Yara are seeking applications for their permanent full-time role of Financial Controller.
Reporting to the CFO, the Financial Controller is a key strategic partner responsible for leading the financial integrity, operational excellence, and transformation of the finance function for Yara Pilbara. This role ensures robust financial governance while driving digital innovation, performance insights, and value creation across the business.
The Financial Controller will:
Strategic Financial Leadership
- Lead the preparation and continuous improvement of budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans
- Provide strategic insights to support business planning, investment decisions, and risk management
- Partner with the CFO and leadership team to align financial strategy with business objectives
Financial Reporting & Compliance
- Oversee accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with IFRS, Yara Group policies, andstatutory requirements
- Manage month-end close, financial statement preparation, and external audit processes
- Ensure strong internal controls and compliance with tax (GST, FBT, payroll tax, income tax) and regulatory obligations
Digital Finance & Innovation
- Champion the modernisation of finance systems and tools, including ERP and business intelligence platforms
- Drive automation, data analytics, and AI adoption to enhance forecasting, reporting, and decision-making
- Continuously improve financial processes to increase efficiency and agility
Business Partnering & Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to provide financial insights and support strategic initiatives
- Liaise with Yara Group Accounting, the Audit Committee, and external auditors and regulators
- Support treasury, insurance, and cash flow management to optimise financial resilience
Leadership & Capability Development
- Lead and develop a high-performing finance and administration team, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning
- Oversee transactional finance functions (AP, AR, payroll) with a focus on service excellence and process improvement
- Role model Yara's values and leadership principles ((Live the Strategy, Be the Change, Explore and Adapt, Build Trust), contributing to a strong organisational culture
Future-Focused Enhancements
- Embed ESG and sustainability considerations into financial planning and reporting
- Build finance capabilities in data literacy, digital tools, and strategic business partnering
- Prepare the finance function for scalability and adaptability in a dynamic business environment
Join us at Yara - click "Apply" to submit your application.