Business Analyst AngloGold Ashanti (AGA)

AngloGold Ashanti (AGA) is the world's third largest gold producer with 20 operations in 10 countries on four continents.   AGA employs over 62,000 people globally.  In Australia, AGA operates the Sunrise Dam Gold Mine and is developing the Tropicana Gold Mine in which it has a 70% interest and is manager.  Independence Group NL holds the remaining 30%.  The Sunrise Dam and Tropicana operations are both situated in WA.

Tropicana represents the most significant Australian gold discovery of the last decade.  The new, large scale open pit gold mining operation will produce 3.45 million ounces over a 10 year mine life (approved project).  Construction began in 2011 and first gold is anticipated in the December quarter of 2013.

We are now seeking an experienced Business Analyst to join our Business Support & Services team at the Tropicana Gold Mine. This role is based on an 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth or Kalgoorlie.

The main tasks of the role include but are not limited to:

• Establish and improve mine business planning, budgeting and forecasting processes,
  systems and reporting.
• Coordinate and compile budgets, forecasts and life of mine plans. Utilise your analytical skills to identify performance constraints, understand variations to plan, and identify cost improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate the compilation of monthly reports including production records, control charts and financial metrics.
• Provide quarterly updates on project investments and operating plans.
• Coordinate and monitor the Research and Development plan.
• Coordinate capital expenditure justifications.
• Provide end user support in SAP and Business Warehouse.
• Provide support to the Mine Accountant.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Commerce or relevant Degree, and relevant experience
• Development of budget and business plans
• Financial analysis, including Discounted Cash-flow and value optimisation
• Working knowledge of the gold mining industry
• Preparation of reports including cost analysis and compilation of technical reports
• MSOffice software, including the use of Excel for budgeting, cost and financial analysis
• Good communication and leadership skills
• Experience in safety, health and environmental management in the workplace

Desired skills and knowledge:

• Contract management
• R&D experience
• SAP ERP system
• Business Warehouse

To be successful in this role you will also need to share AngloGold Ashanti's values and its commitment to safety and the environment.

Please apply online at http://careers.anglogoldashanti.com/

For further information please contact Nicola McRobbie - Recruitment Specialist 08 9425 4778 or nmcrobbie@anglogoldashanti.com.au

Recruitment Agency referrals will not be accepted for this role

Please note - only candidates who are successfully shortlisted will be contacted

Applications Close: 13/01/2013 10:00 PM