Whitehaven Coal is the dominant player in Australia’s only emerging high-quality coal basin. With a culture based on our STRIVE values, our reputation for excellence in project delivery and safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operations continues to grow. Our STRIVE Values connect us and define how we behave. Whitehaven Coal award, recognise and celebrate individuals and teams going above and beyond the requirements of their role to deliver excellent outcomes while demonstrating our values of Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence.About The CompanyWe’re one of Australia’s leading coal producers and we’re proud of it. Coal is in our DNA and our work is critical for people, industries and communities both here in Australia and overseas.ASX listed, we operate six mines across NSW and QLD, producing metallurgical coal that’s critical for steelmaking and thermal coal that will support the world’s energy security as we move through the energy transition. Whitehaven Coal is poised for continued growth through the optimisation of existing assets and the assessment of future acquisition opportunities. Our people, values and performance culture underpin our success. About The RoleWe have recently created position as Group Manager – Shared Services to be accountable for the end‑to‑end performance, governance, and continual improvement of Whitehaven’s Shared Services functions, including Payroll and Accounts Payable. This role is critical to ensuring strong governance, controls and compliance across high‑volume, transaction‑intensive functions, while also driving performance, efficiency and continual improvement.We are seeking a forward‑thinking Shared Services leader who has successfully run large-scale transactional environments and who can balance operational excellence with future‑focused transformation. A key expectation of this role is to develop and execute a roadmap for AI, automation and system‑enabled efficiencies, ensuring the Shared Services function is scalable, resilient and best‑in‑class.This position reports to the Deputy Chief Financial Officer and partners closely with Finance, Operations, People & Culture and Technology. What You'll DoProvide end‑to‑end leadership of Payroll and Accounts Payable shared services operationsAct as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and operational stakeholders, balancing commercial outcomes with risk managementEnsure accurate, compliant and timely delivery of payroll and payment outcomes across the GroupEstablish and maintain strong governance, risk and control frameworksDrive performance, productivity and cost efficiency across Shared ServicesLead system enhancements, process standardisation and transformation initiativesDevelop a clear AI and automation roadmap to support future operating modelsBuild, lead and mentor a high‑performing Shared Services leadership teamWhat You'll BringTertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, Business or a related disciplineExtensive experience (15 years) within Shared Services or large‑scale transactional environmentsSenior leadership experience across Shared Services, Finance Operations or enterprise‑wide service functions within large, complex, multi-site organisation (mining, resources or heavy industry highly desirable)Strong technical expertise across payroll, accounts payable, procure‑to‑pay and financial control frameworksProven experience operating within large ERP environments (e.g. SAP, Oracle or Workday)Highly developed stakeholder engagement, influencing and change leadership capabilityForward‑looking mindset with a strong interest in AI, automation and future ways of workingWhy Whitehaven?Executive leadership opportunity in a growing ASX‑listed companyNewly created role with scope to shape and mature the Shared Services modelAttractive remuneration, performance incentives and long‑term career opportunityWhitehaven Coal is committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace. We strive for an inclusive workplace that engages people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes diversity of gender, culture and experience. Whitehaven Coal is working with the RSL Employment Program to support veterans and partners of current or former Defence members in finding meaningful and sustainable employment. If you would like assistance with your application, you can reach out to the program via the following link: https://www.rslqld.org/find-help/employment To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia.
