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Senior Analyst, Project Economic Modeling, 25 York Street, Toronto

Reference no. CG-PROJECTMODELER-220310

Purpose of Role: Reporting to the Director of Capital Project Controls, the role is responsible for supporting Kinross’ capital project development process, including preparation of economic models for capital projects, analysis to support the validity of the budgeted / forecasted results, analysis of actual results against budget and other ad hoc analysis. The role will work closely with project managers, outside engineering firms, and other groups within the Kinross organization to ensure that information in models used to justify projects is accurate, current, and complies with corporate policies. This role will also assist in providing project information to the finance departments at the sites and corporate as it relates to budgeting and forecasting, monthly and quarterly reporting, application of corporate policies (such as IFRS, processes and controls) and other finance related issues or questions.

Key Areas of Responsibility & Duties

1. Project economic analysis and forecasting

a. Prepares or assists outside engineering firms in the preparation of economic models used to support expected project results for alternatives being considered by working with the project teams to ensure model information is accurate and timely and understanding the business drivers behind the results being modeled and analyzed

b. Works with the sites and Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis group to ensure that the information used in the models are correct and kept current.

c. Provide analysis of the model results to the project manager and management of the Project Development group in order to facilitate review and for inclusion in documents to be provided to senior management

d. Work to continuously improve the project modeling and analysis process at the corporate and site level

e. Assist in the preparation of ad hoc analysis using the models developed as required.


2. Reporting

a. Preparation of internal reporting and analysis for internal distribution, including review of information provided by the sites, in a way that will enable various stakeholders to understand results

b. Responding to questions and addressing issues that arise from review of the results and reporting, including working with site personnel to gain an understanding of results and resolve issues

c. Compilation of actual results on projects to model and forecast changes in project results

d. Working with the corporate and site finance groups to ensure that project expenditures are booked appropriately


3. Other project work

a. Working with the Director of Capital Project Controls and project teams to continuously improve processes in areas of responsibility noted above, including working with the consolidations team to generate reporting from information systems, identifying and acting on gaps in current processes and controls, adapting models to ensure maximum flexibility and reliability and working with internal stakeholders to ensure that their needs are met



Scope of Responsibility & Complexity

- Work is technical and complex and involves non-routine and advanced technical assignments.

- Work is performed under limited direction according to broad guidelines.

- Problem resolution involves using judgment to adapt and apply procedures to address and resolve unusual problem situations.

- Outcomes are reviewed in terms of adherence to general policies, accuracy of methods and general efficiency.

- Ensures quality standards are upheld in their field of specialization.



Minimum Qualifications & Skill Requirements

- Minimum 10 years mining related experience preferably with feasibility studies

- Degree in Mining Engineering or Geology or Finance/Business or equivalent

- MBA/CMA or CA would be as asset

- Strong analytical mind, asks questions, understands financial relationships

- Consistently seeks opportunities for improvement in effectiveness of processes. 

- Excellent Excel skills and experience with financial modeling

- Strong understanding of CDN GAAP.  Knowledge of IFRS and /or US GAAP would be an asset.

- Understanding of information systems as will be involved in establishing processes involving Skire and JDE

- Excellent verbal and written communications skills 

- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with ability to work independently and to establish priorities with minimal supervision

- Adherence to the highest ethical standards, demonstrating honesty, integrity and transparency in actions at all times.

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