Principal Accounting Policy (12-Month Fixed-Term) | …, City of Sydney

At BHP we support our people to grow, learn, develop their skills and reach their potential. With a global portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive workplace with extraordinary career opportunities. We focus on creating a safe work environment where our employees feel strongly connected to our values and objectives, and where the capability of our people is key to our success. About The Role Responsible for the proactive delivery of timely and accurate accounting advice, including the preparation of technical accounting papers, to support complex issues and transactions across the BHP Group. The role is also responsible for coordinating high‑quality Risk and Audit Committee papers and representing Accounting & Reporting in key Group initiatives, such as the impairment process, updates to accounting policies, and analysis of developments in relevant financial reporting frameworks. Key Accountabilities
- Delivering high‑quality, critically reviewed Risk and Audit Committee papers to the Head of Accounting Policy & Sustainability Controllership, together with appropriate supporting documentation.
- Representing Accounting & Reporting / Accounting Policy on Group‑wide initiatives.
- Coordinating the Group‑wide Accounting Policy processes in collaboration with other members of the Group Policy team, including the periodic impairment indicator assessment process.
- Coordinating periodic updates to the Group’s accounting policies, including facilitation of necessary review and approval processes.
- Working closely with Group Reporting to ensure accurate and relevant disclosures are included in the Group’s annual and half‑year financial statements.
- Overseeing regular reviews of developments in financial reporting requirements across relevant jurisdictions, including assessment of potential impacts to the Group, preparation of position papers, and drafting of response or comment letters where appropriate.
- Providing proactive, timely, and accurate accounting advice across the Group, including the preparation of technical accounting papers to support complex issues and transactions. About You
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Management, Finance, or Accounting, and a professional accounting designation (both required).
- CA or CPA qualified with several years of experience within a large, complex, global organisation.
- Strong understanding of IFRS and external reporting requirements.
- Experience working within an accounting policy or technical team at a Big Four firm, providing technical advice to audit teams and external clients.
- Superior communication, facilitation, influencing, and interpersonal skills, essential for building constructive relationships and credibility with diverse stakeholders and cross‑functional teams.
- Significant post‑qualification experience within a multi‑entity, large international corporate environment. Experience in mining, heavy manufacturing, and/or industrial industry work environments is preferred.
- Strong understanding of relevant legislation and internal and external compliance requirements.
- Demonstrated leadership capability in global, multi‑cultural environments, with the ability to lead and manage change. Benefits
- Competitive salary with performance‑based bonuses.
- Best‑in‑class employee share programme.
- Flexible working options.
- Generous paid parental leave policy and extended leave entitlements.
- Parent rooms available. Equal Prospect Employment At BHP we are an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and be at their best every day. We recognise and support diversity in all its forms. For any queries about the recruitment process or to discuss adjustments for your individual situation, please contact #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rw5sp