Lead Accounting Analyst

Freeport-McMoran, Inc.$97K — $138K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or closely related area with 6 years of relevant experience; 2 years in project management or decision-making role
  • Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or closely related area with 4 years of relevant experience; 2 years in leadership or decision-making role
  • CPA or CMA certification preferred
  • Experience with SAP is advantageous
  • Background in mining or manufacturing industries is preferred

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and lead departmental projects and assignments supporting Accounting Managers
  • Learn, understand, and train others on finance systems and reporting applications
  • Utilize data manipulation skills to train and mentor others
  • Develop and communicate plans for site accounting support staff
  • Drive projects independently with minimal guidance
  • Navigate various accounting and finance areas effectively
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

Benefits

  • $750 monthly housing allowance for on-site workers who meet criteria
  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with employer contributions
  • Generous paid time off and holiday pay
  • Tuition assistance to support educational advancement
  • Employee Assistance Program for personal support
  • Discounts on various insurance plans
  • Opportunities for internal career progression
Full Job Description


Where You Will Work

Located approximately 50 miles northeast of Safford, Arizona on U.S. Highway 191, Morenci operations (an open-pit copper mining complex) has been in continuous operation since 1939. The operation consists of two concentrators, crushed-ore leach pad and stacking system, a low-grade run-of-mine (ROM) leaching system; four SX plants; and three EW tank houses that produce copper cathode.

Morenci is a unique company town where our employees and their families can reconnect with nature through hiking, fishing, camping, hunting and numerous parks. The company offers several amenities, including company housing OR employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines, a newly constructed daycare and community center, library, health-care facilities, state-of-the-art fitness centers, a movie theater and a skate park. Our dedicated Parks and Recreation Division plans activities for people of all ages, making sure there's something for everyone to enjoy. Visit the Morenci town website to learn more.

Description

Oversee and lead projects and tasks in support of Accounting Managers. Develop skills to be able to train on FMI finance applications and reporting systems. Prioritize creating and implementing development plans for site accounting support staff primarily at the Sr Accounting Analyst levels.
  • Oversee and lead projects, group tasks, assignments, and responsibilities within the department in support of the Accounting Managers
  • Learn, understand, and train others on systems and reporting applications (SAP, EDW, Power BI, Finance/GSC/Maintenance databases)
  • Extremely competent with system applications used in manipulating and sorting data. Able to train and mentor others.
  • Create and communicate development plans for the site accounting organizations.
  • Lead projects with very little support and direction.
  • Understand and be able to function in multiple accounting and finance areas.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as directed.


Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or closely related area and six (6) years of related Accounting experience, including two (2) years of project management and/or decision-making responsibilities;

OR
  • Master's degree in Accounting, Finance or closely related area and four (4) years of accounting experience, including two (2) years of leadership and/or decison-making responsibilities


Preferred Qualifications:
  • CPA or CMA
  • Experience with SAP
  • Mining or manufacturing industry experience


Criteria/Conditions:
  • Location requires mobility in an office environment; each floor is accessible by elevator. Occasionally work will be performed in a mine, outdoor or manufacturing plant setting.
  • Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk.
  • Must be able to frequently lift and carry up to 10 pounds.
  • Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment.
  • Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or plant environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required.
  • Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing as allowed by applicable state laws


  • What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $97,500-$138,000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process. Click here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.
  • Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines
  • Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
  • Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave
  • Tuition assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle
  • Internal progression opportunities
  • Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!


What We Require
  • Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
  • Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
  • Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.

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