Sales Accountant

About the role

The Greens Creek Mine, located on Admiralty Island 18 miles south of Juneau, is an underground polymetallic mine operating since 1989, employing approximately 530 people. The mine is owned and operated by Hecla Mining Company, headquartered in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Established in 1891, Hecla has a rich history as a distinguished and respected precious metals producer. Winner of numerous safety and environmental awards, Greens Creek is seeking new team members committed to professional growth and success.

Responsibilities

• Receive department-level training that not only covers job-specific tasks but also prioritizes safety protocols.
• Attend comprehensive MSHA training, ensuring you're equipped with essential safety knowledge before visiting our mine site located on Admiralty Island outside of Juneau.
• Offer your technical expertise and guidance in various accounting functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare monthly production, inventory, and sales reports for submission to Hecla Corporate, ensuring reports are accurate and submitted on time.
• Critically review our in-place accounting processes, aiming to optimize process design for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Regularly review and provide feedback and approval on cost reports, variance analysis, and other financial documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal control requirements.
• Work extensively with our Marketing Manager on the sale and shipping logistics of our concentrate, specifically focusing on invoice preparation & collections, revenue recognition and all functions necessary to support shipment settlement.
• Contribute to the financial integrity of Hecla Greens Creek Mining Company and promote a culture of safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• B.A. in accounting or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two to five years of experience in accounting, preferably in the mining industry.
• Training/ Special Skills: Word processing, spreadsheet and database proficiency (MS Word, MS Excel & MS Access/SQL preferred); Ellipse or IFS Cloud accounting experience a plus.

Essential Functions

• Prepare monthly production, inventory & sales reports for submission to Hecla Corporate.
• Assists with internal and external audit engagement teams regarding implementation of remediation plans to address issues identified.
• Maintain sales contracts sub-directory.
• Coordinate vessels and maintain supporting documentation for each shipment.
• Manage sales for gravity, silver, zinc, & precious metals concentrate.
• Coordinate Assay exchange, settlement & corresponding QA/QC program with lab manager.
• Prepare cash receipts & forecasting.
• Maintain pricing & freight index models.
• Appoint & manage discharge representatives.
• Assist with budgets and forecasts.
• Assume other responsibilities and tasks as needed.