Tagalog Speaking Accountant - Diamond Mining Operations West and South Africa

Apt Resources; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in diamond mining is seeking a skilled Tagalog-speaking Accountant to manage financial activities in a challenging field-based environment. This role involves maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with regulations, and preparing detailed financial reports. With a competitive expatriate salary package and benefits like accommodation and meals provided, this opportunity offers career advancement within a dynamic group operating across Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. If you thrive in remote settings and have a passion for mining finance, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive expatriate salary package

Individual accommodation

Meals provided

Transportation provided

Annual leave

Flight allowance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience, with 2+ years in mining accounting.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records of diamond mine operations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Monitor budget versus actual expenditures and provide variance analysis.

Skills

Mining Accounting

Cost Control

Financial Reporting

Microsoft Excel

Accounting Software (SAP, QuickBooks)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Tools

SAP

QuickBooks

Job description

Apt Resources is seeking an experienced Tagalog-speaking Accountant to join the team of our client, a prominent diamond mining company operating in West and Southern Africa. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing financial activities related to mining operations, ensuring compliance with laws and international accounting standards. The candidate should have previous experience in mining accounting, strong cost control knowledge, and a hands-on approach to working in remote, field-based environments.

Responsibilities

1. Assist in maintaining accurate financial records of the diamond mine’s operations, including production costs, inventories, payroll, and local expenditures.
2. Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
3. Assist in monitoring and analyzing budget versus actual expenditures and providing variance analysis to management.
4. Assist with ensuring compliance with Angolan financial regulations, taxation laws, and internal company policies.
5. Liaise with external auditors, local tax authorities, and regulatory agencies as needed.
6. Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets, especially regarding diamond production and sales.
7. Assist in cash flow management, payroll preparation, supplier payment processing, and general bookkeeping.
8. Assist with logistics, procurement, and production teams to ensure accurate financial recording of operational activities.
9. Support cost optimization initiatives and financial planning exercises for the mine.

Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Certified Public Accountant [CPA] qualification preferred).
2. Minimum 5 years’ accounting experience, with at least 2 years in the mining sector (diamond mining experience mandatory).
3. Strong knowledge of mining-specific accounting practices, cost accounting, and inventory control.
4. Experience working in remote or field-based environments.
5. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (SAP, QuickBooks, or similar ERP systems preferred).
6. Fluent in English (Portuguese or Spanish is a plus but not mandatory).
7. High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
8. Ability to work independently and adapt to challenging field conditions.
9. Willingness to relocate or work on a rotation schedule (e.g., 8 weeks onsite / 2 weeks off).

Benefits

Salary : USD 2,000 – 3,000 (gross sum per month, income tax of 25% in Angola, and money transfer cost of 8-20% for fund remittance fee back to the country of origin)

• Competitive expatriate salary package.
• Individual Accommodation, meals, and transportation provided at the mine site.
• Annual leave and flight allowance.
• Opportunity to be part of a growing mining project with career advancement potential within a Group of several companies with presence in Africa, Europe, and Middle-East.