Manager : Financial Reporting

Kamoto Copper Company Société Anonyme, KCC SA in acronym, is a Congolese company operating in Kolwezi, capital of the province of Lualaba, in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

KCC SA exploits copper and cobalt ores on a large scale. It includes an underground mine, open-pit mines and integrated metallurgical facilities. The operation has one of the largest copper reserves in the world, with a current life of over 25 years.

As an industrial mining company, we provide safe workplaces and support the sustainable development of the local economy. We maintain a constructive and open dialogue with the communities that host us, as well as with the provincial and national government.

Job Description. Reporting to the Head of Department (HoD): Finance, the incumbent will support the management of the Finance function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, a robust internal control environment and reliable financial information to support business decisions.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Financial reporting and period-end close:

• Coordinate monthly and quarterly closing processes and ensure timely submission of financial reports to the Group;

• Consolidate financial and operational data, validate its accuracy and prepare monthly management reports;

• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements in the DRC, including OHADA financial statements and regulatory filings;

• Budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis:

• Coordinate the annual budgeting process with department heads and review expenditure proposals;

• Prepare and update financial forecasts, incorporating actual results, commodity price assumptions and mine plans;

• Analyse actual performance against budget by cost centre, recommend corrective actions and monitor their implementation;

• Internal controls, compliance and audit:

• Oversee internal controls, including those embedded in ERP and electronic workflow systems, and ensure appropriate segregation of duties;

• Coordinate internal and external audits, respond to auditors’ requests and promptly escalate material risks;

• Treasury, tax and financial oversight:

• Oversee controls relating to treasury, cash-flow forecasting, payroll and tax compliance;

• Monitor copper and cobalt sales and inventories and ensure the reliability of the related financial information;

• People leadership and continuous improvement:

• Lead, coach and develop Finance team members while maintaining the required safety standards;

• Streamline reporting processes and support the alignment of cost, capital and forecast data with Anaplan;

• Prepare financial analyses and presentations for senior management and collaborate closely with operational teams.

Position Requirements. Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Accounting or Finance, as a minimum;
• At least eight (8) years of post-qualification experience, including a minimum of three (3) years in a financial management role, preferably within the mining industry;
• A Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance and a Chartered Accountant qualification would be advantageous;
• Experience working in a French-speaking country and familiarity with the OHADA accounting framework would be advantageous;

Technical competencies.

• Thorough knowledge of IFRS, internal control frameworks, financial close processes and financial reporting;
• Strong financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting capabilities, with the ability to produce accurate, concise management reports;
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with ERP and planning systems, particularly Anaplan, would be an advantage;
• Working knowledge of the DRC Mining Code, tax regulations and foreign exchange controls;
• Fluency in English is essential; French language skills are desirable;

Behavioural competencies.

• Accuracy and integrity: maintain high standards of precision and reliability in financial data, analysis and reporting;
• Analytical thinking: identify variances, assess risks and develop practical solutions;
• Leadership and accountability: manage and develop a team while consistently meeting deadlines;
• Communication: clearly explain financial results and implications to non-financial stakeholders;
• Collaboration and continuous improvement: partner with operations and improve processes and controls.

KCC SA does not accept applications submitted by people under the age of eighteen (18). In accordance with article 1 of the Labor Code of the Democratic Republic of Congo, KCC SA receives all applications without distinction or discrimination. However, as part of its Equal Opportunity, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion program, applications from women are strongly encouraged.

In accordance with our Compliance Policy and Code of Conduct, KCC SA or its employees do not receive any remuneration or benefits of any kind at any stage of the recruitment process. Violators are subject to legal action.

Any act or attempt of bribery related to this job application must be reported via the Glencore Group Raising Concerns Programme channels. Please scan the QR code to access the channels.

Furthermore, KCC SA pursues the objective of a transparent, fair and equitable recruitment process and, therefore, does not tolerate any interference or intervention in any way whatsoever in its recruitment process. Any failure on this point will result in the immediate disqualification of the candidate concerned.