Sr. Cost Controller - Construction Projects Mining

OceanaGold • Kershaw, SC

3h • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of the role is to manage the financial aspects of the construction projects being undertaken by the underground Projects team at Haile. The senior cost controller will be responsible for ensuring projects remain within budget by tracking expenses, analyzing and forecasting expenditures, managing variances, and reporting on the performance of the projects. This role will have direct reports and lead a team of cost controllers and administration personnel.

Requirements

• 5-10 years of accounting experience in a related field
• Knowledge of finance and accounting best practices- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX)
• Advanced computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Nice To Haves

• Certifications in accounting or cost control (i.e. CPA, CMA, CFA, CCP, CCC) will be highly regarded
• Bachelor’s degree qualified in an accounting or finance related discipline preferred
• Master’s degree in an accounting, finance, or project related discipline would be advantageous
• Knowledge of Pronto will be highly regarded
• Knowledge of business procurement processes will be highly regarded

Responsibilities

• Management of cost controls ensuring compliance to budget, scope, and schedule during all stages of projects
• Manage budget updates and reforecasts in line with the project schedule in consultation with Projects Team
• Facilitate development and implementation of mitigation strategies to ensure both budget and schedule are maintained through to completion of project
• Manage project general ledger accounts and month-end processes to ensure proper allocation of project costs
• Assists in the establishment of controls for new projects
• Create reports on project performance relating to schedule and costs including budgets, actuals, forecasts, and variances
• Assist in the updates and reviews of Project Execution policies in compliance with company accounting policies and procedures.
• Utilizing Earned Value Management (EVM) to compare projects’ actuals to budget and schedule and clearly communicate with management
• Overseeing internal controls of procurement and project reporting structures to maintain compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX).
• Creating project cost risk evaluations and creating risk mitigation strategies from a financial perspective.

Benefits

• Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance, 401K, and more
• Long service recognition
• Living Our Values recognition program
• In-office snack shop
• Paid training available and professional development
• Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree