Staff Accountant

Description

Our client, in the mining industry, is in need for a Senior/Staff Accountant to join their team on a long-term contract basis! This role will contribute to core accounting operations with a strong emphasis on cost analysis, forecasting, financial controls, and accurate monthly reporting. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams, including corporate, engineering, and project stakeholders, in a collaborative environment.

Candidates who demonstrate strong performance may be considered for a longer-term opportunity.

Responsibilities:

- Oversee month-end accounting activities, ensuring financial records are completed accurately and on schedule.

- Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger.

- Analyze project and operational costs to identify trends, support cost control efforts, and improve financial visibility.

- Develop forecasts and assist with budgeting activities to help business leaders make informed decisions.

- Produce monthly financial reports and explain key variances to internal stakeholders.

- Reconcile balance sheet accounts, bank activity, and other financial records to maintain accurate reporting.

- Support accounting work related to S-corporation structures and related financial processes.

- Partner with corporate and project-based teams, including contractor and engineering groups, to provide accounting insight across multiple initiatives.

Requirements

- At least 3 years of accounting experience, including hands-on responsibility for month-end close activities.

- Experience working with general ledger transactions, journal entries, and account reconciliations.

- Knowledge of bank reconciliation processes and maintaining accurate supporting documentation.

- Previous budgeting and forecasting is preferred, but open to training

- Strong analytical skills with experience preparing and reviewing monthly financial reports.

- Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

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