Financial Controller & Site Accountant

Pistachio Solutions; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent financial services provider is seeking an experienced Financial Controller and Site Accountant to manage the full financial function at their mining operation in the United Kingdom. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of relevant experience and be responsible for ensuring financial governance, accurate reporting, cost control, and supervising the finance team. A competitive salary is offered for this on-site position with a 5-year contract.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• 5-8 years experience in accounting or financial management, ideally within the mining or mining services industry.
• Strong knowledge of cost control, project accounting, and site-based financial operations.
• Sound understanding of Botswana tax, VAT, Exports, Imports and reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage all site financial activities including accounts payable, receivable, payroll inputs, and cash flow.
• Prepare accurate monthly management accounts and operational cost reports.
• Develop, monitor, and control site budgets and forecasts.
• Maintain robust internal controls and ensure full compliance with company and statutory requirements.
• Track and reconcile stock, fuel, consumables, and capital expenditure.
• Support audit processes and ensure proper documentation and reporting.
• Collaborate with site management to provide financial insights that drive operational performance.
• Supervise and mentor the site finance and administration team.

Skills

Cost control

Project accounting

Financial governance

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Sage

Syspro

SAP

Job description

About the job Financial Controller & Site Accountant

Our client in the coal mining industry is looking for an experienced Financial Controller and Site Accountant to oversee the full financial function at their mining operation. This individual will report to the Chief Financial Officer and will be responsible for strategic financial management with hands‑on site accounting, ensuring strong financial governance, accurate reporting, and cost control in a demanding operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all site financial activities including accounts payable, receivable, payroll inputs, and cash flow.
• Prepare accurate monthly management accounts and operational cost reports.
• Develop, monitor, and control site budgets and forecasts.
• Maintain robust internal controls and ensure full compliance with company and statutory requirements.
• Track and reconcile stock, fuel, consumables, and capital expenditure.
• Support audit processes and ensure proper documentation and reporting.
• Collaborate with site management to provide financial insights that drive operational performance.
• Supervise and mentor the site finance and administration team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CA, ACCA, or CIMA preferred).
• 5‑8 years experience in accounting or financial management, ideally within the mining or mining services industry.
• Strong knowledge of cost control, project accounting, and site‑based financial operations.
• Proficiency in accounting systems (e.g., Sage, Syspro, or SAP) and advanced Excel skills.
• Sound understanding of Botswana tax, VAT, Exports, Imports and reporting standards.

Employment Details

• Contract: 5 years
• Location: Mookane Village
• Our client offers a competitive salary

Closing Date

30th November 2025