Senior Financial Accountant
Job No:
10673
Location:
Edmonton, Alberta
The Company
B2Gold is a low-cost international senior gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Founded in 2007, today, B2Gold has operating gold mines in Mali, Namibia and the Philippines, a mine under construction in northern Canada and numerous development and exploration projects in various countries including Mali, Colombia and Finland. B2Gold forecasts total consolidated gold production of between 860,000 and 940,000 ounces in 2024.
Position
Senior Financial Accountant, Edmonton, AB.
Location and Reporting Structure
Reporting to the Site Controller, this position will be based in Edmonton, AB Canada.
Responsibilities
- Perform monthly, quarterly and annual financial close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting;
- Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to maintain accuracy and compliance;
- Create, maintain and improve monthly accounting working papers to support month-end activities;
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and maintain accounting policies and procedures;
- Oversee the preparation and submission of tax filings for GST and Fuel Tax;
- Maintain records of all fixed assets & projects including assets under construction, WIP balances, sustaining capital, acquisitions, transfers, disposals and systematic maintenance of assets within SAP;
- Ensure accurate valuation of fixed assets, considering factors such as depreciation, impairments, and revaluations;
- Investigate and resolve complex accounting-oriented duties with minimal direction; and
- Prepare schedules and analysis for audit, including coordination with internal and external auditors.
Desired Competencies and Requirements
- Five (5) years’ of professional accounting experience in natural resource or construction industry;
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Commerce or Finance;
- A Chartered Professional Accounting (CPA) designation;
- Working knowledge of accounting standards and regulatory requirements for public companies in a SOX environment;
- Demonstrated proficiency with MS Excel, including advanced formulization, pivot tables and analytical tools; and
- Experience working in ERP systems, experience with SAP S/4 HANA considered an asset.
Compensation and Benefits
B2Gold Nunavut offers a competitive compensation package, including salary commensurate with experience, knowledge, and skills, plus a group benefits package for employees and their dependents.
Application and Contact Information
Kitikmeot Inuit, Nunavut Inuit, and Residents receive priority hiring consideration, if one these categories applies, please state it after the reference number in the subject line. We thank all for their interest but are only considering applicants with working rights in Canada.
B2Gold Nunavut prioritizes local employment, supports empowerment initiatives, and continuously works towards a people profile that matches the demographics of the respective national settings in which we operate, while appreciating our inclusive culture that attracts talent from around the world. As an equal opportunity employer, B2Gold Nunavut values diversity and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
The B2Gold Back River Corp. owned Back River Project is a significant undertaking with contributions from both B2Gold Nunavut and valued Contractors. Although we appreciate your interest in working for B2Gold Nunavut directly; if you are not selected for employment with B2Gold Nunavut or we have no current work available that is suitable for your skill set, B2Gold Nunavut may share your application material with our contractors for positions that they are seeking to fill. If you do not want your resume shared, please indicate so in the subject line of your email and we will retain a copy of your application material for our internal records only.
We will retain application material on file for future vacancies (openings within 6-12 months) for consideration; however, you are encouraged to apply to any opening you may be suited for. If selected to move forward a member of our team will be in touch.
Closing Date
This post will remain open until 12:00AM MST January 6th, 2025, unless a suitable candidate is not found. We thank all applicants for their interest in B2Gold Nunavut; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.