Mine Accountant

Appoint Recruit; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

This is a true onsite role in an established underground coal mining operation in Central Queensland. You will take full ownership of the site’s end-of-month processes and cost reporting, working with operations to deliver real-time financial insight and performance data.

You will lead cost review meetings, manage fixed assets, accruals, AP/AR and the general ledger, and act as the primary finance contact onsite, helping to drive value and efficiency across site teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mining accounting (essential).
• Strong capability across end-to-end accounting processes.
• Ability to work autonomously and take ownership.
• Engage with site stakeholders in a visible role.

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of end-of-month processes.
• Leading and contributing to cost review meetings.
• Management of fixed assets, accruals, AP/AR and general ledger.
• End-to-end cost control and reporting across site operations.
• Acting as a key point of contact onsite - a true go-to person for finance.
• Working across a broader remit including contracts, procurement and warehouse.

Skills

Mining accounting

Cost reporting

End-to-end accounting

Stakeholder engagement

Autonomous work

Job description

• True onsite role - full ownership across EOM & cost reporting
• Residential or DIDO + subsidised housing & relocation support
• Genuine career advancement and opportunity

The Company:
Our client operates a well-established underground coal mining operation in Central Queensland, supported by a high-performing and close-knit commercial team onsite.

With a strong focus on operational performance, this is a business where finance is embedded in the day-to-day running of the mine, not removed from it. The team works closely with site operations, providing real-time insight and support across cost, production, and commercial decision-making.

The Appointment:
This is not a senior or corporate accounting role, it is a hands-on, operational finance position where you will take full ownership of your portfolio and play a key role in supporting site performance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Full ownership of end-of-month processes
• Leading and contributing to cost review meetings
• Management of fixed assets, accruals, AP/AR and general ledger
• End-to-end cost control and reporting across site operations
• Acting as a key point of contact onsite - a true go-to person for finance
• Working across a broader remit including contracts, procurement and warehouse

The Appointee:
We are seeking a technically strong, hands-on accountant who thrives in an operational environment.

You will bring:

• Proven experience in mining accounting (essential)
• Strong capability across end-to-end accounting processes
• The ability to work autonomously and take ownership of your responsibilities
• Confidence to engage with stakeholders across site in a visible, approachable role
• A practical mindset with the ability to support both finance and operational team
• We are looking for someone who enjoys being close to operations and adding value onsite.