Finance Manager

A Finance Manager / Project Controller is sought by a newly established AIM-listed gold exploration, mining & development company that is focused on a range of under-developed areas of Western Africa. Having raised significant funding last year they are now in a position to start construction of their first substantial development and aim to be a gold producer by early 2015 before expanding into being a mid-tier producer.

The Finance Manager / Project Controller is a newly created role to support the construction and development of their new gold mine. Reporting to Financial Controller, your duties will include:
•    Developing, implementing and monitoring control procedures for mine development.
•    Taking ownership of KPI’s and cost control for mine development.
•    Providing assistance across a range of corporate transactions.
•    Designing / preparing Board and management reporting packs.
•    Playing an active role in creating and running a Treasury function.
•    Assisting in Group financial reporting and managing remote staff.
•    A wide range of ad hoc projects.

The ideal candidate for the Finance Manager / Project Controller role will be a qualified ACA / CA (other qualifications considered) who has trained with either a Big 4 or other reputable firm. You will be looking for a role that has both variety & dynamism and you will be a self-starter who is comfortable working autonomously. You will ideally have prior mining / energy, construction or engineering experience and you will relish a role where you will be responsible for setting your own structure. You will be expected to travel for a week each quarter as well. Opportunities exist as the company grows and develops further sites.

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