Specialist Commercial Analyst

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

Benefits offered by this job

Residential or DIDO with accommodation

9 day fortnight

Job summary

Golding Contractors at Meandu Mine seeks a Specialist Commercial Analyst to drive commercial performance through rigorous financial analysis, project forecasting, and contract management. You will partner with operational leaders and corporate stakeholders to provide insights that shape decisions and improve profitability.

The role covers month-end reporting, budgeting, variance analysis, claims management, and continuous improvement of commercial systems, with flexible work options including

Qualifications

• Commercial analysis experience in mining, construction or heavy industry.
• Understanding of activity-based costing and financial governance.
• Strong financial modelling and data interpretation skills.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate month-end reporting, financial analysis, variance reporting, and project forecasting.
• Manage project claims, budgets and cost control while providing commercial advice.
• Support contract administration, risk identification and stakeholder engagement.
• Conduct modelling and performance analysis to identify profitability opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement across commercial systems and reporting.

Skills

Activity Based Costing

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Contract management

Financial modelling

SAP

Excel

Stakholder engagement

Communication skills

XERAS

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Commerce/Finance/Accounting/Business/Economics

Tools

SAP

Excel

XERAS

Job description

Golding is a successful mining, urban, and civil infrastructure project services business with operations across Queensland and South Australia. We are reliable and cost-effective, working hard to achieve successful outcomes for our clients by partnering with them in ways that create and deliver value.

Golding is currently recruiting for a Specialist Commercial Analyst to join our team at Meandu Mine. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded professional to play a key role in supporting project performance through financial analysis, commercial leadership, contract management, and strategic decision-making. Working closely with operational leaders and corporate stakeholders, you will help drive commercial outcomes and provide valuable insights that contribute to project success.

Option for residential or DIDO with accommodation provided and option for9 day fortnightor flexible work arrangements.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver accurate and timely month-end reporting, financial analysis, variance reporting, and project forecasting to support operational decision-making.

Manage project claims, budgets and cost control activities while providing commercial advice to operational teams.

Support contract administration and compliance activities, including interpretation of contract terms, risk identification, stakeholder engagement, and resolution of commercial issues.

Conduct financial modelling and performance analysis to identify risks, trends, and opportunities that improve project profitability and commercial outcomes.

Drive continuous improvement across commercial systems, processes, and reporting.

Capability Requirements

Relevant tertiary qualifications in Commerce, Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related discipline.

Demonstrated experience in commercial analysis with a sound understanding of Activity Based Costing, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and contract management within mining, construction, or heavy industry environments.

Strong analytical and financial modelling skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and provide practical commercial recommendations.

Sound understanding of contractual obligations, risk management, and financial governance principles.

Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Experience working with SAP and proficiency in Microsoft Excel essential and experience with XERAS would be advantageous.

Why Join Golding?

Employee-Centric Success:Our success is driven by the diverse talents, contributions, and initiatives of our employees.

Core Values:We operate with integrity and honesty, guided by our strong values and commitment to doing the right thing.

Commitment to Excellence:We prioritise safety, environmental responsibility, and quality in everything we do.

Competitive remuneration package with annual reviews.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.