Education & Qualifications

• Relevant Finance or Management Accounting degree.

General Knowledge & Experience

• 3+ years in mining operational financial roles
• 5+ years’ experience in financial forecasting, budgeting, and management reporting
• Experience in financial systems including advanced Excel, HFM and TM1
• Experience of working with cross-functional and geographical teams.

General

• Demonstrate a proficient understanding of financial and economic concepts, including the gold mining value chain.
• Interpret, analyse, and consolidate financial data, reports, and statements, providing actionable advice.
• Exhibit strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and conceptual thinking.
• Conduct financial feasibility studies, ROI analysis, and due diligence for investment projects.
• Display professional planning and organizational skills while adapting to changing priorities.
• Communicate effectively, collaborate to promote teamwork, and take initiative.
• Uphold high integrity and honesty while actively practicing self-development

Role Accountabilities

Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting

• Guide and oversee the preparation of rolling forecasts
• Develop key regional macro and micro assumptions for planning and budgeting
• Support the management, coordination, and preparation of the regional annual business plan, operating budget, and revised forecasts.
• Review forecasts and budgets, providing timely feedback to sites to ensure accuracy in financial and physical data.

Performance Management & Reporting

• Deliver insights through advanced reporting of financial and non-financial information, ensuring data integrity and timely communication to stakeholders.
• Conduct business analysis and recommend strategies to improve performance opportunities.
• Partner with operations teams to address challenges, investigate performance shortfalls, and develop corrective actions.
• Collaborate with operations to evaluate the financial feasibility of projects, expansions, and scenario planning.
• Provide financial analysis and maintain financial models to support ad hoc requirements.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with business partners and cross-functional teams across all organizational levels.