Accounting Lead

About Hudbay:

Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru, and the United States.

Hudbay’s operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production. Hudbay’s growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona, the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru) and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations.

The value Hudbay creates and the impact it has is embodied in its purpose statement: “We care about our people, our communities, and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives, and create better futures for communities.” Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

Mission:

To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging our core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

Purpose of Role: 
 Reporting to the Manager of Accounting and Controls, the Accounting Lead will be responsible for helping to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the company's financial records. This role assists with all aspects of the accounting cycle, from daily transactions through to the close process and financial statement preparation. The Lead is also a point of contact for external and internal auditors and is included in the process for maintaining a robust internal control environment. This regional role will report to the Manager of Accounting and Controls and leads and develops a team of accounting professionals.

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Financial Reporting and Close Process:

• Direct and support the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Review and approve journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and other supporting documentation for multiple company codes.
• Oversee the preparation of financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP and IFRS.
• Oversee the accounting for our joint venture partnership, ensuring transactions are recorded correctly and that the JV's financial results are properly consolidated or accounted for.
• Manage the process for intercompany transactions, ensuring all balances are reconciled and eliminated during the consolidation process. Prepare and review the consolidations file and supporting schedules.

Internal Controls and Compliance:

• Design, implement, and maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting to mitigate risk and ensure compliance.
• Act as the primary liaison for both external and internal audit teams, coordinating PBC (Prepared by Client) requests, managing audit schedules, and responding to inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, regulations, and company policies.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Optimize accounting processes and systems to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Operational Accounting:

• Manage fixed asset accounting, including additions, disposals, and depreciation.
• Assist the Accounts Payable functions as needed.
• Work cross-functionally with other departments to support business operations and provide accounting expertise.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:

Education:

Experience:

Preferred Qualifications: 

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Other Requirements:

Physical – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities may be required for this position.

Work Environment – The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment will necessitate work near moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions such as hot and/or dry conditions. Work will be conducted in locations where noise, fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration may exist.

Employee must be able to prove that he/she has a current and valid driver's license.

Why Hudbay?

Hudbay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates may be required to undergo educational and criminal background checks. Chosen candidates will be required to successfully pass a physical and drug screening.