Discovery is an Americas-focused precious metals company with a diversified portfolio. Our Mission is to deliver sustainable value for all stakeholders by operating in a safe and responsible manner and having a positive impact on local communities.

Located in and around the City of Timmins, Ontario, Porcupine has two underground and one open pit mines.  A continuous operation for over 100 years that provides a great work-life balance. Employees from diverse backgrounds are empowered through engagement, involvement, and growth opportunities in the workplace.

Location
Timmins, Ontario

Schedule
5x2

Purpose
The Project Cost Accountant will manage project financials by tracking budgets, expenditures, forecasts, and reporting. This role requires expertise in financial analysis, compliance, and reporting, with the ability to integrate schedule, cost, and reporting systems using Microsoft Project Professional, Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O Project Costing, and Microsoft Power BI. The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, engineers, procurement, and finance teams to ensure alignment between project schedules, costs, and performance outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control project costs, budgets, and forecasts for multiple concurrent projects.
• Process purchase orders, invoices, and payment approvals in alignment with corporate policies.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting on project expenditures and variances.
• Support project managers with budget tracking, cash flow forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Reconcile cost data between project controls, scheduling, and financial systems.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and corporate governance policies.
• Develop financial dashboards and cost performance reports using Microsoft Power BI.
• Integrate project cost data with Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O Project Costing and Microsoft Project Professional schedules.
• Assist in audits, internal reviews, and support corrective action plans for cost-related issues.
• Prepare financial summaries and presentations for senior management and stakeholders.

Training and Education

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Experience: Minimum 5+ years of project accounting experience in mining, industrial, or large-scale construction projects.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (F&O) Project Costing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project Professional for schedule-to-cost alignment.
• Strong ability with Microsoft Power BI for dashboards, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
• Knowledge of project accounting principles, IFRS standards, and cost reconciliation practices.
• CPA designation (or progress toward completion) considered a strong asset.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!

As an equal opportunity employer, Discovery is committed to diversity, inclusion and accessibility. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.