Job Openings Controller (Direct Hire)

About the job 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


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