Job Description
Experience level: Mid-senior Industry: Mining Industry Experience required: 5 Years Education level: All education level Relocation assistance: Yes Visa sponsorship eligibility: No Experience in Mining or Metal Industry or Public Institution Preferred Job Description: Purpose and Scope: Our client is a Canadian-based mining company which owns the Empire State Mines, a group of 100%-owned high-grade zinc mines The company is focused on near-mine and district exploration as well as development of its Kilbourne Graphite Project. The company is committed to operational excellence, prudent growth and sustainable development. Duties and Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Director of Finance, Procurement & IT, the Controller will have the following duties and responsibilities: Lead the mine site’s accounting and financial reporting functions. Provide general accounting oversight, cost accounting, and budgetary controls/analytics. Oversee cycle counting and accuracy of inventory. Own FP&A activities, including budgeting and forecasting (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and headcount/expense management), report generation, and data integrity. Maintain capital project spend tracking and capitalization of fixed assets. Ensure timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close. Assist with internal and external audits and implement corrective actions from audit results. Report and analyze actual financial results against budget/forecast. Prepare ad hoc reports for site and corporate stakeholders. Prepare financial statements, compliance reports, and other regulatory filings on a timely basis. Ensure adherence to corporate policies as well as site-established policies and procedures. Lead continuous improvement initiatives with operating departments. Maintain effective communication with site managers and the corporate office; identify and communicate potential problems on a timely basis. Work collaboratively with all departments as needed. Maintain security of confidential information. Identify areas for improvement and maintain metrics on continuous improvement project work. Assist in implementation of integrated financial systems. Perform other duties as assigned. Competencies, Skills and Knowledge: CPA designation preferred. Ability to work in the United States. Minimum 5 years of experience as a financial leader (public company experience preferred). Expert in Excel. Expert in QuickBooks. Experience with construction project management, agile/lean practices, and FP&A. Experience selecting and implementing ERP systems in a mining/industrial/manufacturing environment. Experience with internal controls and SOX implementation. Knowledge of tax and transfer pricing issues. Knowledge of IFRS accounting regulations and best practices. Strong written and verbal communication in English, critical thinking, and data analysis skills. Strong computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, OneNote, and Teams. MUST HAVE: Minimum 5 years of experience as a financial leader (public company experience preferred). Experience in Excel and QuickBooks. Experience with construction project management, agile/lean practices, and FP&A. Experience selecting and implementing ERP systems in a mining/industrial/manufacturing environment. Experience with internal controls and SOX implementation. Knowledge of tax and transfer pricing issues. Knowledge of IFRS accounting regulations and best practices.