Controller (Direct Hire)

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Finance, Procurement & IT, the Controller will lead site-level accounting and financial reporting functions while providing strategic financial oversight. This role plays a critical part in financial planning, cost control, compliance, and operational decision support for the mine site and corporate stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mine-site accounting and financial reporting operations

• Provide general accounting oversight, cost accounting, and budgetary controls

• Own FP&A activities, including budgeting and forecasting (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, headcount, and expenses)

• Oversee inventory accuracy and cycle counting processes

• Track capital project spend and manage capitalization of fixed assets

• Ensure timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close

• Prepare and analyze financial results versus budget and forecast

• Prepare financial statements, regulatory filings, and compliance reports

• Support internal and external audits and implement corrective actions

• Produce ad hoc financial reports for site and corporate leadership

• Ensure adherence to corporate and site financial policies and procedures

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives with operating departments

• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, procurement, and corporate teams

• Maintain confidentiality and security of financial information

• Assist with implementation and optimization of integrated financial systems

• Perform additional duties as assigned

MUST-HAVE Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a financial leader (public company experience preferred)

• Strong expertise in Excel and QuickBooks

• Experience with FP&A, budgeting, and forecasting

• Experience with construction project management and agile/lean practices

• Experience selecting and implementing ERP systems in a mining, industrial, or manufacturing environment

• Strong knowledge of internal controls and SOX implementation

• Knowledge of tax and transfer pricing issues

• Strong understanding of IFRS accounting standards and best practices

• Authorized to work in the United States

Nice to Have

• CPA designation (preferred, not required)

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• High attention to detail and data integrity

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, OneNote, and Teams

• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with corporate leadership