What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2.2. Controller position at Phoenix Tailings?
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 Tailings, 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:
We are seeking a highly motivated Controller to join our growing team. This individual will play a key role in overseeing financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting to management and investors, and maintaining the financial health of the organization. The Controller will collaborate with external accounting partners and internal teams to draft budgets aligned with company objectives, while also managing daily financial activities such as payroll, treasury management, bill payments, and receivables.
The ideal candidate has experience in startups, understands the unique challenges of building financial systems from scratch, and is adept at creating scalable processes. A background in technology or manufacturing industries is a plus.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to management and investors. Review and oversee the preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP and other relevant standards.
- Work closely with internal teams to draft budgets that reflect their strategic and operational plans. Monitor and analyze budget performance, providing insights and recommendations to improve financial alignment.
- Act as the primary liaison with the accounting firm, ensuring all financial records are maintained, taxes are filed, and compliance requirements are met.
- Oversee payroll, wire transfers, bill payments, treasury management, and accounts receivable processes. Ensure efficient, accurate, and timely execution of these activities.
- Establish and refine financial processes and controls that support the organization’s growth, ensuring scalability and compliance.
- Monitor cash flow and ensure appropriate treasury management practices to support operational needs and long-term objectives.
- Provide clear financial updates and reports to management, investors, and other stakeholders, ensuring transparency and accuracy in financial matters.
- Identify potential financial risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA preferred.
- At least 5 years of experience in a senior financial role, ideally within startups or rapidly growing manufacturing organizations.
- Strong understanding of GAAP principles and familiarity with financial systems, budgeting tools, and software.
- Experience implementing or working with scalable financial processes.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and clearly convey financial insights.
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Familiarity with financial management in technology or manufacturing industries.
- Demonstrated success in building financial processes from the ground up.
We offer a competitive compensation package that is based on expertise. We also offer the following benefits:
- Healthcare, we care about you and your family: 100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Stock: Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company.
- Family Focus: Parental leave and flexibility for families.
- Time Off: Flexible vacation policy to encourage people to get out and see the world.
- Team Fun: Regularly scheduled events, and celebrations.
- Learning: Learning and development Opportunities to grow your skills and career.
- Great team: Working with fun, hard-working, kind people committed to making a difference!
- Flexible culture: We are results-focused. We don’t work at the office every day.
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).
