Financial Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Financial Analyst

Position Summary

The Financial Analyst serves as the senior financial representative at a producing mining operation, providing financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, and decision support to site leadership. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of financial records, managing the month-end close process, maintaining cash flow forecasts, and delivering timely financial insights that support operational and strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis

·       Prepare monthly financial reports, including operating costs, production metrics, budget-to-actual comparisons, and variance analysis.

·       Analyze financial and operational performance, providing actionable recommendations to management.

·       Monitor key performance indicators and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Accounting & Month-End Close

·       Manage month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.

·       Review accounting transactions for accuracy and proper coding.

·       Ensure financial records are complete, accurate, and audit-ready.

Budgeting & Forecasting

·       Develop and maintain annual budgets and periodic forecasts.

·       Track departmental spending against approved budgets.

·       Support capital expenditure planning and reporting.

Cash Flow Management

·       Maintain rolling cash flow forecasts and monitor liquidity.

·       Track committed expenditures and upcoming obligations.

·       Identify and communicate potential cash flow risks proactively.

Operational Partnership

·       Serve as a financial resource to site leadership, translating financial information into meaningful operational insights.

·       Support planning, contracting, purchasing, and resource allocation decisions.

·       Participate in operational meetings and provide financial guidance on business initiatives.

Compliance & Audit Support

·       Assist with quarterly and annual financial reporting requirements.

·       Support external audits and maintain organized financial documentation.

·       Identify and escalate financial compliance, tax, or regulatory concerns.

Qualifications

·       Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.

·       Progressive experience in financial analysis, accounting, budgeting, and reporting.

·       Experience in mining, industrial, manufacturing, or heavy industry environments required.

·       Strong knowledge of financial reporting, forecasting, and accounting principles.

·       Proficiency with accounting and ERP systems, including QuickBooks or similar platforms.

·       Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.



Key Competencies

·       Financial and operational analysis

·       Budgeting and forecasting

·       Communication and stakeholder engagement

·       Problem-solving and decision support

·       Attention to detail and accountability

·       Ability to translate complex financial data into actionable business insights