Make your mark with Thiess  

Everyday, all around the world, Thiess supports and celebrates our people. We recognise talent and reward transparency. We champion diversity and embrace change.

Join us. Hone your skills and develop new ones. Take on big challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration and empowerment.  

Thiess is the place to make things happen.

What you’ll do

Reporting to the Head of Financial Reporting, this role is a key technical authority within the Finance function. You’ll support the delivery of Thiess Group statutory reporting obligations, ensure strong governance and controls, and provide authoritative technical accounting advice on complex transactions.

As a trusted Subject Matter Expert (SME), you’ll work closely with senior leaders, auditors, and cross‑functional stakeholders to strengthen reporting integrity and support informed decision‑making at Group and Board level.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly and quarterly Group financial reporting packs in line with IFRS.
• Lead preparation and review of half‑year and full‑year statutory accounts, including the Annual Report.
• Coordinate half‑year and annual external audits, acting as the primary point of contact for auditors.
• Ensure statutory compliance and timely filings across all global jurisdictions.
• Provide expert technical accounting advice on complex transactions, contracts, and business initiatives.
• Prepare technical accounting papers and position memos for senior leadership, auditors, and governance forums.
• Monitor and assess the impact of new and emerging accounting standards across the Group.
• Act as a senior finance leader and trusted advisor, mentoring team members and building technical capability.

What you’ll bring

You are a technically strong, commercially astute finance professional who thrives in complex environments and enjoys influencing at senior levels.

You will bring:

• CPA or CA qualification.
• Extensive experience in financial reporting, statutory accounts, and group consolidation within a large, complex organisation.
• Strong experience managing external audits and regulatory compliance.
• Deep technical accounting expertise, including complex transactions and contract assessments.
• Proven experience implementing new accounting standards and leading change.
• Advanced knowledge and application of IFRS.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to translate complex accounting concepts into clear, practical advice.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong governance mindset with a focus on controls, risk, and compliance.
• Experience with complex leasing and corporate structuring (highly regarded).

What we offer

• Flexible, hybrid work model
• Supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and continuous improvement
• Opportunity to work with an amazing team on a high impact project 
• Collaborative, values-led culture with a global reach.
• Access to leading-edge technology and systems.
• Competitive salary and employee benefits package

About us 

Thiess works with clients in Australia, Asia and the Americas in the dynamic field of open-cut and underground mining. 

The pioneering spirit of our founders – the legendary Thiess brothers – is our legacy, and inspires our vision to harness the power of people and technology to drive sustainable change. 

At Thiess, you will have the opportunity to play a part in the global energy transition. We are growing our commodities portfolio to include metals and minerals critical to the energy transition, and developing services to enable sustainable mining. 

We’re creating a culture of curiosity, knowledge-sharing, and continuous learning – supporting our people to contribute to Thiess’ success and continued growth in sustainable mining. 

We’ll support you to hone your skills and develop new ones, take on challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration and empowerment. We offer our people ongoing technical training and development opportunities so they can reach their full potential. We also invest in the workforce of the future, with a range of programs for people starting their careers. 

We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of better together. We’re focused on creating an inclusive environment to enable our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered. 

Learn more http://thiess.com/makeyourmark

Should you require assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at hiring@thiess.com

How to Apply

This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development, and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess.

Thiess follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your recruiter will support you through the process.

Please click the “apply” button to apply for this role.

Applications close: Thursday 16 April 2026