Mine Site Controller

Horizon Recruitment Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A mining recruitment agency is seeking a Mine Site Controller in Vancouver. The successful candidate will lead financial operations, ensure compliance, and support budgeting processes for a mine transitioning into production. A CPA and 7+ years of mining finance experience are required. The role offers a salary range of $130,000 - $160,000 plus bonuses.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive finance experience in the mining sector.
• Experience with ERP implementation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead all site-based financial operations and ensure accurate reporting.
• Track capital spending and align expenditures with approved budgets.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and drive budgeting for annual plans.

Skills

Financial modeling

Strategic planning

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, commerce, or business

CPA designation

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Horizon Recruitment is recruiting for a Mine Site Controller to support the restart and growth of a fully permitted operation in the Yukon. This mine is transitioning from care and maintenance into full development and production. As the financial lead on site, you’ll play a critical role in managing reporting, cost control, compliance, and cash flow, and implementing new systems and procedures ensuring the financial foundation is in place for long-term success.

Responsibilities:

• Lead all site-based financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, cost control, and compliance.
• Track capital spending and align expenditures with approved budgets.
• Manage daily accounting processes in line with corporate governance standards.
• Prepare monthly financial reports with insightful analysis and operational KPIs.
• Drive budgeting and forecasting for annual, quarterly, and life-of-mine plans.
• Improve ERP system use and support process improvements across finance workflows.
• Forecast cash flow needs and coordinate funding requests with head office.
• Collaborate with operations to identify cost drivers and efficiency opportunities.
• Guide internal and external reporting cycles and offer financial advice to site staff.
• Support procurement compliance and monitor effective working capital use.
• Partner with senior leadership to inform financial strategy and decision-making.
• Ensure financial data is accurate, timely, and communicated between site and corporate.
• Uphold compliance with corporate policies and IFRS standards.

Requirements:

• CPA designation is required.
• Post‑secondary education in accounting, finance, commerce, or business.
• 7+ years of progressive finance experience in the mining sector.
• Experience with ERP implementation is an asset.
• Strong financial modeling, strategic planning, and analytical skills.
• Confident team leader with the ability to mentor and motivate.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

Remuneration:

• $130,000 - $160,000 Base + Bonus

Only candidates eligible to work in Canada will be considered