Finance Assistant

Job overview

Ma’aden Barrick Second Company (MBC2) is looking for an on-site Finance Assistant to support the finance function and contribute to the growth of the team in Jiddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The role sits within an environment that emphasizes integrity, accountability, teamwork, safety, sustainability, and results-oriented performance.

About the work environment

• Communicate openly and honestly while acting with integrity.
• Work with a clear focus on outcomes and practical solutions.
• Help create a long-term, sustainable legacy.
• Take ownership of responsibilities and remain accountable for results.
• Support a zero-harm safety culture.
• Build strong and meaningful partnerships.

Key responsibilities

• Run monthly payroll activities while ensuring alignment with company procedures and Saudi labor rules.
• Handle accounts payable processing, including invoice checks, three-way matching against purchase orders, and supplier disbursements.
• Review supplier balances and work with vendors and internal teams to clear invoice mismatches.
• Keep finance records accurate and up to date for payroll, payables, petty cash, and related backup documents.
• Prepare bank transfer files and support accurate, timely payment execution.
• Contribute to month-end close tasks, journal postings, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Track exploration spending, drilling-related costs, and contractor invoices to help maintain cost accuracy and control.
• Assist with monthly cost reporting, budget-versus-actual analysis, forecasting, and budget preparation support.
• Support joint venture cash call activities, reporting needs, and audit-related requests.
• Follow IFRS requirements, internal controls, company policies, and audit standards.

Qualifications and experience

• A bachelor’s degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Professional accounting certification, whether partly or fully completed, will be considered an advantage.
• Good knowledge of accounting fundamentals, financial controls, and reporting expectations.
• Comfort using Microsoft Excel and financial software.
• Between 3 and 5 years of experience in accounting, payroll, accounts payable, or finance operations.
• Experience with ERP platforms such as SAP, Pronto, or comparable systems.
• Working knowledge of payroll, payables, general ledger, and month-end processes.
• Background in mining, exploration, construction, or industrial settings is preferred.
• Strong analytical and numerical ability with careful attention to detail.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to manage stakeholders effectively.
• Capability to work independently, juggle multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Well-developed organization skills and a strong commitment to confidentiality.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic is an added advantage.

Additional information

Applications were requested before 25 July 2026. The company is committed to maintaining a safe workplace, sending every person home healthy and safe each day, and contributing to a sustainable legacy for host communities. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

About the company

Barrick is a global mining, exploration, and development company with a portfolio of major gold and copper assets, including six Tier One gold mines. Its operations and projects extend across 18 countries and five continents, and it is the largest gold producer in the United States. The company aims to create lasting value through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and disciplined growth. Its shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol B and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under ABX.

About the team

The Jabal Sayid copper operation is located 350 kilometers northeast of Jeddah in Saudi Arabia. It operates as a 50/50 joint venture with Ma’aden. The first copper concentrate shipment was made in December 2015, and commercial production began in July 2016.