Senior Finance Lead

The Opportunity:

We are searching for an experienced Senior Financial Leader to take on site-based leadership role for a well established mining operation in Ontario. Reporting directly to the General Manager, this role is a key member of the site leadership team and acts as the primary financial advisor to operations.

You will lead a sizeable on-site finance function, providing financial governance, cost control, budgeting, forecasting, and decision support in a complex operating environment. This role requires close partnership with operations, corporate finance, and external stakeholders.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute finance leader who thrives in site-based roles, enjoys building and leading teams, and is motivated by driving financial discipline and performance in a mining environment.

Job Title: Financial Controller
Company: Canadian Owned Mid-Tier Mining Company
Roster: Residential in Ontario - relocation likely required
Salary: Up to $400k CAD package
Team Size: 14

Key Focus:

• Lead all site-based finance, accounting, payroll, and financial planning activities.
• Act as a trusted business partner and "right-hand" to the General Manager on all financial matters.
• Own site budgeting, forecasting, and headcount planning, with a strong focus on workforce and cost control.
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial reporting in line with corporate standards.
• Drive financial governance, internal controls, compliance, and risk management.
• Lead and coordinate internal and external audits, working closely with auditors and corporate finance.
• Provide cost analysis, variance reporting, and performance insights to support operational decision-making.
• Support capital expenditure tracking, asset stewardship, and long-term planning.
• Work closely with corporate finance and IT teams to ensure systems, processes, and reporting are fit for purpose.
• Continue building a cohesive, high-performing finance team following recent stabilization and transition.
• Embed consistent, disciplined financial processes and continuous improvement across the site.

Core Competencies / Qualifications:

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Professional accounting designation (CPA or equivalent).
• 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including senior leadership responsibility.
• Proven experience in mining or other heavy asset / operationally complex industries.
• Strong background in cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and retain finance teams.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to translate financial data into operational insight.
• Willingness and ability to relocate