellence.

What are the benefits of working for Harmony?

• Flexible working practises.
• Eligible to participate in the company bonus scheme.
• Corporate / discounted rates with Medibank and Qantas Club.
• Access to Harmony’s benefits discounts scheme.
• The opportunity to work for an international mining company with a diverse workforce.

If you believe you have the skills, knowledge and experience to fulfil this role, please submit your application online. Please include a Cover Letter which outlines how your skills and experience align with this role.

Salary will be negotiated commensurate with experience.

To learn more about Harmony, please visit our website www.harmony.co.za

Please note we will be considering applications on an ongoing basis and therefore encourage you to apply at your earliest opportunity.

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Harmony Australasia corporate office, located in Brisbane, provides support to our operations and projects located in Papua New Guinea and North-West Queensland.

We are the largest gold producer by volume in South Africa and a significant operator of gold tailings retreatment facilities.

In Papua New Guinea, Harmony owns and operates the Hidden Valley Mine and owns 50% of the Tier 1 Wafi-Golpu copper-gold project.

In Australia, our Eva Copper Mine Project is poised to become one of the largest new mines in Queensland.

Harmony Australasia corporate office, located in Brisbane, provides support to our operations and projects located in Papua New Guinea and North-West Queensland.

We are the largest gold producer by volume in South Africa and a significant operator of gold tailings retreatment facilities.

In Papua New Guinea, Harmony owns and operates the Hidden Valley Mine and owns 50% of the Tier 1 Wafi-Golpu copper-gold project.

In Australia, our Eva Copper Mine Project is poised to become one of the largest new mines in Queensland.

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