Mine Controller

Donlin Gold•Anchorage, AK

About The Position

Donlin Gold is recruiting a Mine Controller position for one of the world’s largest undeveloped gold deposits, owned and operated by Donlin Gold LLC, a partnership between NOVAGOLD Resources and Paulson Advisers LLC. The Donlin Gold Project is designed to be one of only a handful of gold mines worldwide capable of producing more than one million ounces of gold annually. Reporting to the Administration Manager, the Mine Controller will lead project workstreams to develop a detailed project cost-tracking system to support the Feasibility Study and Capital Project development, with a focus on safety, environmental protection, cost, schedule, and business readiness to deliver a world-class mining operation. The successful candidate will operate with skill and agility across technical, leadership, and project responsibilities. The position entails comprehensive project cost management responsibilities, stakeholder engagement, team leadership, and a commitment to innovation and continuous improvement within the project scope. The position also includes travel to other locations, including the Yukon-Kuskokwim region of Alaska and to the project site, located approximately 280 miles (450km) Northwest of Anchorage.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or similar field of study, CPA preferred
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience, with experience in a managing role within an operating mining or heavy industrial company
Advanced Microsoft Office
Experience in the use of major ERP systems
Excellent oral and written English communication skills and a strong attention to detail
Excellent organization and time management skills, critical thinking, and the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks to meet both internal and external deadlines
Ability to adapt quickly to change and technological advancements
Must hold a valid driver’s license and be willing and able to travel
Candidates must have current authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Candidates located within or willing to relocate to the project region are strongly preferred
Experience with cold-weather operations
Travel to the mine-site will be expected

Responsibilities

Financial Planning and Management Reporting
Drive the planning cycle for annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and life-of-mine plans
Challenge and validate inputs and work with department heads to develop quality plans
Oversee preparation of monthly management reports, leveraging system capabilities to deliver timely, value-added analyses, key metrics, and reports to support departmental cost reviews
Work with operations to drive understanding of cost drivers and collaborate on cost improvements
Provide technical (financial reporting) guidance to the operational staff when required
Treasury Management
Prepare cash flow forecasts for the operations and submit timely cash calls to parent companies
Oversee disbursement of payments in accordance with the Company’s delegation of authority
Month-end reporting
Oversee the day-to-day accounting of the operations, ensuring all transactions are managed in accordance with the Company’s defined governance policies and procedures
Ensure integrity of the accounting records through supervision of accounting staff and implementation of appropriate fit-for-purpose business processes
Liaison with Supply Chain Management and Procurement
Liaise with the mine’s Supply Chain Manager in ensuring:
Procurement is carried out in compliance with delegation of authority as it relates to initiation of contracts and reporting processes for the associated commitments
Adherence to the company accounting policies related to warehousing and inventory management to facilitate optimal deployment of the Company’s working capital.
Involvement in defining business processes and workflows associated with the Company’s ERP system
Lead Internal and External Audit engagements, ensuring controls are in place to safeguard the company's assets
Overseeing taxes, ensure implementation of the appropriate business processes to comply with the requirements of federal income and sales taxes
Interpret and apply key financial indicators to make better business decisions, using data to improve performance
Establish and maintain strong, collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
Promote safety and ethical operations throughout their business dealings
Perform other duties or special assignments as required