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Finance Officer - Accounts Payable

07/03/2025
07/04/2025
Permanent Full Time
Townsville
Accounting and Finance

About Sun Metals: Located just outside the Townsville CBD, Sun Metals is one of the world’s most advanced zinc refineries. We produce Special High-Grade Zinc, Zinc Alloy metal, and by-products including Sulfuric Acid, Copper, Cadmium, and Zinc Ferrite. Our mission is to be the best zinc refinery globally — the safest, most environmentally responsible, and most competitive.

About the Position: Reporting to the Finance Team Leader, we are seeking an experienced Finance Officer to join our finance team. This pivotal role will help maintain the financial accuracy and efficiency of Sun Metals and its related entities. You will thrive in our fast-paced, high-volume environment where you will be responsible for managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, periodic account reconciliations, cash flow forecasts, and pay runs.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

As a Finance Officer, your primary duties will include:

  • Invoice Processing: Accurately entering, processing, and matching invoices.
  • Pay Runs: Managing weekly and ad hoc pay runs.
  • Payments: Processing EFT and electricity payments.
  • Supplier Information: Maintaining supplier master data.
  • Creditors/Debtors: Monitoring outstanding creditors and debtors.
  • Reconciliations: Performing general ledger reconciliations.
  • Ad Hoc Analysis: Providing ad hoc financial analysis as required.
  • Financial Reporting: Assisting with the preparation of financial reports and account reconciliations.

Desired Skills and Experience

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Tertiary qualification in Business/Accounting (preferred)
  • 3-5 years of relevant experience, ideally in a similar role and industries such as refining, mining, heavy industry, heavy haulage, or port services. 
  • Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems is advantageous.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
  • Positive, friendly attitude with a strong willingness to assist and learn across various duties.
  • Strong time management and planning skills.
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with a team.
  • High attention to detail and excellent numerical skills.
  • Ability to manage large volumes of data and maintain a high degree of accuracy.

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a leading global zinc refinery. At Sun Metals, we provide a supportive and collaborative environment where you can contribute to our mission of excellence. If you are a motivated finance professional looking for long-term career growth, we encourage you to apply today!

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