Accounting Technician Job at Kinross Gold Corporation

Kinross Gold Corporation Fairbanks, AK

Located approximately 26 miles from the City of Fairbanks, Fort Knox is a centre of excellence for the Company as one of the few cold weather heap leach facilities in the world. Fort Knox celebrated its 25-year anniversary in 2021, and has produced over 8.5 million ounces since it began operation. In 2020, Kinross acquired Manh Choh – a project expected to commence production in 2024 and process ore at Fort Knox.

Fort Knox prioritizes being a strong contributor to the State and local communities, and since 2001, has helped support more than 300 community partners and has contributed more than US$25 million to the Alaska Mental Health Trust.

Job Description

Responsible for accurate and timely processing of accounting records related to financial and cost reporting, general ledger accounting. Will work closely with the Accounts Payable, and Operating departments to ensure that effective processes are in place to efficiently and accurately reconcile payroll, bank, and various other reporting. Will provide support during period-end close as needed.

Job Responsibilities

  • Assist and support accounting and financial activities across multiple site departments.
  • Review and reconcile Balance Sheets accounts. Will follow-up, clear discrepancies, and promote ways to avoid future recurrences.
  • Prepare on a timely basis, accurate fuel tax credit refund requests, for review and then submit it to the state. Follow-up on any related inquiries and ensure timely collection of refunds.
  • Assist the FP&A Accountant as needed in performing such tasks as fixed asset counts, data gathering, and report preparation.
  • Assists the department with the preparation for internal and external audits by gathering documentation and submitting to the GL Accountant for review.
  • Perform required administrative tasks including filing, sorting, mailing, distributing, and other processing of accounting documents.
  • Participate in Continuous Improvement teams and initiatives as assigned.
  • Punctuality and regular attendance are required.
  • Compliance with all company policies and procedures, including, but not limited to, safety, confidentiality and environmental policies.
  • Meet or exceed established performance expectations set by management including time management and being a self-starter.
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by the state.
  • Work without significant risk of harm to self and others.
  • Perform other duties as required.

Education and Experience

  • Associate Degree in Accounting or equivalent required.
  • Minimum of two years of experience with accounting administration is required.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills are required with a commitment to act with a high level of professionalism during all transactions.
  • Minimum of basic Microsoft Office skills, primarily Excel and Word and exposure to an ERP (JDE, Oracle, and SAP etc.) required.
  • Must have the ability to work effectively alone or with others in a team environment.
  • Must be a self-starter with the demonstrated ability to meet timelines and schedules related to essential functions described above.
  • Ability to work occasional overtime on an as needed basis as determined by supervisor.
  • Must have demonstrable experience, in an office environment, with office equipment and machines including phone, fax, copier, computer, scanners, and printers.
  • Working knowledge of on-site database accounting software and Microsoft Office suite is preferred with an emphasis in Excel and Word.
  • Ability to function within the qualifications outlined in the attached physical demands sheets.
  • Progression through wage scale is contingent upon satisfactory completion of attached checklists.

Language Requirements

English

Travel Requirements

Travel not required, only exceptionally

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).




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