Boart Longyear is seeking a driven and technically strong Senior Financial Accountant to join our Drilling Services (DS) finance team in Adelaide.
Reporting directly to the Regional Financial Controller, this role acts as a key anchor for financial control, tax, audit compliance, and general ledger integrity.You will work across a wide range of finance functions—month-end close, reconciliations, tax and compliance support, audit coordination, and stakeholder engagement—while also supporting business decision-making through close coordination with the FP&A; Manager and operations.
This is a broad, high-trust role with real scope to grow into a business partner.
Overview
Boart Longyear is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join the Drilling Services finance team in Adelaide.
This role reports to the Regional Financial Controller and anchors financial control, tax, audit compliance, and general ledger integrity.
Responsibilities
Month-End Close & Reporting
Prepare and review journal entries (payroll accruals, bonus provisions, prepaid insurance, PPV, novated leases, intercompany, inventory amortisation, etc.)
Ensure transaction integrity of trial balance coding for multiple entities.
Balance Sheet Reconciliations
Lead monthly reconciliation of payroll liabilities, tax balances (GST, FBT, income tax), inventory, GRNI, and, COGS roll over annual review other key GL accounts.
Review and resolve exceptions and aged balances in coordination with shared services
Compliance & Tax Support
Support PAYG, payroll tax, Novated lease FBT submissions and GST/BAS preparation (Australia & NZ)
Work closely with external advisors on income tax reconciliations
Coordinate QuickSuper file approvals as required
Audit Coordination & Statutory Reporting
Act as the primary contact for external auditors (RSM, E&Y;), including DS, DP, and consolidated file reviews
Prepare supporting documentation and respond to audit queries
Assist in annual statutory account preparation and compliance certifications
Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate with the FP&A; Manager to align on month-end performance, variance analysis, and balance sheet reviews.
Support group-level compliance with accounting policy and reporting requirements
Liaise with operations, shared services (Salt Lake City/Poland), and finance leaders in DP where required
Cashflow & Payment Oversight
Review payment runs, assist with Corpay international remittance, and support cashflow forecasting
Help assess vendor credit terms and coordinate internal approvals
Systems & Process Tools
Use Oracle ERP, OneStream, QlikView/OBIEE, LeaseQuery, Micropay, Esker, ASIC/ATO portals, and Excel to manage compliance and reporting
Help identify and implement process improvements, automation, and workflow efficiency opportunities
Ad Hoc & Project Work
Assist the Regional Financial Controller in handling regulatory updates, audit prep, local project tasks, and one-off adjustments or write-off journals
Act as a point of escalation for finance-related queries and control issues
A few things we're looking for
Skilled Qualification: CA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent
Experience: 5+ years in financial accounting, audit coordination, and compliance (ideally in manufacturing, shared services, or multi-entity environments)
Technical Skills: Strong understanding of AASB/IFRS, general ledger ownership, and control environments
Systems: Confident using ERP and BI tools (Oracle, Micropay, QlikView, OBIEE, Power BI, LeaseQuery, Excel)
Mindset: Self-starter, adaptable, and solution-focused—able to manage shifting priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders
Communication: Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills; able to operate across finance, ops, and group teams with clarity and confidence
Why Join Us?
This is a high-visibility role within a dynamic finance team.
You'll work closely with senior leaders, gain exposure across international operations, and play a key role in strengthening Boart Longyear's financial foundation during a critical post-separation period.
If you're looking for a role that combines technical depth with cross-functional engagement, we encourage you to apply.
Business Line
Minerals and Energy
Company
Drilling Services
Function
Finance
Auto req ID
16078BR
Region (Business Group)
APAC
Country
Australia
State/Province
South Australia
City
Adelaide
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📌 Senior Financial Accountant
🏢 Boart Longyear
📍 South Australia