Skeena Gold + Silver Limited is a Canadian mining company with a portfolio of exploration and development projects located in northwest British Columbia, Canada. Our current focus is on the revitalization of the high-grade, past-producing Eskay Creek gold-silver mine. Skeena is committed to leading the industry in reconciliation, diversity, and inclusion and we work in close collaboration with our Indigenous partners, leveraging their traditional knowledge and respect for the land.
As a Skeena employee, you will become part of a dynamic, innovative, and results-driven work environment. Together, alongside colleagues of diverse backgrounds and experience you will help us operate safely, protect the environment, positively contribute to our local communities and build a state of the art mine in Canada. Come join our team to be a part of this amazing opportunity!

Job Title: Mine Site Controller

The Mine Site Finance Controller is a key financial leader at the Eskay Creek mine site, responsible for overseeing all financial functions, ensuring cost control, financial reporting, and compliance. This role supports both the development/construction phase and the operational phase, requiring a deep understanding of financial management across the mine lifecycle.

Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

Financial Planning, Budgeting & Reporting
Development Phase:

• Track and report on capital expenditures (CapEx), ensuring alignment with authorized budgets.
• Ensure internal controls are effective and compliant with SOX requirements.
• Support financial planning and analysis for project construction, including scenario modeling and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with project managers and corporate finance on forecasting, funding needs, and cash flow planning.

Operations Phase:

• Develop and oversee site operational budgets covering production, maintenance, and support services.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including variance analyses against budget.
• Monitor and forecast operating costs (e.g., per tonne or ounce), identifying opportunities for cost optimization.
• Partner with corporate finance to report key metrics such as EBITDA, cash costs, and AISC.

Cost Control & Financial Oversight
Development Phase:

• Implement cost control measures to ensure discipline across procurement, contracts, and labor.
• Coordinate with procurement and supply chain teams to align contract pricing with budgeted estimates.

Operations Phase:

• Maintain rigorous cost control across mining operations, processing, maintenance, and site services.
• Track and analyze major cost drivers (e.g., fuel, explosives, labor), identifying cost overruns and recommending corrective actions.

Cash Flow & Capital Management
Development Phase:

• Oversee capital spending in accordance with approved financing structures.
• Track milestone payments for engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contracts.

Operations Phase:

• Monitor short- and long-term cash flow requirements for site operations.
• Ensure CapEx aligns with life-of-mine (LOM) plans and corporate capital strategies.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to evaluate capital needs for equipment and infrastructure.

Contract & Procurement Financial Oversight
Development Phase:

• Review contract payment terms and performance-based compensation structures.
• Partner with legal and project teams to assess financial risk and cost exposure.

Operations Phase:

• Review vendor invoices for contract compliance and accurate cost allocation.
• Work with procurement to optimize payment terms and supplier cost structures.
• Support financial modeling for long-term agreements (e.g., mining, supply, maintenance).

Compliance, Governance & Auditing
Development Phase:

• Ensure financial processes meet governance and reporting requirements.
• Prepare financial statements for external stakeholders, including lenders, investors, and regulators.
• Support audit activities related to project finance and expenditures.

Operations Phase:

• Ensure compliance with financial reporting standards, tax regulations, and royalty obligations.
• Lead internal audits and control reviews to maintain policy and regulatory compliance.
• Manage financial risks related to foreign exchange, commodity prices, and tax planning.

Supporting Operational Decision-Making
Development Phase:

• Provide financial insights to project managers, engineers, and senior leadership.
• Support permitting teams in ensuring financial compliance with ESG and regulatory obligations.
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of transactions in the ERP system, including journal entries, cost reallocations, and accruals.

Operations Phase:

• Partner with site teams (operations, maintenance, processing) to drive cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with general managers and mine planners to align financial goals with operational strategies.

Liaison with Corporate Finance & External Stakeholders

• Serve as the primary financial liaison between site and corporate teams.
• Prepare presentations and reports for executives, the board, and investors.
• Support engagements with external stakeholders, including lenders, auditors, and tax authorities.

The Ideal Candidate

Education / Qualifications:

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is required.
• Post-secondary education in finance, accounting, commerce, or business.

Experience / Skills

• 7+ years of mining industry finance experience.
• High standards of business and personal ethical conduct.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize while under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Experience in mine construction or construction to operations transition.
• Previous experience working at a mine site or remote operation.
• Experience with Pronti Xi or comparable ERP system is a strong asset.
• Proven ability to manage cost control, variance analysis, and reporting in a mine construction or operations environment;
• Familiarity with mining industry cost performance metrics and concepts including $/tonne mined, $/tonne processed, All-In Sustaining Cost, Cash Operating Cost, capitalized waste stripping, etc.
• Detail oriented with excessive attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exhibits a high degree of responsibility for confidential matters.
• Effective team player who can jump in wherever is needed.
• Strong interpersonal and reasoning skills, with proven problem-solving abilities.
• Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as with others.

Work Location & Conditions

This is a site-based camp job at Eskay Creek Mine site. This position involves working at a remote mine site on a 15 days on/13 days off rotation.
The Eskay Creek Revitalization Project is located within the Coast Mountains of Northwestern British Columbia and Tahltan Territory. Ground transportation will be provided from local communities to the Eskay Creek Site facilities. For those applicants located elsewhere in western Canada, flight transportation from major urban centers will be provided to the Terrace or Smithers airports, from which shuttles will provide transportation to the Eskay Creek Camp facilities. Travel time and expenses are subject to Skeena's Travel Policy.
There will be exposure to extreme temperatures in all seasons including working outdoors in snow, mud, ice, and water conditions, walking to and from different locations on uneven ground, prolonged periods of standing and physically handling/lifting/moving heavy objects.

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is CA$140,000 - CA$160,000, in line with the competitive job market for such roles carried out in remote locations in British Columbia. Salary ranges are guidelines and any job offer received by a candidate will be determined on a number of factors such as relevant education, training, and/or experience.

All Applicants MUST be legally entitled to work in Canada. Priority hiring consideration will be given to Indigenous Nations members who reside within the territories our projects are located.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.