Business Analyst

at  Vale

WHO WE ARE

We are a global mining company dedicated to safely delivering nickel, copper, cobalt, and platinum group metals essential for the world’s energy transition.
Our mission is to improve lives and shape a better future together.
From utensils to cellphones to satellites, our operations simplify daily life and enhance connectivity. Our metals are integral to life-saving medical equipment and the electric vehicles driving the fight against climate change – our work truly matters.
Join our diverse team of 15,000 talented individuals committed to transforming critical minerals into prosperity and sustainable development in countries like Canada, Brazil, Indonesia, the United Kingdom, and Japan. We invite you to use your skills with us and contribute to something meaningful and enduring.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are currently seeking a Business Analyst to join our Finance Team in Sudbury, ON.
This is a permanent position covered under the Collective Agreement between Vale and the Local 2020-05 United Steelworkers.
As a Business Analyst, you will be a business partner to the operating site or sites by being a key member of the site management team, gain and maintain a thorough understanding of the cost structure, cost drivers and operation of the site or sites, provide relevant financial information and analysis that will enable the site management team to exercise cost control over their costs. Ensure financial reporting requirements are met as set out by the North Atlantic Management team including, but not limited to, monthly results, weekly, monthly, yearly forecasts, annual budget and five-year plans.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Gaining and maintaining a thorough understanding of the cost structure and cost drivers of your site or sites.
• Gaining and maintaining a thorough understanding of the operations at your site or sites.
• Provide support to the site management team in terms of cost analysis, financial results and financial sign-off on operational changes impacting costs and/or revenue.
• Track costs against the site’s or sites’ agreed-upon KPIs and working with site management, analyze the reasons for any deviations and develop and implement action plans to address the deviations; track action plans to ensure implementation and effectiveness.
• Assist site or sites with the preparation of forecasts (weekly/monthly/yearly), annual budget and five-year plan for all costs (operating and capital costs) within the guidelines and deadlines provided by N.A. Management and Reporting & Budgeting team. Forecasts are to be prepared in conjunction with site management and needs to take into account production forecasts and plans and the impact thereof on the various cost drivers.
• Be active in the management of the site or sites you are allocated to in terms of providing feedback and input on matters that affects costs, provide different insights and perspectives where possible and relevant and challenge the team on the requirements for spending or new projects.
• Educate the operations teams on the financial impact that their decisions have and work with them to minimize any negative cost impacts.
• Attend all relevant plant meetings such as daily/weekly/monthly update meetings.
• Any other tasks that may be assigned from time to time.

EDUCATION:

• The successful candidate will possess a university degree or equivalent in Accounting, Business/Commerce, or Engineering is required.
• Professional designations including Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), or Professional Engineer (P. Eng) is preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of three years of progressive relevant experience in a resource, processing or manufacturing environment.
• Preferred knowledge and understanding of accounting principles.

SKILLS:

• Strong knowledge of accounting policies and procedures, product costing methods and financial business systems.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office products to include Word, Access and Outlook and Vale Accounting systems to include, Oracle or SAP. Requires advanced knowledge of Excel spreadsheets for modeling and analysis (extra weight on this component in technical section).
• Knowledge of product and inventory costing methodologies and principles.
• Knowledge of financial accounting systems.
• Experience supporting strategic cost savings initiatives.
• Knowledge of Mining, Milling and Refining Processes.
• Demonstrated competency in Excel.

INCLUDE TO TRANSFORM

At Vale Base Metals, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive work environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. Vale encourages everyone to express their ideas and opinions and values the plurality of individual profiles. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are critical to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or any other personal consideration that makes us different.
Vale is an equal opportunity employer seeking to increase diversity across our operations and improve equal opportunity at Vale and in the mining industry.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.
Pay Grade: J
Apply by: November 1st, 2024

Please refer the Job description for details