Senior Controller

Our client, Windfall Mining Group, is currently looking for a Senior Controller.

Windfall Mining Group is a leading Canadian company in the gold extraction sector, renowned for its innovative projects. Committed to sustainability, safety, and social responsibility, the company aims to maximize value for its stakeholders while preserving natural resources.

By joining Windfall Mining Group, you will become part of a dynamic organization that values innovation and operational excellence.

For all SOX reports issued by internal and external audits:

• Evaluate SOX report findings.
• Assess the severity of reported audit deficiencies and inaccuracies (control deficiency, significant deficiency, material weakness).
• Follow up with the help of operational process and control managers to ensure timely corrective actions for identified deficiencies.
• Manage control owners in Canada to ensure the timely completion of controls and the retention of audit evidence.
• Provide training and guidance to operational process and control managers on Sarbanes-Oxley-related matters or issues they may encounter.

Liaison and management of internal and external auditors:

• Liaise with and manage internal and external auditors regarding audits of the internal control environment and resolve raised issues.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related fields;
• CPA designation (an asset);
• Master’s degree in internal control, risk management, accounting, or a similar governance-related field;
• At least five years of experience in internal control, governance, risk management, or related areas;
• Bilingual (French and English) – will need to interact with headquarters. French is the primary working language.

Core Competencies:

• Demonstrate autonomy
• Ability to focus during high-pressure periods
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong influencing skills
• Results-oriented

Technical Skills:

• Advanced Excel skills
• Project management
• Accounting knowledge
• Knowledge of COSO 2013 (preferred but not mandatory)

Salary and Benefits:

• 100% employer-paid group insurance after 3 months of service;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Telemedicine service;
• Vacation – 3 to 4 weeks depending on experience;
• 3 personal days;
• Retirement plan eligible from the start of employment;
• Hybrid work model;
• Occasional travel.