What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Finance 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
Phoenix Tailings is seeking a hands-on, strategic Director of Finance to build and scale our financial and operational infrastructure from the ground up. As the first senior finance leader, you will own everything from day-to-day financial operations to long-term strategic planning, ensuring our startup’s financial systems are positioned for scalability and growth.
The ideal candidate has built financial and operational systems at a startup, thrives in fast-paced, unstructured environments, and is excited to develop scalable financial processes while working closely with leadership to drive strategic decision-making. Experience in manufacturing, deep tech, or industrial sectors is a plus.
Key Responsibilities
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).
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
Phoenix Tailings is seeking a hands-on, strategic Director of Finance to build and scale our financial and operational infrastructure from the ground up. As the first senior finance leader, you will own everything from day-to-day financial operations to long-term strategic planning, ensuring our startup’s financial systems are positioned for scalability and growth.
The ideal candidate has built financial and operational systems at a startup, thrives in fast-paced, unstructured environments, and is excited to develop scalable financial processes while working closely with leadership to drive strategic decision-making. Experience in manufacturing, deep tech, or industrial sectors is a plus.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and implement financial systems, accounting policies, and internal controls to support rapid growth.
- Own all financial operations, including cash flow management, payroll, AP/AR, treasury, and financial reporting.
- Develop and manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial models, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
- Select and implement financial software (ERP, accounting tools, FP&A models) to improve financial efficiency.
- Partner with leadership to provide data-driven financial insights that guide company growth and fundraising strategies.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and reporting requirements, working with auditors and external accountants.
- Oversee administrative functions, including vendor relationships, facilities, and operational workflows, to support business needs.
- Build and lead a small, high-performing finance and operations team, fostering a culture of accountability and efficiency.
- 5-7 years of finance leadership experience in a startup, with a proven track record of building financial systems from scratch.
- Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.
- Experience implementing financial software and systems (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, SAP, or similar ERP tools).
- Ability to thrive in ambiguity, adapt to rapid growth, and build scalable financial and operational processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to turn financial data into actionable insights.
- Experience working in manufacturing, deep tech, or industrial sectors is a plus.
- CPA, MBA, or advanced finance degree preferred but not required.
- 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.
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).
