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 \u2013 the \u201cFirst Quantum Way\u201d.
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\nWorking 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.
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\nOur culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That\u2019s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.
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\nJob description:
\nBusiness attire stores
\nJob title:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Finance Business Partner
\nSite:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Kansanshi Mining Plc
\nDepartment:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0Finance
\nSection:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Management Accounting
\nPosition reports to:\u00a0Management Accountant
\nGrade:\u00a015
\nBusiness attire stores
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\nPurpose:
\nDrive performance improvement, support change initiatives, provide insights for decision-making, and foster collaboration across departments to enhance efficiency, manage risks, and deliver value. Offering comprehensive cost accounting services to departments, enabling effective planning and control of costs within budget limits by monitoring, controlling and accurately ascertaining costs.
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\nKey responsibilities:<\/p>\n
The holder of this position will be 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.
\nOversee the preparation and posting of general ledger entries, perform account reconciliations, and manage the month-end and year-end closing processes. Proactively identify, investigate, and resolve anomalies or discrepancies uncovered during reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting.
\nPrepare comprehensive budgets and forecasts, ensuring alignment with key business assumptions and strategic goals. Provide insightful financial analysis to management, highlighting emerging priorities, opportunities, and potential risks to support effective decision-making.
\nConduct detailed variance analysis comparing budgets, forecasts, and actual performance. Clearly communicate the key drivers behind variances, provide commentary, and recommend actionable steps to realign performance with business expectations.
\nSupport management through the CAPEX motivation and approval process. Monitor and manage CAPEX cost allocations, ensuring proper tracking throughout the project lifecycle, and oversee project closure procedures once completed.
\nRespond to management\u2019s ad hoc financial analysis requests, providing accurate and timely data to support business decisions, performance evaluations, and strategic planning.
\nUse data and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, ERP reporting) to deliver clear insights and improve the quality of financial reporting
\nPartner with HoDs to challenge assumptions and ensure financial implications are understood, supporting monthly business reviews and management reporting.
\nEnsure that accruals for services received are accurately recorded each month, helping to eliminate timing differences between service delivery and invoice receipt to improve financial accuracy.
\nIdentify opportunities to streamline financial processes and reporting procedures. Recommend and implement improvements that enhance operational efficiency, accuracy, and the overall quality of financial outputs.
\nManaging training and career development needs of self through ongoing coaching and the annual Performance and Development process
\nShould be the HODs\/Superintendents first port of call for any finance related support.<\/p>\n
Qualifications<\/p>\n
Degree in accounting, Finance or related field (BAcc, BCom or equivalent).
\nProfessional certification (ZICA, CA, ACCA or CIMA preferred)<\/p>\n
Experience:<\/p>\n
Three to five years in a similar role<\/p>\n
Behaviour Traits:<\/p>\n
Detail Oriented
\nProactive Problem solver
\nAnalytical and insightful
\nCollaborative
\nStrong communicator
\nTeam Player<\/p>\n
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