Finance Business Partner Copper Operations

Rio Tinto • Salt Lake City, UT

10d • Onsite

About The Position

This role serves as the lead finance professional supporting the Nuton Senior Leadership Team. The Finance Business Partner will help shape business direction, influence key investment decisions, and support the execution of Nuton’s ambitious growth plans. This is a strategic opportunity for an experienced and commercially minded finance professional to contribute to an innovative venture focused on unlocking new sources of critical metals through sustainable technologies. The position reports to the Senior Manager Finance Americas and works within a collaborative and high-performing global team.

Requirements

• A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 5-10+ years of experience in finance, commercial, engineering, or business partnering roles within industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of the mining industry, capital investments, and key drivers of business performance.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and communicate complex financial information effectively.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, leadership, and relationship-building skills.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or Master’s degree is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead Nuton’s monthly and quarterly financial performance management and reporting.
• Oversee cost management, forecasting, and the ongoing development of Nuton’s cost models.
• Provide financial oversight across the portfolio, including investment tracking, project funding, and cash burn management.
• Support capital allocation, studies, pilot programs, and long-term business planning activities.
• Deliver financial insights and decision-support analysis to enable capital prioritization and strategic decision-making.
• Partner with Finance, IS&T, Tax, Treasury, and Controllership teams to ensure effective governance, compliance, and operational support.
• Support portfolio modelling, business case development, project evaluations, and investment approvals.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives and special projects that advance Nuton’s business objectives.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive bonus.
• Access to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits.
• Excellent retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution and a generous 401(k) matching program.
• Attractive share ownership plan.
• Comprehensive leave policies covering PTO, paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave.
• A generous parental leave policy, ensuring you can spend quality time with your growing family.
• Wellness support, employee discount programs, and access to Virgin Pulse incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential counselling and support services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior