Accounting Technician

Kinross Gold Corporation; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinross Gold Corporation is seeking an Accounting Technician to support the site finance team with accurate financial records and routine transactions. You will handle data entry, reconciliations, and mid-level reporting to enable smooth financial operations and assist senior accountants.

The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and collaboration across finance functions within a mining-operations environment in the United States.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; post-secondary coursework in accounting/finance preferred.
• 3 years of related experience in accounting or bookkeeping; mining or industrial experience is an asset.
• Attention to detail, strong numeracy, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, general ledger, and accounting software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate ethical conduct with sensitive records.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational skills for managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver’s license and authorized to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update financial records, ledgers, and subsidiary journals for site operations.
• Process accounts payable and receivable, ensure timely payments to suppliers and prompt collection of receivables.
• Prepare and record journal entries, ensuring accuracy prior to posting.
• Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations to maintain data integrity.
• Assist with payroll processing and calculation of pay cheques and deductions.
• Compile and distribute reports such as cost analyses, statements, invoices, and regulatory documentation.
• Support audits by providing documentation and resolving discrepancies.
• Implement internal controls and monitor compliance to protect company assets.
• Assist with maintaining and updating accounting software or ERP systems as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong numeracy

Analytical skills

Microsoft Excel

General ledger

Accounting software

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary coursework in accounting or finance

Tools

Accounting software

ERP systems

Job description

The Accounting Technician provides essential support to the site finance team by maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and ensuring compliance with internal and external accounting standards. This role focuses on day-to-day accounting tasks such as data entry, reconciliations, and preparing routine reports, enabling smooth financial operations and supporting senior accountants.

Essential Functions

• Maintain and update financial records, ledgers, and subsidiary journals for site operations.
• Process accounts payable and receivable, ensure timely payments to suppliers and prompt collection of receivables.
• Prepare and record journal entries, ensuring accuracy prior to posting.
• Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations to maintain data integrity.
• Assist with payroll processing and calculation of pay cheques and related deductions.
• Compile and distribute reports such as cost analyses, statements, invoices, and regulatory documentation.
• Support audits by providing documentation and resolving discrepancies.
• Implement internal controls and monitor compliance to protect company assets.
• Assist with maintaining and updating accounting software or ERP systems as required.
• Retain and organize technical and financial records to ensure compliance with operational and industry requirements.
• Respond to internal and external requests for financial documents and information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary coursework in accounting, finance, or bookkeeping preferred.
• 3 years of related experience in accounting or bookkeeping; mining or industrial experience considered an asset.
• Attention to detail, strong numeracy, and analytical skills.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel, general ledger, and accounting software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate ethical conduct in managing sensitive records.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational skills for managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Sound understanding of basic accounting principles and practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver’s license and authorized to work in the US.
• Creates an environment where nothing is more important than every employee returning home safe and healthy every day.
• Creates an environment in which people are unfailingly treated with respect
• Fosters the talent and potential of all employees by enabling them to grow, develop, and make a difference in the organization.
• Demonstrates that leadership in the areas of environmental performance and community and stakeholder relations is fundamental to the way we plan and manage our business.
• Holds self and others accountable for the decisions, commitments, and behaviors required to deliver outstanding results.
• Uses judgment to manage business complexities, prioritize and balance conflicting demands to make timely decisions that best advance Kinross strategy.
• Builds and brings teams and people together to achieve organizational goals. Models’ humility by going beyond self-interest for the good of the group.
• Understands the economic implications of decisions and consistently uses all resources effectively and efficiently to maximize shareholder value.
• Relentlessly champions, develops and embeds best practices.
• Strategic Effectiveness

Developing and communicating rigorous and creative business strategies that drive sustainable value.

• Strategic Effectiveness

Understanding and building relationships with external parties that strengthen and sustain competitive advantage.

• External Engagement

Applying commercial rigor and discipline to all business decisions and customer relationships.

• Business Focus

Aligning behavior, decisions, and actions with Kinross values and principles.

• Living the Kinross Values

This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.