Senior Analyst - Operations Finance

Who We Are

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our four core values of Putting People First, Outstanding Corporate Citizenship, High Performance Culture, and Rigorous Financial Discipline. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).

Mining responsibly is a priority for Kinross, and we foster a culture that makes responsible mining and operational success inseparable. In 2021, Kinross committed to a greenhouse gas reduction action plan as part of its Climate Change strategy, reached approximately 1 million beneficiaries through its community programs, and recycled 80% of the water used at our sites. We also achieved record high levels of local employment, with 99% of total workforce from within host countries, and advanced inclusion and diversity targets, including instituting a Global Inclusion and Diversity Leadership Council.

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Purpose of Role

Reporting to the Director, Operations Accounting, and located in Toronto, Canada; the role is responsible for accumulation, compilation, review, and analysis of financial and operational data for financial reporting, planning and analysis. 

This role will work closely with the various Finance, Operation, and Project groups at both the Corporate Office and the Operating Sites. This role will also assist in supporting the Finance departments at the Operating Sites (primarily US Sites) as it relates to the month end close, monthly/quarterly reporting and analysis, budgeting/forecasting, application of corporate policies (such as IFRS, processes and controls), and other finance related issues or questions.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

1. To support the Accounting and the Financial, Planning & Analysis (“FP&A”) function of the US Sites as required, with primary focus on Kinross Alaska (Fort Knox and Manh Choh Operations):

• Assist in various month end activities such as preparing the balance sheet analysis and reconciliation, inventory accounting model, Fixed Assets/Depreciation accounting, SOX documentation, quarterly reporting packages, Royalties, journal entries, etc.
• Works closely with the Site Finance Team with particular support to the Finance Superintendent to:
  • provide analysis on financial and operational results and to raise key issues as required.
  • assist in quarterly forecasts/budgets/long term planning as needed.
  • perform other functions as requested by the Site Finance Team.

2. To oversee activities related to internal accounting for Kettle River-Buckhorn Operations and other reclamation sites:

a. Reporting:

• Manage the accounting function by independently preparing and coordinating the execution of month, quarter, and year end procedures and controls.
• Preparing month end journal entries by compiling and analyzing the account information and supporting documentation.
• Perform GL Account research and ensure that the transactions are accurate, complete, and correctly classified.
• Perform and/or review Balance Sheet Reconciliations.
• Prepares documentation, and retains financial records to ensure compliance with industry, regulatory (i.e. Tax, ESTMA, ESG, etc.) and operational requirements.
• Adhere to all month/quarter end deadlines and communicate directly with site Finance teams and other corporate departments as work directly impacts these teams.
• Liaises and works with both internal and external auditors (as applicable).
• Recommends and implements improvements to financial procedures and controls to maximize operational efficiencies and to maintain a strong control environment.
• Provide support and give advice to Management and Finance team members on routine and non-routine transactions.

b. Monthly/Quarterly Analysis:

• Investigates, researches, and analyzes information and issues related to internal accounting.
• Analyzes operational and financial results on a Monthly/Quarterly/Annual basis.
   
• Prepare monthly reports analyzing the results for internal distribution to allow management to understand the results and key issues.
• Provide financial analysis support to the various departments and raise key issues to the management.
• Communicates and advises on a variety of financial cost analysis requests.

3. Other Project Work

• Works with the Director on projects to continuously improve processes in areas of responsibility noted above.
• Participates in special projects and other duties as assigned by the Director.
• Liaises with other departments on various projects, and initiatives as needed and assigned.

4. Overall

• Compliance with all company policies and procedures including, but not limited to safety, environmental, confidentiality and code of conduct.
• Meets or exceeds established performance expectations set by management.
• Consistently exercises discretion and judgment in job performance.
• Works without risk or harm to self and others.

Minimum Qualifications

• University Degree or a College Diploma.
• Formal professional accounting designation – CPA (CA, CMA or CGA) or equivalent.
• 3 – 6 years of related work experience.
• Sound understanding of controllership, internal accounting, reporting, and analytics.

Skill Requirements

• Attention to detail with strong analytical mind and business curiosity, asks questions, understands financial relationships and business drivers, and a fast learner.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to identify, prioritize, and meet strict and challenging deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with flexibility and responsiveness with regards to tasks and priorities.
• Works well both in a Corporate and an Operating Site/Projects environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with both Corporate and Operating Site personnel from other areas of the business.
• Good level of understanding and application of IFRS.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (JD Edwards EnterpriseOne is preferred).
• Previous experience in the mining industry and with multi-entity organizations is preferred.
• Adherence to the highest ethical standards, demonstrating honesty, integrity, and transparency in actions always. 
• Ability to travel to the sites as required for short periods (15% - 25%).