Senior Lead, Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting

Elk Valley Resources; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Elk Valley Resources is seeking a Senior Lead in Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting to oversee financial statement preparation and ensure compliance with regulations. The role requires a minimum of five years in finance/accounting, including two years in a leadership position. Experience in mining or public companies is preferred. This position offers competitive pay, benefits, and a commitment to employee wellness and development.

Benefits

Two Annual Bonus Plans

Comprehensive Benefits Plan

Retirement Package

Health Lifestyle Account

Qualifications

• Minimum five years experience in Finance or Accounting roles.
• Experience in a leadership role preferred, especially in mining operations.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles under IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Manage preparation of financial statements and compliance.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Research and implement new accounting standards.

Skills

Communication

Analysis

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

SAP

Job description

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Elk Valley Resources provided pay range

This range is provided by Elk Valley Resources. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

CA$120,000.00/yr - CA$149,000.00/yr

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team.

Application Deadline: June 25, 2025

What we offer:

At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.

EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.

We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.

We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.

About the role:

Reporting to the Director, Accounting & Financial Reporting, the Senior Lead, Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting is responsible for managing the preparation and distribution of financial statements, while ensuring that reports, filings, and documentation comply with the company’s regulations, professional standards, and reporting guidelines. This includes preparing monthly, quarterly and year-end close processes and reporting in accordance with IFRS, supporting internal and external audits, maintaining a strong internal controls environment, and preparation of financial results for the Executive Leadership Team (ELT). The Senior, Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting will also help support the development of short and long-term operational strategies.

To be successful, we are looking for a results- based, driven leader with strong verbal and written communication, presentation, analysis, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills. The ability to plan personal workload effectively and delegate and demonstrate unquestionable ethics and integrity are vital in this role.

Join us in the breathtaking Calgary, Alberta, or the Elk Valley or Vancouver, British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about!

Benefits:

• Two Annual Bonus Plans
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan
• Retirement Package
• Health Lifestyle Account
  
  
  
  
  

In this role you will:

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
• Preparation and timely submission of all financial reporting, including the consolidation process and preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statement packages (including income statement, balance sheet and cash flow)
• Research, interpret, and implement new accounting standards issued by IFRS, and other regulatory bodies
• Prepare technical accounting memos and documentation to support all accounting positions
• Coordinate with external auditors to ensure a timely and efficient audit process
• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and analysis
• Provide support to the accounting team
• Assist in developing and maintaining the Company’s IFRS accounting policies and guidance documents, ensuring practical implementation of, and compliance with, accounting policies across the organization
• Ensure compliance with federal, provincial and local legal requirements by understanding existing and new legislation and filing financial reports
• Responsible for coordinating climate related financial reporting requirement
  
  
  
  
  

Requirements:

• Minimum five years experience in Finance or Accounting roles, with at least two years in a leadership role. Preference given to candidates with experience in large mining operations, public companies, complex manufacturing organizations or large size public practice accounting/advisory firms
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. CPA is required
• Strong knowledge of accounting procedures and principles in accordance with IFRS
• Experience with creating financial statements and financial reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including advanced Excel skills
• Experience with ERP environments such as SAP
• Experience with multicurrency / USD functional currency accounting
  
  
  
  
  

The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.

To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and three professional references.

About EVR
EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.

Seniority level

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