Financial Modeller

Ivanhoe Mines; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in South Africa seeks a Financial Modeller to create sustainable financial models for strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will possess a BSc in Finance or Economics and proven experience in financial modelling and analysis. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel are essential. This role offers opportunities to influence management decisions and contribute to cost reduction and performance improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a finance analyst/financial modeller.
• Hands-on experience with statistical analysis and forecasting.
• Experience with mining financial models is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop financial models for short-term and long-term planning.
• Conduct benchmarking and process analysis to refine assumptions.
• Update and analyze financial data monthly.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modelling skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving orientation

Education

BSc Degree in Finance, Economics, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

IVANHOE MINES is looking for a Financial Modeller

Ivanhoe Mines is a leading Canadian mining company committed to becoming a global leader in the supply of critical resources required to transition our world to a low-carbon, renewable future. Ivanhoe is focused on developing and expanding its four principal mining and exploration projects in Southern Africa. These include the development of the Kamoa-Kakula copper mining complex in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the Platreef palladium-rhodium-platinum-nickel-copper-gold discovery in South Africa, the redevelopment and upgrading of the Kipushi zinc-copper-germanium-silver mine in the DRC, and exploration on the Western Foreland near Kamoa-Kakula.

Play your part in our team succeeding...

The Financial Modelling Specialist will develop sound and sustainable financial models, which will form the basis for management decisions.

Requirements

• BSc Degree in Finance, Economics, or related field
• Proven experience as a finance analyst/financial modeller
• Hands-on experience with statistical analysis and forecasting
• Experience with mining financial models is an advantage
• Well-informed on current financial subjects, accounting, taxation, and mining issues

Minimum skills and knowledge

• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Analytically rigorous and detail-oriented
• Problem-solving orientation
• Ability to work independently and take accountability
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Key Performance Activities

• Develop financial models for short-term (Annual Budget) and long-term (Life of Mine) planning
• Conduct benchmarking and process analysis to refine assumptions
• Update and analyze financial data monthly
• Provide recommendations to reduce costs and improve performance
• Prepare reports and summaries on financial status and risks
• Conduct business studies and develop forecast models
• Identify trends and update models accordingly
• Guide strategic decision-making with management
• Maintain and review existing financial models
• Prepare reports and presentations supporting financial models
• Perform ad hoc financial data analysis
• Assist in preparing reports and agreements using financial data
• Participate in meetings with stakeholders including clients, investors, and government agencies
• Develop the company's financial modelling competencies
• Assist with business development and tenders
• Support general project management tasks

Application Details

Please submit a PDF CV along with certified copies of your ID/passport, driver’s license, and qualifications (certified within the last 3 months). If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to reflecting diversity in our workforce.