Senior Advisor, Finance Accounting

Senior Advisor – Finance
• Be part of a dynamic team in a global company that manages mining, processing, and logistics assets
• A unique opportunity to contribute to Borax US financial activities and drive improvements
• A great opportunity for career advancement within Rio Tinto – Boron, California
• For California based roles the expected annual salary range is $125,440 – $172,480 for fulltime position

About the role

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs

We are looking for an experienced Senior Advisor – Finance to act as a business partner with the California sites’ management teams and liaise with Borax European site and Rio Tinto support functions on behalf of the business unit in connection with finance support delivery. The majority of the work is based onsite with occasional remote work along with visits to the Company’s other locations.

We are an open, connected global team that includes some of the industry’s best and brightest minds. We offer competitive, performance-focused remuneration and a wide range of benefits to reward your contribution. With a global reach, the opportunities to develop and grow your career are broad and exciting.

Reporting to the Finance Business Partner and working in a collaborative community you will be:
• Lead the monthly close process and support the financial & regulatory reporting
• Manage escalations from stakeholders and ensure timely resolution
• Support the manager to run overall operations and to balance the various business priorities
• Manage relationships with various internal and external stakeholders and be the first touchpoint for issues and resolutions
• Prepare and review the monthly financial statements, including the data validation in SAP.
• Measure performance against defined KPIs and present the review to your stakeholders and top management monthly
• Sign off our internal control procedures & work with internal and external auditors to ensure a controlled SOX compliance (if needed) environment and substantive audits
• Continuously improve our processes with an innovative mindset by leveraging data analytics and digital solutions
• Participate and lead transition projects
• Ensure documentation (policies, procedures etc.) is correctly maintained on all activities

What you’ll bring
• Is committed to the safety of yourself and your team
• Has a CPA designation or equivalent experience
• Has 7-9 years of relevant work experience
• Brings advanced knowledge and experience of working with SAP
• Has 3 years or more of relevant team lead experience
• Knowledge of business processes such as general accounting, accounts payable/receivable, financial planning & reporting, intercompany accounting, and analytics is required
• Experience or strong interest towards digital tools such as Power BI, Power App, ChatGPT is an asset
• Has the ability to analyze and define business problems, and to identify appropriate operational or process solutions
• Ability to adapt to change, and the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Can be an advisor with sound judgement and the ability to manage conflicting priorities
• Is curious with a desire to dive into things and, if something seems off, figure out what’s going on
• Is courageous in embracing new ways of doing things, including automating functions, finding scalable solutions, and driving continuous improvement
• Is a strong problem-solver with attention to detail
• Possesses excellent communication skills in English and is comfortable connecting with people at all levels of the organization
• Ability to learn quickly, work under pressure and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment

What we offer

Be recognized for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress.
• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority.
• Competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive bonus.
• Access to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits.
• Excellent retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution; Generous 401k matching program.
• Attractive share ownership plan.
• Comprehensive leave policies which cover all the moments that matter in life: PTO (paid time off), paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave.
• A generous parental leave policy, which ensures you’re able to spend quality time with your new family.
• Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with incentives supporting your wellbeing.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides confidential counselling or expert guidance for you and your family to help get through life’s challenges.

Where you’ll be working

Rio Tinto Borates is a global leader in industrial mineral supply and science. We supply approximately 25% of the world’s demand for refined borates, minerals essential to life and modern living. We seek to create mutual value by working closely with our investment partners and host communities. Our 20 Mule Team Borax brand pays tribute to our first borates mining operation in Death Valley in 1872.

About Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.

We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.

Respect and Inclusion

Rio Tinto is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel safe, respected and valued. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but are essential to our success. We treat all our people fairly and with dignity.

Rio Tinto participates in E- Verify to confirm work authorization. Please visit http://www.ucis.gov/ for more information.

Location: Boron, California, US

Salary: 125440 – 172480

Benefits:

Paid Time Off
Dental Coverage
Health Insurance

Qualifications:

Is committed to the safety of yourself and your team
Has a CPA designation or equivalent experience
Has 7-9 years of relevant work experience
Brings advanced knowledge and experience of working with SAP
Has 3 years or more of relevant team lead experience
Knowledge of business processes such as general accounting, accounts payable/receivable, financial planning & reporting, intercompany accounting, and analytics is required
Experience or strong interest towards digital tools such as Power BI, Power App, ChatGPT is an asset
Has the ability to analyze and define business problems, and to identify appropriate operational or process solutions
Ability to adapt to change, and the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
Can be an advisor with sound judgement and the ability to manage conflicting priorities
Is curious with a desire to dive into things and, if something seems off, figure out what’s going on
Is courageous in embracing new ways of doing things, including automating functions, finding scalable solutions, and driving continuous improvement
Is a strong problem-solver with attention to detail
Possesses excellent communication skills in English and is comfortable connecting with people at all levels of the organization
Ability to learn quickly, work under pressure and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Benefits:

For California based roles the expected annual salary range is $125,440 – $172,480 for fulltime position
We offer competitive, performance-focused remuneration and a wide range of benefits to reward your contribution
With a global reach, the opportunities to develop and grow your career are broad and exciting
Be recognized for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress
A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
Competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive bonus
Access to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits
Excellent retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution; Generous 401k matching program
Attractive share ownership plan
Comprehensive leave policies which cover all the moments that matter in life: PTO (paid time off), paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave
A generous parental leave policy, which ensures you’re able to spend quality time with your new family
Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with incentives supporting your wellbeing
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides confidential counselling or expert guidance for you and your family to help get through life’s challenges

Responsibilities:

Be part of a dynamic team in a global company that manages mining, processing, and logistics assets
A unique opportunity to contribute to Borax US financial activities and drive improvements
Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs
We are looking for an experienced Senior Advisor – Finance to act as a business partner with the California sites’ management teams and liaise with Borax European site and Rio Tinto support functions on behalf of the business unit in connection with finance support delivery
Lead the monthly close process and support the financial & regulatory reporting
Manage escalations from stakeholders and ensure timely resolution
Support the manager to run overall operations and to balance the various business priorities
Manage relationships with various internal and external stakeholders and be the first touchpoint for issues and resolutions
Prepare and review the monthly financial statements, including the data validation in SAP
Measure performance against defined KPIs and present the review to your stakeholders and top management monthly
Sign off our internal control procedures & work with internal and external auditors to ensure a controlled SOX compliance (if needed) environment and substantive audits
Continuously improve our processes with an innovative mindset by leveraging data analytics and digital solutions
Participate and lead transition projects
Ensure documentation (policies, procedures etc.) is correctly maintained on all activities

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