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VP, Finance

SSR MiningDenver, CO, US
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VP, Finance

SSR Mining Inc. is an intermediate gold company with five producing assets located in the USA, Turkey, Canada, and Argentina, combined with a global pipeline of high-quality development and exploration assets in the USA, Turkey, and Canada.

SSR's commitment to safety, collaboration, and excellence allows us to continue building upon our already strong foundation. With an industry-leading pipeline of projects, strong financial positioning, and talented employees, we look forward to our bright future!

The VP, Finance provides strategic and operational leadership across financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and liquidity management, insurance, and risk management. This role supports strategic decision-making throughout the business, overseeing the design and continuous improvement of financial processes and systems to support an international, multi-jurisdictional mining business.

Based out of Denver, Colorado and reporting directly to the Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, the VP, Finance will serve as a key member of the finance leadership team. This role is pivotal in supporting the Chief Financial Officer, preparing the business for its next phase of strategic growth and operational maturity.

The Vice President, Finance will also play a critical role, acting as a strategic business partner to the executive team and the Board. The position works collaboratively with the Vice President, Accounting and Controller, who leads corporate accounting, financial reporting, and transactional finance functions, to ensure alignment between internal management reporting, external disclosures, and statutory compliance. SSR Mining operates in a decentralized manner; therefore, this role also acts as a key business partner to both mine site leadership teams and senior executives, driving value creation through insightful analysis and disciplined capital allocation.

Key Responsibilities

The VP, Finance will lead the FP&A function, overseeing financial forecasting, budgeting, long-range planning, and management reporting. They will drive the development and enhancement of corporate financial models, supporting both operational and strategic initiatives, translating SSR Mining's long-term vision into actional financial strategies that drive growth, capital efficiency, and shareholder value.

Strategic Planning and Business Partnership

Lead the company-wide financial planning and analysis (FP&A) function, including the development of budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-range plans.

Partner closely with mine site operations, technical services, and corporate functions to ensure financial plans align with operational strategies.

Develop and maintain standardized reporting and performance metrics to monitor and drive financial and operational performance.

Treasury and Cash Management

Oversee cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and working capital management to ensure efficient use of funds across jurisdictions.

Manage banking relationships, credit facilities, and debt capital markets activities.

Ensure compliance with treasury policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.

Capital Allocation and Financial Strategy

Support the Chief Financial Officer and Executive Leadership Team in capital allocation decisions, M&A evaluations, and strategic investment proposals.

Lead the development of disciplined evaluation frameworks for capital projects and investments.

Provide analysis and recommendations to optimize shareholder returns.

Insurance and Risk Management

Oversee the Company's insurance programs, including property, casualty, liability, and other coverages.

Work with brokers and advisors to evaluate risk exposures and ensure adequate protection.

Governance and Compliance

Partner with the Vice President, Accounting to ensure consistency between management reporting and external financial statements.

Support accounting close processes by providing timely forecast inputs and operational insights.

Maintain strong internal controls and financial processes in compliance with GAAP, SEC, and SOX requirements.

Leverage and further optimize the company's financial systems (OneStream, SAP), driving automation and process improvement.

Leadership and Team Development

Build, lead, and develop a high-performing finance team focused on accountability, collaboration, and professional growth.

Foster a culture of transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement within the FP&A team and across the finance function.

Cultivate a strong partnership with the Accounting function to drive cohesive financial stewardship across the organization.

The next 6-12 months : Within the first 12 months in the role, the VP, Finance will have :

  • Supported ongoing corporate financing and treasury projects, streamlining legacy processes and improving the quality of forecasting, budgeting, and reporting, while delivering quick wins in automation and systems optimization.
  • Built trusted relationships with site General Managers, project leads, and corporate leadership; empowering site-level finance teams to operate as self-contained business units, fostering robust business partnering, enabling local financial ownership, and enhancing reporting and forecasting accuracy.
  • Collaborated with Treasury, IT, and external partners on corporate financing initiatives, with a focus on overseeing the reintegration of spun-out functions (such as metal sales) into the FP&A / Chief Financial Officer remit, ensuring a seamless transition of responsibilities as appropriate.

Team & Stakeholder Management : SSR Mining is an entrepreneurial, dynamic, and collaborative business with a focus on results. Key stakeholders will include the Chief Financial Officer, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer, Board, site and project leadership, and external financing partners.

The VP, Finance will lead a small and capable team, and will work closely with Accounting, M&A, and IT. Though SSR Mining are decentralized, the site-level finance teams will hold a dotted line report to the VP, Finance promoting a collaborative, business-partnering approach.

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum 15 years of progressive finance leadership experience, including :

  • Leading FP&A and treasury functions in a complex, capital-intensive environment.
  • Experience in a publicly traded company, ideally within the mining, natural resources, or industrial sectors.
  • Familiarity with multi-jurisdictional operations and international cash management.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline; CPA, CFA, or Master of Business Administration strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to partner effectively across functions and disciplines.
  • Strong analytical and modeling skills, including proficiency with financial systems (such as OneStream, SAP) and planning tools.
  • Experience leading process redesign, system implementations, or other finance transformation initiatives.
  • Exposure / experience in treasury, financial controlling and M&A is highly desirable.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and influencing skills.
  • A robust foundation in US GAAP and financial reporting standard, with the ability to ensure compliance, accuracy, and transparency in financial statements.
  • Executive presence, strong communication skills, and the ability to influence at Board and the executive level.
  • Comfortable with ambiguity, able to operate across functions, and adept at building trust and credibility quickly.

    • Personal Characteristics

    To align with SSR Mining's core values, the successful candidate will be a strategic, commercially strong and proactive decision maker capable of working effectively in a decentralized model. In addition, they will :

  • Champion values and beliefs that align with SSR Mining and demonstrate high integrity, credibility, and ethics beyond reproach.
  • Champion the highest safety standards and practices and promotes a harm-free workplace.
  • Strong willingness to work with and partner with Functional teams.
  • Known to influence, engage, inspire, and build trust effectively at all levels across a global business.
  • Be personable and relatable, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels, both internally and externally, with diverse and divergent stakeholder groups. Has the ability to listen and move at an appropriate pace to gain buy-in and sustainable change.
  • An inclusive and autonomous leader who engages and empowers individuals with varying perspectives and brings out the best of all team members. Ensures strong connectivity to the wider SSR Mining business.

    • For applicants residing in CO, the salary range for this role is from $260,000-$320,000. Benefits : 401(k); medical / dental / vision insurance; employee share purchase plan, PTO, STI and LTI.

    SSR Mining Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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