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At Orica, it's the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.  From the production and supply of explosives, blasting systems, mining chemicals and geotechnical monitoring to our cutting-edge digital solutions and comprehensive range of services, we sustainably mobilize the earth's resources.   

It's an exciting time to join us - we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

We are excited to announce a new opportunity for a Manager - Financial Controlling within the Orica Specialty Mining Chemicals team.

This position manages the financial accounting function for the Specialty Mining Chemicals group, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and Orica's financial controls and standards and ensuring statutory and tax reporting compliance

• Prepares business unit financial statements - business unit B/S, P&L, Cash Flow. Consolidate financial statements
• Ensures allocated month end processes and procedures are performed in a timely and accurate manner 
• Ensures all transactions are appropriately recorded, the financial information reported has integrity and consistently complies with Orica's accounting policies
• Manages the General Ledger including month end close, review and reconciliation  
• Super user of Infor M3 ERP
• Participates in internal and external audits
• Acts as contact for External auditing requirements and ensure Audit packs are complete and accurate
• Ensures appropriate internal controls are embedded in any process/system developed in relevant ledgers
• Manages the bi-annual assurance process including Balance Sheet review and Letter of Assurance
• Maintains robust Intercompany Accounting processes include reconciliation and follow up (via GBS if applicable  
• Oversee payroll, accounts payable, receivable and banking processes 
• Supports finance projects, cost savings initiatives or benefits programs, or ad hoc tasks as directed 
• Provides finance support to group or support functions as required 
• Drives timely and accurate completion of region / group quarterly/annual filings and shareholder reports 
• Prepares legal entity statutory accounts and Investor Relations reporting
• Manage the tax compliance process for Cyanco entities and the information provided to the Orica Tax Group
• Co-ordinates improvement initiatives to the Business balance sheet (capital efficiency & TWC optimisation)
• Manage the annual insurance renewal process

• Minimum 8 years of experience post professional qualification, including 5 years of direct people management experience
• Bachelor's degree in accounting
• Professional accounting qualification (i.e. CPA or CMA)
• Relevant experience in financial controlling, statutory and tax accounting roles, preferably in large companies
• Proven ability to lead a team, including building a collaborative approach in the development of the direction and operations of the workstream
• Proven influencer, able to manage processes across multiple stakeholder groups
• Experience in implementing process improvement initiatives would be desirable
• Demonstrated skills associated with building strong vendor &/or customer relationships
• Financial acumen & budgeting experience
• Experience with Infor M3 ERP a plus

• Manage a team of 2 direct reports and 1 indirect report

• This role follows a hybrid schedule, requiring three (3) days per week onsite at our Centennial, Colorado office.

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills. 

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Salary to be determined by the applicant's experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Compensation Range  

• Between $118,275 and $140,000  
• Eligible for annual short-term incentive plan 

Benefits (Full Time Employees)

• Medical/Prescription Drug - Two (2) plans to choose from 
• Dental - One (1) plan to choose from 
• Vision - One (1) plan to choose from 
• Health Savings Account 
• Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Basic Employee Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance 
• Voluntary Employee/Dependent Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance 
• Company provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 
• Company provided Employee Assistance Program 
• 401(k) + Company Match- 100% vested on first day. 
• Company provided Bonding Leave 
• Accrued Paid Time Off 
• Paid Sick & Safe Time 
• Nine (9) Scheduled Holidays + Two (2) Floating Holidays

How and When to Apply 

If interested in this role, please apply at www.orica.com/careers to Job Requisition 37862

Application Deadline:  June 30, 2026

Orica is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are a Drug-free workplace.  

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone's contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.

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