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