Job title: Cost Control/Project Accountant
Company: PTAG
Job description: PTAG is a Project Management Advisory & Services firm, which is recognized in the industry by Project & Construction Management Industry think-tanks, innovative service delivery partners and world leading industrial clients. We are looking for a Cost Controller with Project Accounting experience to help us expand our presence with our clients in the Mining Industry. We seek Project Professionals who will align with our corporate mission, vision & values:Our mission is to help our clients ensure successful delivery and efficient operation of their major capital projects. Our goal is to employ innovation and strategic thinking by capital project subject matter experts to deliver optimum project results.
PTAG’s vision is to help our clients become global leaders in the selection, planning, and execution of their capital and sustaining projects.
Our values include:
- Safety: The safety of our employees, suppliers and clients is our top priority
- Collaboration: Creating true partnerships with our clients and service providers
- Leadership: Improving project performance through the application of best practices
- Accountability: Being accountable to our clients for every aspect of an engagement
- Client Satisfaction: Delivering 100% client satisfaction on every project
- Integrity: Open and clear communication in every aspect of our business
Location: Vancouver, BCType of Employment: ContractRole & Responsibilities could include but may not be limited to:
- Support the development and maintenance of detailed project budgets, including exploration, extraction, processing, site rehabilitation costs and the accounting for project costs.
- Collaborating with engineers, geologists, and project professionals to ensure realistic financial forecasts.
- Allocating budgets for various phases of the mining project in line with corporate governance.
- Tracking actual expenditures against the budgets and working with the team to identify and address variances.
- Implementing cost-control systems to ensure efficient use of resources.
- Monitoring costs related to, but not limited to, drilling, blasting, equipment procurement, maintenance, and personnel.
- Preparing regular financial reports for project stakeholders, including variance analyses and cost-performance evaluations.
- Forecasting future costs based on production rates, market conditions, and operational challenges.
- Communicating financial risks and opportunities to decision-makers on time.
- Reviewing contracts and purchase orders to ensure alignment with project budgets.
- Monitoring contractor and supplier payments to ensure compliance with agreements.
- Verifying the costs related to heavy machinery, raw materials, and outsourced services.
- Working closely with operations teams to align financial strategies with project goals.
- Liaising with external auditors, government agencies, and investors regarding project finances.
- Facilitating clear communication between finance, procurement, and operational teams.
- Supporting the team’s adherence to local and international regulations, including environmental and safety standards.
- Preparing financial documentation for tax filings, royalties, and other regulatory requirements.
- Supporting audits related to project expenditures and financial records.
- Identifying and mitigating financial risks, such as commodity price fluctuations, cost overruns, and operational delays.
- Establishing contingency budgets for unexpected costs or project changes.
- Monitoring financial impacts of environmental and safety compliance measures.
- Analyzing costs per ton of material mined, processed, or transported.
- Monitoring profitability by linking operational performance metrics to financial outcomes.
- Providing insights to optimize cost-efficiency during various stages of mining.
- Monitoring the financial lifecycle of mining equipment and infrastructure.
- Managing depreciation and maintenance costs for heavy machinery.
- Ensuring cost-effective management of inventory and consumables.
- Budgeting for mine closure, site rehabilitation, and environmental restoration.
- Tracking financial reserves for post-operation obligations.
- Familiarity with cost control software and financial management tools used in the mining industry.
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience, in mining or other related capital projects
- Some experience with financial software commonly used in mining, such as SAP, Oracle, or specialized mining cost management tools (e.g., Deswik, MineSched).
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for cost tracking and analysis.
- Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and project management tools.
PTAG is growing and seeking project professionals who want to join a fast paced, innovative, and team-oriented company. PTAG provides industry competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including an employee share purchase plan. PTAG provides an environment to develop and grow professionally and personally.
Expected salary:
Location: Vancouver, BC
Job date: Sat, 01 Mar 2025 07:36:37 GMT
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