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