Finance Associate- Financial Reporting and Audit

Hudbay Minerals; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudbay Minerals is looking for a dedicated professional to support financial reporting and internal controls. This role involves SOX execution, audit participation, and financial reporting preparation. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, and be a registered CPA student with relevant experience. Flexible work arrangements are available, promoting a balanced work-life approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of professional experience in accounting/finance/internal audit.
• Professional designations such as CIA, CPA or relevant credentials complete/in progress.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of SOX procedures during audits.
• Support external financial reporting and preparation of regulatory filings.
• Collaborate with FP&A and marketing groups.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Adaptability to New Technology

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA student, registered and passed the CFE

Job description

The purpose of this role is to support the development, maintenance and application of a strong financial reporting and internal control environment by assisting in the execution of quarter and year end processes within the financial reporting group and the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) program and select internal audits within the Internal Audit group.

Role Accountabilities :

• SOX execution (interim / walkthrough, roll forward and year-end) at select locations as assigned. All of which to be under the guidance of a supervisor or above
• Participate in audits as staff to assist in various aspects of the internal audit process that may include but not be limited to sample selection, or drafting sections of the audit report e.g. the findings and recommendations. All of which are to be done under the guidance of a supervisor or above
• Support other activities as assigned to meet the objectives and goals of the IA group, which may include assisting in the preparation of Audit Committee materials all of which are to be done under the guidance of a supervisor or above.
• Support the external financial reporting process
• Support the preparation of other external financial reporting including various regulatory filings and environmental reports.
• Key liaison of reporting results with the FP&A group and marketing group and ensure key activities in those groups are integrated into financial reporting and business decision making
• Preparation and research complex accounting standards and manage the quarterly issue log
• Preparer of consolidated revenue analysis for oversight review and MD&A preparation purposes
• Ongoing adherence to the programme as outlined in the CPA competency map for this role in the CPA pre-approved office

Experience and Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in a professional area (i.e. Accounting or Finance)
• Must be a CPA student, who is registered and has passed the CFE
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in accounting and / or finance and / or internal audit, experience with the creation of auditable working papers in a Corporate office environment
• Professional designations such as CIA, CPA or other relevant credentials completed or in progress
• Prior experience in the execution of the SOX program or accountancy is an asset.
• Prior experience with multinational, multi-location companies with a decentralized management structure (preferred).

Knowledge and Skills :

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Quick to learn and adopt new technology, has advanced strong analytical skills.
• Experience balancing a number of competing priorities and deadlines.

Travel :

Expected to travel to all Hudbay locations. Travel will vary depending on initiatives and projects and, assuming no travel restrictions, the percentage can range from a minimum of 15% to 25% per year.

Working Arrangements :

Role is eligible flexible work arrangements, allowing you to balance 50% of your time in the office with 50% time working remotely.