Principal Accountant
Location Kamloops
Job Type Full Time
Category Finance
Base Salary CA$130,000 - CA$150,000
BonusAnnual performance based bonus
TravelNone
Job Description
This is a senior, site based finance leadership role with a Canadian owned intermediate gold producer operating an underground gold and copper mine in British Columbia. The operation is well established and plays a critical role in the company’s overall performance.
The Principal Accountant is responsible for leading the accounting and financial functions at site, providing strategic direction while remaining closely engaged with day to day operations. The role ensures that financial processes, controls, reporting, and systems support the successful execution of the mine business plan, optimize operating and capital costs, and protect company assets.
The working environment offers two structured scheduling options. The first option is a five day work week with weekends off, consisting of three days per week based at site and two days working from home. The second option is a four day on, three day off schedule from Monday through Thursday, with all four working days based at site. Both options are designed to balance operational presence with flexibility while maintaining strong engagement with site leadership and operations.
Working closely with the site senior leadership team, this position contributes directly to financial strategy, compliance, audit readiness, and decision support. The role offers strong visibility, long term stability, and the opportunity to influence outcomes within a complex operating environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead the Accounting and Accounts Payable teams, including hiring, performance management, coaching, and professional development
- Own the monthly, quarterly, and statutory financial reporting process, providing expert accounting guidance
- Compile and review monthly financial results to support corporate reporting and statutory requirements
- Ensure accounting policies, procedures, and reporting timelines are clearly communicated and consistently met across site
- Maintain and continuously improve site level financial controls in compliance with Sarbanes Oxley requirements
- Ensure robust accounting and administrative systems are in place to meet regulatory and audit obligations
- Act as the primary site contact for internal and external audits and support audit execution
- Manage site cash requirements and working capital
- Participate in operational and project meetings to maintain awareness of site activities and cost drivers
- Lead with a safety first mindset and actively participate in site safety meetings and initiatives
Requirements
- Degree in Accounting or a related discipline, CPA designation preferred
- 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within mining or heavy industry (not essential)
- Team management and mentoring experience
- Demonstrated experience operating within a SOX controlled environment
- Strong knowledge of IFRS and Canadian legislative requirements
- Experience with British Columbia taxes, including PST, fuel tax, and carbon tax
- Proven ability to engage and influence senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated people leadership capability with a collaborative and inclusive approach
- Highly organized with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines and maintain schedules
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Experience with SAP BPC or similar business planning software is considered an asset
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license
- Eligibility to work in Canada