Financial Controller - US

Job Description

The Financial Controller is the senior financial manager responsible for all accounting and reporting for Redpath USA. The Financial Controller is responsible for the management of the full range of budgeting/forecasting, project accounting, financial accounting and reporting. Duties also will focus on maintaining proper internal controls and reporting to both local and parent company management.

Responsibilities

Project accounting

• Accounts Receivable and Billings
• Fixed assets
• Intercompany
• General Ledger reconciliations
• Budget and Forecasting
• Cashflow modeling
• Indirect tax
• Financial reporting and variance analysis
  
  

Project Accounting

• Manage Project Accounting function; collaborate closely with Project Controls and Operations
• Lead and develop project accounting staff, driving continuous improvement in the quality of deliverables
• Monitor Unbilled Receivables to ensure balance is converted to Billed in a timely manner
• Work closely with Project Controls to understand disputes; collaborate on solutions
  
  

General Ledger

• Coordinate with Redpath Shared Services (SSC) to ensure all transactions and processes are performed in an accurate, timely and complete manner (AP, Intercompany, Fixed Assets, Financial Reporting)
• Ensure all financial transactions are recorded in accordance to IFRS; stay informed of changes in standards and embed Corporate Controlling policies and procedures
• Review balance sheet account reconciliations to ensure they are completed in timely manner, with clear supporting documentation, discrepancies are identified and investigated
• Ensure all indirect tax and US corporate tax filings and returns are completed and submitted in timely manner; serve as source of knowledge on individual states indirect tax schemes
• Responsible for leading financial audit inquiries, insurance renewals
  
  

Financial Reporting

• Prepare corporate reports, which may include KPI tracking, variance analysis and root cause analysis
• Enhance reporting process to improve visibility and decision-making
• Embed and leverage Oracle reporting to improve reporting efficiency
• Review monthly and quarterly financial statements (generated by SSC) in HFM; prepare variance analysis; work closely with Corporate Controller to meet deadlines and respond timely to inquiries
  
  

Budget and Forecasting

• Lead preparation of budget and forecasts for RUSAC
• Develop models to support planning and scenario analysis; work closely with operations and project controls for inputs; develop labor rates
• Drive continuous improvement in FP&A processes, tools and methodologies
• Consolidate and present to Country and Regional leadership
  
  

Team Leadership And Development

• Manage and mentor a small team of accounting professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork and professional development.
  
  

The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.

Education

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or related field (required)
• MBA, or advanced degree preferred
• CPA or CMA certification strongly preferred
  
  

Work Experience

• Minimum of ten years of experience in accounting or finance with at least five years in a managerial role, preferably within the mining or construction industry
• Experience with FP&A and financial reporting
• Experience with Project Accounting
• Experience with Oracle Fusion and reporting tools, or PowerBI
• Strong knowledge of IFRS accounting standards
• Experience in global, cross-matrixed organization
  
  

Knowledge Required

• Leadership: Strong leadership skills including performance management
• Financial acumen: Deep understanding of project accounting, financial accounting and financial planning and modelling
• Analytical skills: Strong quantitative skills with advanced problem solving capabilities
• Business Partnership: Ability to influence and support senior stakeholders in decision making
• Communication: Strong ability to present complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Adaptability: Comfortable in fast paced, global, cross matrixed organization
  
  

Other Requirements

• Ability to pass background clearance check, drug screening and physical.
  
  

About Us

In 1962, Jim Redpath’s vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath’s employees are the heart of the company’s success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish.

Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.