Job Description

About OricaAt 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.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.About the roleThe Manager - Finance Business Partner Commercial partners strategically with key internal stakeholders or functional teams and relevant leadership team across Africa, to drive accountability of business performance and to provide financial analysis, insight into underlying performance and support.What you will be doingExecutingMaintains a business partnership relationship with the Business VP and leadership teamAccountable for control of profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow and analysis, visibility and insight into underlying business unit financial performanceProvides business support on decision making, target setting, investment and performance.Provides clear decision support including analysis of strategic options utilising established KPIs and benchmarksTranslates the strategic and operational plans into budgets and plans that improve performance and delivery.Ensures Management understands standard Monthly performance reporting including variance from plan and forecastProvides analysis and guidance to Management to optimise Business's balance sheet (capital efficiency & TWC optimisation)Evaluates and analyses investment opportunities (capex, leasing and opex) utilising standard systems & metricsEvaluates and analyses customer tender opportunities utilising standard systems (eg. GQOMS) & metricsConducts regular Customer & Product Profitability Analysis utilising standard tools. Provides insight into improvement opportunitiesLeverages benchmarks to drive cost & process efficiency improvementsEnsures costs are properly accounted for and draws upon SSC's & COE's for central services, and finance service level agreements are metEducates stakeholders on standard systems and metrics.Regional & Group PlanningKey contributing member to the Orica mandated 5 year plan process including preparation and analysisKey contributing member to the Orica mandated annual budget process including preparation and analysisKey contributing member to the Orica mandated financial forecasting process including preparation and analysisWhat you will bringRelevant tertiary qualification in Finance/ Accounting or Business disciplineProfessional designation CA, CMA, or CPAExperience in a large, global business and commercal business partneringStrong people leadership experience10 years post graduate experience in accounting or finance (or related discipline)Excellent knowledge of related standardsHow you shape and influence othersDemonstrates courage, models resilience and flexibilityPossess unquestioned reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid characterBuilds the trust of othersStrong stakeholder management, interpersonal and communication skillsStrong attention to detail, with a high level of accuracy, integrity & accountabilityWork effectively across business unit boundaries to develop and align diverse stakeholdersHigh level decision making & problem solving skillsWhat we offerAs 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.We respect and value allOrica 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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