Mining Project Accountant & Site Partner

Golding Contractors; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Golding Contractors in Brisbane seeks an experienced Accountant to join our team, supporting a major mining project and providing on-site financial insight. The role focuses on management accounting, budgeting, forecasting and financial governance to drive cost discipline across the project.

You will lead month‑end reporting, coordinate with site teams and the Brisbane P2P function, and provide commercial advice to project leaders.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce or Finance.
• CPA or CA qualification or working towards completion.
• Experience in management or site-based accounting environments.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting capabilities.
• Experience in mining/construction/project environments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end reporting, including accruals, cost allocation reviews and variance analysis.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting against key financial targets.
• Support monthly project reviews, project workbook maintenance and cost forecasting activities.
• Partner with operational leaders to provide accurate financial insights and improve cost accountability.
• Work closely with Site Administration and the Brisbane P2P team to maintain procurement and invoice controls.
• Manage and resolve issues relating to unmatched invoices, goods receipts and open purchase orders.
• Drive improvements in P2P compliance, reporting and financial governance.
• Provide training and support to site-based Administration, Purchasing and Operational teams on key financial processes.
• Support the preparation of monthly project claims and contractual reporting requirements.
• Provide financial and commercial advice to project leaders and contract managers.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Budgeting/Forecasting

Strong communication

Site travel willingness

Education

CPA or CA qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Golding Contractors in Brisbane seeks an experienced Accountant to join our team, supporting a major mining project and providing on-site financial insight. The role focuses on management accounting, budgeting, forecasting and financial governance to drive cost discipline across the project.

You will lead month‑end reporting, coordinate with site teams and the Brisbane P2P function, and provide commercial advice to project leaders.