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Finance Business Partner is available at First Quantum Mineral in Solwezi. Review the job description, requirements, closing date and application details below.
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At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”. Working with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results. Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations. Job description: Job title: Finance Business Partner Site: Kansanshi Mining Plc, Solwezi. Department: Finance Section: Finance Business Partnering Position reports to: Superintendent Accounting Purpose The position will be responsible to facilitate the capital expenditure request process as well as the preparation of the annual capital budget/rolling forecasts and tracking actual expenditure of projects against plan. This involves working closely with all members of the management team to understand the risks & opportunities of the business that impact the project pipeline. Key Responsibilities Required to adhere to all relevant requirements, policies, procedures and legal regulations pertaining to health, safety, environment and quality, as well as finance, human resources, and any other regulations as required by the company and relevant to the level of the role and responsibilities of the function. Support the business to prepare AFCE’s by ensuring clear motivation of business cases for capital expenditure requests including financial implications of proposals (NRV/Payback); Review and timely approval of AFCE’s and creation of projects in Pronto; Assist project owners to manage and control capital spend including understanding of cost and opportunities for savings; Support the preparation of the annual capital budget and rolling forecasts; Identify and ownership of opportunities to improve efficiency and simplicity of capital reporting; Assist with project performance analysis, budget tracking, and variance reporting to various stakeholder groups. Coordinate the quarterly Capex reporting requirements for presentation to Group. Adhoc projects and other duties as required by the Finance Manager and Superintendent Accounting; Contribute to the achievement of the broader Finance team goals; Develop and maintain strong working relationships with the heads of departments and their key personnel on site; Expected to understand the business operation to enhance contribution towards value creation. Highlight on any cost saving initiatives and review with management. Provide Management and other KMP stakeholders with necessary adhoc reports to assist them in the valuation of KMP performance. Qualifications All Academic qualifications and results must be verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA) Diploma/Degree in Accounts & Business Studies, CIMA, ACCA or CA Zambia equivalent. Experience Minimum of Five (5) years relevant Mining Finance and Accounting experience A high degree of computer literacy (including proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Pronto or other major ERP systems). Experience with Power BI software will be highly regarded; BEHAVIOURAL TRAITS Bolder Accept New Challenges Be flexible and versatile and prepared to take on challenges as needed. Smarter Look for Efficiencies Identify better ways of doing things, use networks to improve decision making Driven Get Things Done Take ownership and demonstrate safety leadership, turn ideas into action, overcome obstacles and deliver results Aim High Set exemplary safety standards, be motivated and determined to continuously improve safety culture. Together Builds Creditability Communicate well across the organisation and understand others views OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Effective management of own work and that of subordinates Management of computers, calculators, printers/photocopiers Numerical skills Written skills essential in preparing reports Oral skills involved in communicating information to management and staff Application link: https://firstquantum.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/First_Quantum_Careers/job/Solwezi/Finance-Business-Partner_JR18252Requirements
Required to adhere to all relevant requirements, policies, procedures and legal regulations pertaining to health, safety, environment and quality, as well as finance, human resources, and any other regulations as required by the company and relevant to the level of the role and responsibilities of the function. Support the business to prepare AFCE’s by ensuring clear motivation of business cases for capital expenditure requests including financial implications of proposals (NRV/Payback); Review and timely approval of AFCE’s and creation of projects in Pronto; Assist project owners to manage and control capital spend including understanding of cost and opportunities for savings; Support the preparation of the annual capital budget and rolling forecasts; Identify and ownership of opportunities to improve efficiency and simplicity of capital reporting; Assist with project performance analysis, budget tracking, and variance reporting to various stakeholder groups. Coordinate the quarterly Capex reporting requirements for presentation to Group. Adhoc projects and other duties as required by the Finance Manager and Superintendent Accounting; Contribute to the achievement of the broader Finance team goals; Develop and maintain strong working relationships with the heads of departments and their key personnel on site; Expected to understand the business operation to enhance contribution towards value creation. Highlight on any cost saving initiatives and review with management. Provide Management and other KMP stakeholders with necessary adhoc reports to assist them in the valuation of KMP performance. Qualifications All Academic qualifications and results must be verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA) Diploma/Degree in Accounts & Business Studies, CIMA, ACCA or CA Zambia equivalent. Experience Minimum of Five (5) years relevant Mining Finance and Accounting experience A high degree of computer literacy (including proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Pronto orExplore related jobs in Zambia
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