The Role
Manage and execute accounting and FP&A activities including month/quarter/year close, general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow tracking, financial modeling, audit support, project-based accounting for plant construction, and preparing financial materials for fundraising.
Summary Generated by Built In
About Phoenix Tailings
Phoenix Tailings is a rapidly growing clean mining and metals production startup dedicated to sustainable and economic critical metals production. Our mission is to be the world's first fully clean mining and metals production company, producing the resources needed for the next generation of our economy.
Why Phoenix Tailings
At Phoenix, we believe that nothing great is ever accomplished alone or without the passion of people who push and motivate one another. If you are someone who shares our relentless pursuit of a better future, passion for innovation, and are excited about working with some of the top innovators in the world, then this is the place for you.
Our Values:
● You are only crazy if you are wrong, it’s ok to be wrong
● Lead with Compassion
● Be Resourceful
● Listen
● Hustle
Who We Are Looking For
Phoenix Tailings is looking for a FP&A Manager to support and execute the company’s accounting and financial operations as we scale production. This role will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting financial planning, and ensuring disciplined financial execution across the business. You will work directly on the systems and processes that enable the company to operate, build, and grow.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support and execute monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including preparation of financial statements
- Maintain the general ledger, including journal entries and account reconciliations
- Support implementation and enforcement of accounting policies and internal controls
- Track revenue, expenses, and capital expenditures across projects and operations
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow tracking
- Build and maintain financial models to support planning and decision-making
- Prepare schedules and documentation for audits and tax filings
- Support project-based accounting tied to plant construction and operations
- Assist with financial reporting and materials for fundraising and strategic initiatives
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Experience in accounting or finance roles
- Experience with general ledger management, journal entries, and account reconciliations
- Experience supporting financial close processes and preparing financial statements
- Familiarity with GAAP and basic accounting controls
- Experience supporting audits and working with external accountants or auditors
- Experience building or maintaining financial models for budgeting and forecasting
- Experience in manufacturing, industrial or engineering settings
We offer a competitive compensation package that is based on expertise. We also offer the following benefits:
- Healthcare: 100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee
- Stock Options: Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company.
- Time Off: Unlimited PTO.
- Learning: Learning and development opportunities to grow your skills and career.
This pay range reflects best estimate for the total cash compensation which includes salary + discretionary bonus for this role. Total package may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Pay Range: $140,000- $190,000 total cash compensation plus equity
At Phoenix Tailings, we have an open culture that values learning, and we are looking to grow the team with enthusiastic individuals who share our vision of sustainable mining.
Phoenix Tailings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity at all levels. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information, or any other applicable protected characteristics, and these characteristics will not be a factor for consideration of any work-related decisions (including but not limited to hiring, firing, compensation, and discipline).
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Experience in accounting or finance roles
- General ledger management, journal entries, and account reconciliations experience
- Experience supporting financial close processes and preparing financial statements
- Familiarity with GAAP and basic accounting controls
- Experience supporting audits and working with external accountants or auditors
- Experience building or maintaining financial models for budgeting and forecasting
- Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or engineering settings
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The Company
What We Do
Phoenix Tailings is a rare earth metals production company dedicated to restoring U.S. industrial independence by building domestic refining capacity. The company aims to redefine the industry as the first fully clean mining and metals producer, using sustainable, net-zero technology to transform mining waste (tailings) into critical rare earth metals and alloys essential for modern technology, defense, and green energy infrastructure.
