Financial Superintendent-Capital

Discovery Mining Ltd; South Porcupine; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Life, AD&D, Disability

Pension plan

Annual bonus

Employee wellness accounts

Job summary

Discovery Mining Ltd is seeking a Finance professional to lead capital governance, reporting, and analysis across a group of mine sites. You will ensure accurate capital accounting, IFRS compliance, and timely project performance reporting.

You will review AFEs, own the ERP-based AFE process, and support capital planning while coordinating with site finance and project managers to drive informed investment decisions.

Qualifications

• CPA designation preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience with mining operations or capital project accounting.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, particularly asset capitalization and project accounting standards.
• Experience with capital budgeting, forecasting, project controls, and financial analysis.
• Ability to analyze complex data, solve problems, and think critically.
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple sites and functions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the monthly capital accounting cycle for all mine sites, including review of costs, accruals, and asset classifications.
• Analyze economic evaluations including NPV, IRR, Payback Period, sensitivity and scenario analyses.
• Review engineering cost estimates through the project lifecycle from concept to closeout.
• Prepare consolidated capital expenditure reporting and analysis across operations, highlighting variances and risks.
• Support annual and multi-year capital planning processes at site level, aligned with long-range mine plans and corporate frameworks.
• Review and validate capital project requests (AFEs) for financial accuracy and compliance.
• Own the AFE process within the ERP system.
• Collaborate with project managers and site finance to monitor progress and validate cost estimates.
• Maintain internal controls related to capital accounting, asset recognition, and IFRS compliance.
• Reconcile Fixed Asset reports and coordinate with Corporate for external reporting.
• Assist with audits related to capital projects, fixed assets, and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with provincial, federal, legal, corporate, and professional standards.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Capital budgeting

Forecasting

Project controls

Financial analysis

SAP

Microsoft Office

CPA designation

Communication skills

Tools

SAP

Job description

Discovery is an Americas-focused precious metals company with a diversified portfolio. Our Mission is to deliver sustainable value for all stakeholders by operating in a safe and responsible manner and having a positive impact on local communities.

Located in and around the City of Timmins, Ontario, Porcupine has two underground and one open pit mines. A continuous operation for over 100 years that provides a great work-life balance. Employees from diverse backgrounds are empowered through engagement, involvement, and growth opportunities in the workplace.

Location:Dome

Schedule:5x2

The Position

This role is responsible for the financial governance, reporting, and analysis of capital projects across a group of mine sites. It ensures accurate capital accounting, consistent application of IFRS and internal capital policies, and timely reporting of project performance. Key responsibilities include reviewing capital project expenditures, validating project coding and classifications, owning the AFE process in the ERP, monitoring project progress against budgets, preparing consolidated capital reports, supporting capital planning cycles, and ensuring compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements. You will also promote Discovery values and ensure compliance and enforcement of its rules and business principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the monthly capital accounting cycle for all assigned mine sites, including review of project costs, accruals, and asset classifications.
• Analyze economic evaluations including Net Present Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR), Payback Period, Sensitivity Analysis, and Scenario Analysis.
• Support review of engineering cost estimates throughout the project lifecycle, from concept development through execution and project closeout.
• Prepare consolidated capital expenditure reporting and analysis acros multiple operations, highlighting variances, risks, and opportunities for site and corporate stakeholders.
• Support annual and multi year capital planning processes at the site level, ensuring alignment with long range mine plans and corporate capital frameworks.
• Review and validate capital project requests (AFEs) for financial accuracy, proper categorization, and compliance with internal approval requirements.
• Owner of the AFE process within the ERP system.
• Collaborate with project managers, and site finance personnel to monitor project progress, validate cost estimates, and support investment analysis.
• Maintain strong internal controls related to capital accounting, including asset recognition, depreciation setup, and adherence to IFRS and corporate accounting policies.
• Reconcile the Fixed Asset reports and work with the Corporate team to ensure accurate consolidation for external reporting.
• Assist with internal and external audits related to capital projects, fixed assets, and financial reporting.
• Ensure all provincial, federal, legal, corporate, and professional regulations and standards are met.
• Promote and uphold company regulations and policies, particularly regarding health, safety, and ethical business conduct.

Skills And Qualifications

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience, with direct exposure to mining operations or capital project accounting.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, particularly asset capitalization and project accounting standards.
• Experience with capital budgeting, forecasting, project controls, and financial analysis.
• Ability to analyze complex data, solve problems, and think critically.
• Advanced computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and SAP
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written, listening) with the ability to collaborate across multiple sites and functions.
• Well organized with the ability to manage competing deadlines and high volume reporting cycles.
• Experience supporting or working with project teams is an asset

Workplace Conditions

This position is open to candidates who live in Toronto, ON to work from head office with site based travel monthly or Timmins, ON.

Additional Information

Competitive total compensation package including:

• Health, Dental, Life, AD&D, Disability, Healthcare and Wellness Spending Accounts, Virtual Care and Employee and Family Assistance Program;
• Company contributions and matching into a Defined Contribution Pension Plan; and
• Competitive compensation and annual bonus

This posting is for an existing vacancy at Discovery Silver.

Discovery Silver welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), aboriginal (Indigenous) persons and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. Discovery is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment.