Senior Accountant

Be a part of the initial team to grow and operate a regionally significant new underground mine development that is rapidly becoming the future of the iconic Red Lake gold mining district in Ontario, Canada.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, Operations, the successful candidate plays a lead role in budgeting, financial forecasting and cost control for mine operations.  The Senior Mine Accountant will work locally on a 5-2/4-3 schedule.

The focus of this role will include:

• Preparation of the period end close process, including journal entries and allocations, variance analysis, and balance sheet accounts reconciliations.

• Ensuring the period end close is done within deadlines

• Work closely with the Director of Corporate Finance to ensure consistency with Corporate financial requirements

• Cash forecasting and banking

• Assisting in Payroll preparation

• Ensure all bills, invoices, accounts are paid in a timely manner

• Provide management with regular financial reports and analyses

• Assist department heads with budget development and management

• Ensure adequate financial controls are in place

• Participate in the yearly audit and ensure deadlines are met and reporting is accurate and compliant with industry and company regulations

• Provide guidance and support on OPEX and CAPEX

• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Management
• Professional Accounting Designation or in process of completion is an asset
• Mining operations experience is highly preferred
• Working knowledge of both generally accepted and international accounting principles including GAAP and IFRS
• Able to interpret, apply and explain applicable laws, codes, regulations and ordinances
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly with Excel
• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting software
• Ability to work well in a team.

 Red Lake Madsen Mine is an equal opportunity employer who appreciates all those interested in working on this exciting project.