At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”.

Working with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results.

Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.

Overall, Job Purpose:

The specialist will provide, Financial Planning and Reporting, provide financial support to the tax team as well as other stakeholders within the organisation. This position will assist in providing monthly, quarterly and annual reporting requirements for both local and international entities. The role will also assist in preparation ad hoc reports as required by management or external parties.

Responsibilities or duties

Specific Job Responsibility

• Ensure month-end closure is completed in line with company policies and timelines.
• Partner with departmental Heads and Superintendents to support cost control, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Prepare and present cost reviews with departments, highlighting cost performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Analyze variances and provide practical cost insights to support operational decision-making.
• Prepare and distribute accurate cost reports to operational departments.
• Maintain and improve reporting structures (Power BI).
• Support cost allocations, accruals, and departmental capital expenditures.
• Act as a trusted finance partner to Departmental Heads and Superintendents, supporting informed decision-making through effective cost control, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Lead cost review sessions with operational teams, translating financial data into clear insights, while highlighting key cost drivers, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Deliver meaningful variance analysis, going beyond the numbers to explain trends and provide practical, actionable recommendations that enhance operational performance.
• Produce and communicate insightful cost reports that empower departments to manage their spend proactively and improve accountability.
• Continuously enhance reporting capabilities by developing and optimizing dashboards in Power BI, improving visibility and accessibility of key cost metrics.
• Support accurate cost allocations, accruals, and capital expenditure tracking, ensuring financial integrity and alignment with business objectives.
• Champion a cost-conscious culture by working closely with operations to identify efficiencies, reduce waste, and maximize value across mining activities.
• Monitor and report on cost per ton/ounce, identifying trends and benchmarking performance across sites or periods.
• Partner with operations to identify cost-saving initiatives and track the realization of efficiency gains.
• Strengthen and maintain internal controls around cost reporting to ensure accuracy and prevent financial leakage.
• Support the preparation of annual budgets and life-of-mine forecasts, aligning financial plans with production targets.
• Analyze equipment utilization and maintenance costs, providing insights to improve asset efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Track and report on key cost drivers such as fuel, labor, explosives, and consumables, highlighting areas of volatility or concern.
• Assist in financial modeling and scenario analysis to evaluate the impact of operational changes or market conditions.
• Ensure accurate inventory accounting, including stock counts, reconciliations, and valuation of materials and supplies.
• Work closely with procurement teams to analyze supplier costs and contract performance, supporting cost optimization.
• Contribute to audit processes by preparing schedules, documentation, and responding to auditor queries.
• Support compliance with accounting frameworks such as IFRS and internal financial policies.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in cost accounting processes, systems, and reporting efficiency.

Qualifications or requirements 

Key Job Attributes:

• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Self-driven Proactive and
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to learn operational aspects of the business

Qualification:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent qualification ACCA, CIMA, CA Zambia).

Experience needed

• Minimum of 3 years relevant work experience in cost accounting, budgeting, or management accounting.
• Mining or heavy industry experience preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Power BI or similar BI tools will be an added advantage

• Ensure month-end closure is completed in line with company policies and timelines.
• Partner with departmental Heads and Superintendents to support cost control, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Prepare and present cost reviews with departments, highlighting cost performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Analyze variances and provide practical cost insights to support operational decision-making.
• Prepare and distribute accurate cost reports to operational departments.
• Maintain and improve reporting structures (Power BI).
• Support cost allocations, accruals, and departmental capital expenditures.
• Act as a trusted finance partner to Departmental Heads and Superintendents, supporting informed decision-making through effective cost control, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Lead cost review sessions with operational teams, translating financial data into clear insights, while highlighting key cost drivers, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Deliver meaningful variance analysis, going beyond the numbers to explain trends and provide practical, actionable recommendations that enhance operational performance.
• Produce and communicate insightful cost reports that empower departments to manage their spend proactively and improve accountability.
• Continuously enhance reporting capabilities by developing and optimizing dashboards in Power BI, improving visibility and accessibility of key cost metrics.
• Support accurate cost allocations, accruals, and capital expenditure tracking, ensuring financial integrity and alignment with business objectives.
• Champion a cost-conscious culture by working closely with operations to identify efficiencies, reduce waste, and maximize value across mining activities.
• Monitor and report on cost per ton/ounce, identifying trends and benchmarking performance across sites or periods.
• Partner with operations to identify cost-saving initiatives and track the realization of efficiency gains.
• Strengthen and maintain internal controls around cost reporting to ensure accuracy and prevent financial leakage.
• Support the preparation of annual budgets and life-of-mine forecasts, aligning financial plans with production targets.
• Analyze equipment utilization and maintenance costs, providing insights to improve asset efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Track and report on key cost drivers such as fuel, labor, explosives, and consumables, highlighting areas of volatility or concern.
• Assist in financial modeling and scenario analysis to evaluate the impact of operational changes or market conditions.
• Ensure accurate inventory accounting, including stock counts, reconciliations, and valuation of materials and supplies.
• Work closely with procurement teams to analyze supplier costs and contract performance, supporting cost optimization.
• Contribute to audit processes by preparing schedules, documentation, and responding to auditor queries.
• Support compliance with accounting frameworks such as IFRS and internal financial policies.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in cost accounting processes, systems, and reporting efficiency.

• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Self-driven Proactive
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to learn operational aspects of the business
• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Power BI or similar BI tools will be an added advantage

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent qualification ACCA, CIMA, CA Zambia).