Introduction About KMS Kimberley Mineral Sands Pty Ltd (KMS) is a 50/50 joint venture between Sheffield Resources Limited and YGH Australia Investment Pty Ltd (Yansteel). The Thunderbird Mine is located mid-way between Derby and Broome, in the Kimberley region of Western Australia. Thunderbird is one of the largest and highest-grade zircon mineral sands deposits in the world and contains valuable heavy minerals including ilmenite, zircon and leucoxene which are extracted and exported via the Port of Broome. Our head office is based in Broome, and together we are focused on delivering economic and social benefits for the West Kimberley and its communities. We do this through living our values of Integrity, Accountability, Humility, Co-Creation and Inclusivity. Description About the Role This is more than a statutory reporting role. It is a leadership position responsible for the integrity of our financial systems (SAP S/4HANA), the development of a high-performing finance team, and the delivery of critical insights that drive decision-making across our operations. Reporting to the Manager Finance & Commercial, you will take ownership of the financial accounting function, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency while mentoring the Financial Accountant and Payroll Officer. Your Impact You will play a pivotal role in ensuring KMS maintains a robust financial control environment. Your key deliverables will include: Leadership & Mentoring: Manage and develop the Financial Accountant and Payroll Officer, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Financial Integrity: Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring strict adherence to Australian Accounting Standards. Process Optimisation: Champion the use of SAP S/4HANA , driving system improvements to automate workflows and enhance reporting accuracy. Compliance & Treasury: Manage all taxation obligations (BAS, FBT, Payroll Tax, Income Tax) and oversee treasury operations to ensure efficient cash flow management. Complex Analysis: Perform high-level balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis to provide the business with "no-surprise" financial visibility. Skills And Experiences About You To succeed in this role, you must be "hands-on" and enjoy digging into the details while keeping sight of the bigger picture. You bring a strong technical accounting background, ideally gained within the mining or heavy industry sectors. Essential Criteria: Qualifications: CA or CPA qualified (active registration) with a relevant tertiary degree. Experience: 5–7 years in financial accounting within complex environments, with at least 2 years in a leadership/supervisory role . Technical Systems: Advanced proficiency in SAP S/4HANA (FI Module) is highly desirable, along with strong Excel and GL/AR/AP management skills. Compliance Knowledge: Deep understanding of Australian Accounting Standards, taxation laws (including FBT & Payroll Tax), and compliance frameworks. Attributes: You are collaborative, resilient, and articulate, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to operational stakeholders. Why KMS In addition to joining our values focused team, you will enjoy Perth-Based: Enjoy a corporate Monday–Friday roster in the perth CBD, with occasional travel to our world-class site in the Kimberley. Leadership Opportunity: Step into a role where your mentorship directly shapes the capability of the finance team. Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion KMS is committed to advancing an inclusive and diverse workforce culture and environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We acknowledge the different skills, experiences, and perspectives that people from diverse backgrounds including, race, ethnicity, disability, age, gender identity and sexual orientation bring to the workplace, will only strengthen our workforce. We strongly encourage applications from our key priority communities – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, youth, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. How to Apply If you are a driven finance professional looking to add value to a major WA mining operation, apply now with your CV and Cover Letter. This advert will close on 30 January 2026 however, should a suitable candidate be found we reserve the right to close the advert earlier.
