Project Controller (Mining)

The Project Controller will 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.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Planning & 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.
2. Cost Control & 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.
3. Project Monitoring & 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.
4. Risk & 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.
5. 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.

Must demonstrate relevant exposure to complexed projects.
Must demonstrate project management skills including financial control, reporting, risk management.
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
5+ years of experience in project controlling or financial management, preferably within the mining or natural resources sector.
Experience with project cost control systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Primavera, or similar).
Professional certification (e.g., CIMA, CPA, CFA, PMP, Prince2) is advantageous.
Strong understanding of mining project lifecycles (exploration → feasibility → construction → operations → closure).
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.
Key Focus Areas: Banking, Money flows, Understanding of RTBS, Decision Science, Stockpile mgmt and Product accounting.