Senior Advisor Finance

Rio Tinto
United States, Utah, Salt Lake City
Jun 23, 2025
Senior Advisor, Finance (6 mos. Fixed term) Join our global leading business offering outstanding personal development & global career opportunities Fixed-term Role, 6 months, Salt Lake City based. Being part of a group that is safety driven and values inclusion About the role We are looking for a fixed-termSenior Advisor, Finance, that will report to the Metals Finance Business Partner. This is a critical role supporting our Kennecott operation based in Salt Lake City. You will: Provide in-depth financial analysis to the Kennecott Metals team, attending and participating in team meetings and workshops. Monitor dept cost transactions and support cost center owners in managing their costs; including working with the key partners across the business to ensure that these are accurately reported and projected. Support the month-end closing and forecasting processes pertaining to Metals end of the business, compiles performance reporting. Find improvement opportunities and ways to streamline and automate models, and reporting processes. Be part of the annual planning cycle, providing historical and forward-looking cost analysis, preparing budget templates, meeting with cost center owners and ensuring the plan is finalized in the system. Prepare presentations and overall cost consolidation (requires Think Cell, PowerPoint proficiency). Capital project evaluation (NPV calculation) within defined authority limits. SAP entries and uploads What you'll bring Critical thinking and ability to stay on task Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (test will be given during the interview) Motivated, determined individuals with ability to work autonomously High level of accuracy and attention to detail, with ability to work with large amounts of data and draw conclusions Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively both face to face and remotely Ability to engage and build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders Technical and operational insight and experience is a bonus Degree in accounting, finance or similar discipline (incoming and current seniors would be considered provided they meet other requirements) CA or CPA qualifications are a plus Valid driving license To be eligible, you have the right to work full-time in the United States. What we offer Be recognized for your contribution, you're 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 Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidized private health insurance for employees and immediate family 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. Every Voice Matters 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.