Lead Accounting Analyst

Freeport McMoRanClifton, AZ
$97,500 - $138,000Onsite

About The Position

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career. Apply Today! 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.

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
  • 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.
  • Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.

Nice To Haves

  • CPA or CMA
  • Experience with SAP
  • Mining or manufacturing industry experience

Responsibilities

  • 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.

Benefits

  • Company housing OR 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
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