Northern Star Resources Limited (ASX: NST) is an Australian ASX 100 gold producer with three Tier-1 world-class projects located in highly prospective and low sovereign risk regions of Australia and North America. Northern Star is the largest Australian gold producer and among the top 10 gold minersglobally. Northern Star continues to invest in building a strong asset base through strategic acquisitions and aggressive exploration to extend the mine lives across its world-class operations and generate earning accretive value for its Shareholders through operational effectiveness.
We currently have an exciting new opportunity at Northern Star (Pogo) LLC for a motivated Graduate Accountant! Work location is based at Pogo Mine's Fairbanks Office, located at 3204 International Street, Fairbanks, AK. This position works a schedule of Monday - Friday, 8 hours per day.
What do we offer?- Vibrant hub of activity with the ability to be part of successful and productive team
- Permanent position and extended mine-life offering job security.
- Excellent remuneration package with bonuses, insurances, 401(K) and paid leave.
- Ongoing development opportunities and growth within a company that continuously invest in their people.
What's the role?The Graduate Accountant reports to the Finance Superintendent and the primary role is to support the delivery of accurate, timely, and compliant financial and operational reporting for the Pogo operation. This role provides hands-on exposure to mine site accounting, cost control, payroll interface support, and reporting systems, while developing technical accounting and commercial capability within a mining environment.
What are we looking for?You'll be a resourceful and self-motivated individual with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. The successful applicant will display behavior consistent with our Northern Star Core Values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Respect and Results, looking to work with the business for the long term and be an integral part in its future growth and development.
Specific duties & responsibilities:- Assist in timely month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and variance analysis
- Prepare supporting documentation for general ledger maintenance and audit requirements
- Maintain fixed asset records and support capital project accounting in conjunction with the Financial Analyst
- Partner with site departments (Mining, Mill, Maintenance, Camp Services, HSE) to support cost performance and budget alignment
- Assist in preparation of cost reports, cost-per-tonne tracking, and operational dashboards
- Monitor purchase orders, goods receipting, and vendor invoice workflows
- Monitor purchase orders, goods receipting, and vendor invoice workflows
- Collaborate with Payroll and HR to support labor costing, roster validation, and time & attendance accuracy.
- Preparation of fortnightly payroll in conjunction with the Payroll Accountant and completion of end of payroll process reports.
- Assist with expatriate cost allocations, allowances, and workforce reporting
- Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting standards, and company policies
- Support audit preparation and documentation (internal and external)
- Maintain data accuracy and confidentiality standards
- Work with SAP/ERP and associated mine accounting systems
- Support digital transformation, automation initiatives, and process mapping
- Identify efficiency opportunities and contribute to continuous improvement activities
- Other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Commerce, Economics, or related discipline
- Strong analytical and numerical capability
- Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with Pronto ERP system.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment
- Preferred experience or exposure to mining, energy, construction or heavy industrial sector.
- Current Driver's License.
Desired Experience & Competencies- Minimum two (2) relevant work experience with exposure to payroll and ERP Systems (ADP, Pronto)
- Demonstrated computer skills in Windows environment with experience in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Critical thinking skills, problem solving skills, and attention to detail.
- Knowledge of accounting, GAAP, IFRS, reporting, reporting research results, and confidentiality.
- Good communication skills.
- Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices.
- Awareness of the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Act & Regulations.
- Be able to pass a background check and post offer physical.
Why join us?When you join our Company, you join the Northern Star Team. You will be engaged in a dynamic work environment where you will be valued as an integral part of the team, and where you can develop and grow with our business.
Northern Star actively supports and contributes to the local community in which we operate. We are a proud supporter of the Veterans' Employment Commitment and recognise the advantage of a diversified workplace including diversity of gender, thought, experience, and ethnicity. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and strive for workplace excellence.
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Shortlisting for this role will begin immediately.