About Us
Under our parent company, Korea Zinc Corporation Pty Ltd, our Australian operations (“KZ Australia”) include one of the most technologically advanced zinc refineries in the world, a road transport and logistics business servicing Queensland’s minerals province, a growing stevedoring operation, and a leading Australian renewable energy company specialising in wind, solar, and hydrogen.
Located just 11 km from the Townsville CBD, Sun Metals is one of the world’s most technologically advanced zinc refineries. We produce Special High Grade Zinc metal, Zinc Alloy metal, and by-products including Sulfuric Acid, Copper, Cadmium, and Zinc Ferrite. Our end-to-end processing capabilities include Roasting, Leaching, Purification, Electrolysis, and Casting, with products supplied to both domestic and international markets.
Our mission is to become the best zinc refinery in the world. This means being:
- The safest zinc refinery
- The most environmentally responsible zinc refinery
- The most competitive zinc refinery
Overview of position
Responsible for supporting the preparation, review and integrity of financial information, maintaining accurate accounting records, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards, Internal Control over Financial Reporting (SOX) and company policies across the Australian subsidiary companies ("Group"). The position supports financial reporting, account reconciliation, financial analysis and compliance activities to ensure the accuracy and reliability of financial information.
Key Accountabilities
- Reviewing financial transactions, accounting records and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
- Maintaining and supporting internal control processes relating to financial reporting (SOX) to ensure the integrity and reliability of financial information.
- Reviewing financial reports, reconciliations and accounting records to identify discrepancies and ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Assisting in the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for management and statutory reporting purposes.
- Performing analysis and investigation of financial issues, unusual transactions and account variances, and preparing financial reports with findings and recommendations.
- Assisting with account reconciliations and validation of accounting records to ensure financial information is properly recorded.
- Reviewing business processes and recommending improvements to accounting controls and financial reporting procedures.
- Maintaining financial review documentation, compliance records and supporting schedules in accordance with IFRS, K-SOX and company policies.
- Assisting in preparing reports relating to financial reviews, internal controls and compliance activities for management.
- Reviewing compliance with financial policies, reporting requirements and accounting procedures across key business functions.
- Liaising with Finance, Accounting and operational departments to resolve accounting issues and improve financial reporting processes.
- Supporting internal and external audit activities by providing financial information, accounting records and supporting documentation.
- Communicating with external auditors regarding financial reporting matters and audit requirements.
- Assisting in planning annual SOX testing and financial compliance review schedules.
- Providing guidance and training to relevant managers and employees on financial reporting requirements and internal control procedures.
- Ensuring financial records and reports comply with Australian Accounting Standards, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), K-SOX requirements and company policies.
- Conducting regular testing of SOX compliance and reviewing internal controls to ensure the integrity of financial reporting.
- Preparing and reporting SOX compliance findings and recommendations to management.
- Liaising with external auditors and assisting in the coordination of annual SOX testing and external audit activities.
Experience
- Ideally, a minimum of 3 years' experience in accounting, financial reporting and financial compliance.
- Experience in maintaining accounting records, preparing financial reports, account reconciliations, and supporting internal and external audits.
- Experience with Australian Accounting Standards, IFRS, SOX and internal financial controls is highly regarded
Qualifications
▪ Relevant tertiary qualification in business, economics, finance or equivalent.
▪ Relevant CA, CPA or CIA qualification.
Knowledge
▪ Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation and demonstrated ability to apply knowledge to practical situations.
▪ Strong understanding of IFRS and Australian GAAP.
▪ Detailed knowledge of business practices and activities relating to refining or processing environment.
Skills
▪ High level of ability in MS Excel.
▪ Effective written and verbal communication skills.
▪ Multi-tasking abilities.
▪ Ability to manage timelines while working on numerous tasks simultaneously
Pay: $85,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
