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Our client in the Mining Industry is looking for a Financial Administrator that has experience in a project based environment with an Accounting background (Financial/Cost Accounting). The successful candiate would need hands on experience with budget forecasting, expenditure tracking, and CAPEX/OPEX management, advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools, Cost control and variance analysis. This is contract role for 5 months within a Hybrid working environment.
Qualifications, Experience and professional registrations
Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in cost accounting, financial planning, or project financial control.
Strong understanding of project financial governance and compliance standards.
Responsibilities:
Align financial tracking with department's strategic portfolio objectives.
Ensure budget allocations align with portfolio prioritisation and program demands.
Provide financial insights to support investment decisions for significant transformation projects.
Monitor project financial performance to ensure alignment with overall strategic goals
Define and maintain financial tracking mechanisms for portfolio roadmap execution.
Conduct financial performance reviews to assess project impact and, where possible, return on investment.
Provide financial reports on strategic alignment and portfolio health to HOD.
Maintain audit-ready financial records and documentation.
Track CAPEX/OPEX classifications to ensure accurate financial reporting.
Implement controls to prevent financial mismanagement or unauthorised expenditures.
Perform financial audits and risk assessments to identify gaps in governance.
Monitor and track financial transactions to ensure regulatory and internal compliance.
Prepare financial reports and documentation for internal and external audits.
Work closely with Finance and Procurement to enforce cost management policies.
Ensure timely submission of financial reports.
Develop financial models to optimise resource allocation across department initiatives.
Monitor budget adherence and adjust forecasts based on project needs.
Identify opportunities for cost-saving initiatives and operational efficiencies.
Implement financial tracking mechanisms to improve budget control.
Provide financial insights to support decision-making on resource allocation.
Ensure cost recovery mechanisms are in place for CAPEX and OPEX expenditures