Senior Accountant - Commercial & Operations

Peabody Energy, Inc.; Peabody (MA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Peabody Energy, a leading coal producer, is seeking an Accountant to join their Operations & Commercial Accounting team. This permanent, full-time role involves overseeing financial compliance with US GAAP and IFRS, maintaining financial integrity, and supporting senior leadership. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in accounting, CA/CPA qualification, and proficiency in accounting practices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Accountant in Professional Services or Commercial accounting roles.
• Understanding of US GAAP and IFRS principles.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Peabody safety policies.
• Oversee financial integrity of general ledgers and accounting records.
• Support internal and external audit processes.

Skills

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in commerce/accounting

CA/CPA Qualification or near completion

Job description

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State: QLD

Country/Region: AU

Postal Code: 4000

Department: Accounting

About the role:
The Operations & Commercial Accounting team oversees US GAAP and IFRS compliance for all Peabody Australia mining and commercial operations. The team ensures timely, accurate financial reporting to support business decisions, while meeting statutory, joint venture, and internal control requirements. This role specifically ensures the integrity of accounting records and provides support to senior accounting leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with allPeabody safety policiesand practices.
• Maintain thefinancial integrityof general ledgers and accounting records for Peabody Australia operations, ensuring compliance withUS GAAP and IFRS.
• Overseeaccurate revenue and expense recognitionfor physical export transactions; prepare and maintain margin reports in collaboration with traders, schedulers, and risk management.
• Assist withmonth-end mark-to-market accountingfor financial instruments, including foreign exchange hedges.
• Apply knowledge offoreign currency transactions, including remeasurement and recognition of gains/losses.
• Support accounting forUS export physical trading activitiesand assist Treasury withweekly cash forecasting.
• Completemonthly financial and management reporting, journal entries, reconciliations, and ensure adherence to deadlines.
• Assist withjoint venture accounting,fixed asset register maintenance, andinvoicing(intercompany and external).
• Contribute toroyalty calculations, take-or-pay assessments, amortisations, government reporting, and accruals.
• Support internal and externalaudit processesandSEC reportingdeliverables.
• Ensure compliance withSOX controlsand internal control frameworks.
• Identify and implementcontinuous improvementopportunities.
• Maintain regular communication withmine site personneland other departments across Brisbane and US offices.
• May requiresite visitsto ensure accurate application of accounting principles.
• Proactively manageprofessional development, including technical training.

The lifestyle:
This position is offered as a permanent, full-time role. Peabody offers flexible work policies including hybrid office / home working arrangements.

About you:

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce / accounting
• CA / CPA Qualification or near completion
• Proven experience working as an Accountant in a Professional Services firm or in Commercial accounting roles
• General understanding of US GAAP and IFRS principles
• Ability to manage internal and external relationships through effective verbal and written communication
• Demonstrated problem solving skills to quickly and effectively resolve issues
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to meet deadlines and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail

Why Join Us?

Peabody is a leading coal producer, providing essential products for the production of affordable, reliable energy & steel. We employ approximately 5,500 people across our operations in the United States & Australia, serving customers in 26 countries.

Our commitment to sustainability underpins everything we do and shapes our strategy for the future.

We offer an inclusive work environment that engages, recognizes, and develops it employees. We strive to create a safe and healthy work culture where all employees are treated with fairness and respect.

Take the first step toward a rewarding career working with us at: Peabody Jobs (peabodyenergy.com)