Job Description

Company Description
Who is HelloKindred?
HelloKindred are specialists in staffing marketing, creative and technology roles, offering a range of talent solutions that can be delivered on-site, remotely or hybrid.
Our vision is to make work accessible and people's lives better. We do this by disrupting traditional employment barriers - connecting ambitious talent to flexible opportunities with trusted brands.

Anticipated Contract End Date/Length: September 15, 2025 - December 15, 2026
Work set up: Hybrid
Our client in the global professional services industry is seeking an experienced Project Controller to support the E2E Project Manager with the financial, planning, and performance management of mining projects into execution. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate cost control, forecasting, and reporting, as well as supporting project managers and executives with timely insights to drive strategic and operational decision-making. The Project Controller serves as the key link between project management, finance, procurement, and operations teams to ensure projects are delivered safely on time, and within budget.
What you will do:
Planning and Budgeting

• Develop, consolidate, and maintain project budgets, capital expenditure (CAPEX) and operating expenditure (OPEX) forecasts.
• Align project budgets with life-of-mine (LOM) plans and corporate strategy.

Cost Control and Financial Management

• Track, monitor, and control project costs across exploration, development, construction, and production phases.
• Identify cost variances and provide early warnings on potential overruns or savings.
• Validate project invoices, claims, and contract payments to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate with procurement and supply chain teams to ensure accurate cost allocations.

Project Monitoring and Reporting

• Prepare detailed monthly/quarterly performance reports including earned value analysis, progress curves, and variance analysis.
• Maintain project cash flow forecasts and support funding requirements.
• Monitor key financial and operational KPIs across multiple workstreams (mining, processing, infrastructure, logistics, ESG commitments).
• Provide scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to support project decision-making.

Risk and Compliance

• Conduct risk and opportunity analysis across project phases and recommend corrective measures.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance, financial policies, contract obligations, and regulatory standards.
• Support internal and external audits related to project expenditures.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as financial liaison between project teams, corporate finance, contractors, and joint venture partners.
• Present project performance updates to senior management, investors, and board-level committees where required.
• Support community, sustainability, and ESG reporting requirements as they relate to project costs and commitments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., CIMA, CPA, CFA, PMP, Prince2) is advantageous.
• 5+ years of experience in project controlling or financial management, preferably within the mining or natural resources sector.
• Strong understanding of mining project lifecycles (exploration ? feasibility ? construction ? operations ? closure).
• Experience with project cost control systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Primavera, or similar).
• Advanced MS Excel and financial modelling skills.
• Strong knowledge of CAPEX/OPEX reporting, earned value management, and life-of-mine planning.
• Deep financial acumen and project cost-control expertise.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills in complex, multi-phase projects.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate risks and recommend solutions.
• Commitment to safety, sustainability, and responsible mining practices.

Additional Information

• Deep understanding of social media platform functionalities, especially LinkedIn, and campaign management interfaces.
• Strong stakeholder management with excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple active campaigns and optimize them to meet goals.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Experience in social-first creative development aligned with global branding standards.
• Ability to use campaign data insights to inform and refine activities.
• Skilled in providing best practice guidance and training for stakeholders.
• Proactive, resourceful, and eager to learn and think laterally.
• Familiarity with test-and-learn or A/B testing methodologies.
• Proficient in customer targeting and segmentation.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate positively and drive improvement.
• Comfortable working in a large, matrixed organization and collaborating with global teams across time zones.
• Adaptable to the evolving nature of social media, including trends, regulations, platforms, and tools.
• Committed to continuous professional development and peer growth.

Candidates must be legally authorized to live and work in the country the position is based in, without requiring sponsorship.
We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
HelloKindred is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.

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