Financial Superintendent – FS (Fixed Term)

Job Description

Lumwana Mining Company seeks to recruit a highly committed employee for the position of Financial Superintendent – FS (Fixed Term) to join the versatile Commercial Department under Mineral Resources Management – FS Section. We are in search of an individual who can champion Barrick’s DNA by:

• Communicating Honestly, Transparently, and Acting with Integrity
• Exhibiting a Results-Driven approach
• Delivering solutions that are Fit for Purpose
• Dedicating themselves to Building a Sustainable Legacy
• Taking Responsibility and being Accountable
• Committing to Zero Harm
• Cultivating strong and meaningful Partnerships

Reporting to the Capital Manager – FS, you will ensure that organisation’s accounting policies, procedures and standards are implemented effectively and, in a manner, consistent with the efficient and timely payment of all suppliers and employees, and compliance with applicable international standards.

Your duties will include but are not limited to the following:

• Ensuring that the organisations accounting policies, procedures, and standards are implemented effectively and, in a manner, consistent with the development of a cost-conscious culture in the workforce.
• Preparation and presentation of cost reports monthly for site management.
• Analysing data from costs reports to assure management that costs are being effectively monitored and remedial action is being taken to correct unfavorable variances.
• Supporting the development, implementation and continual audit of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with company requirements for;
• Accounting Records and standards
• Taxation
• Asset protection and internal financial controls.
• Continually monitor costs whilst proactively identifying and implementing cost effective initiatives to optimize procurement and other expenditure for the Feasibility Study (FS) Project.
• Prepare and manage the budget for the Feasibility Study (FS) Project.
• Ensure the development and maintenance of up-to-date job procedures for all tasks performed within the function.
• Develop objectives for sharing common infrastructure and support services across Barrick and cascade this throughout the Project.
• Ensure effective communication with delegate prior to departure from site

To be considered for the position, you must meet the following requirements:

• Grade 12 certificate
• Degree in Accounting or Professional Qualification such as ACCA / CIMA.
• Member of Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants.
• Minimum Ten (10) years’ experience with at least five (5) years in mining in a senior commercial/ accounting role.
• Sound understanding and experience of the principles and practice in accounting and contracts.
• Must have a valid Zambian driver’s licence.
• Be physically fit and be able to pass a pre-employment medical examination.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills in English and show a commitment to understand local culture and impart your mining operations and technical knowledge to subordinates.

What We Can Offer You

• A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses and site-specific benefits.
• The ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organisation

Applicants that meet the above stated requirements are invited to submit their CVs to the Job Portal link: http://jobs.barrick.com/.