Manager Business Transition

Copper World Inc•Tucson, AZ

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager Business Transition is a high-impact, individual contributor role designed to bridge the gap between strategic intent and operational execution. This role serves as a strategic advisor and integrator across the US Business Unit (USBU), leveraging deep expertise in value drivers and process systems design to optimize business processes and drive cost-value realization. The incumbent will lead through influence, partnering with business leaders to unlock efficiencies and support technology-enabled business process design.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, with at least 5 years in a leadership or senior role.
Technical Skills: Proven expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. Proficiency in SAP and advanced Microsoft Excel skills are required.
Accounting Knowledge: Strong knowledge of IFRS/US GAAP, financial statement analysis, and internal controls.
Analytical Ability: Exceptional analytical skills with an inquisitive, problem-solving mindset.
Communication: Ability to effectively communicate complex financial information to both financial and non-financial audiences.
Industry Context: Significant experience in mining, metals, or heavy industrial sectors.

Nice To Haves

Professional Designations: CPA, CMA, or an advanced degree (MBA) is highly preferred.
Languages/Regulatory: Knowledge of Arizona tax/regulatory landscapes and Spanish-speaking ability are considered assets.

Responsibilities

Strategic Value & Process Optimization: Support the design and continuous improvement of end-to-end business processes to identify value drivers, maximize ROI, and reduce operational friction.
Decision Support: Provide critical analysis and frameworks for key governance milestones, including Project Tollgates, Investment Project Reviews (IPRs), and Final Investment Decisions (FIDs).
Financial Governance: Act as the lead Finance representative for the USBU's growth portfolio, ensuring projects meet rigorous financial criteria during development.
Investment Evaluation: Develop high-integrity Business Cases with clear opportunity statements, optimized base cases, and valuations of risks/opportunities.
Asset Integration: Support the integration of assets into the USBU, including post-acquisition integration and the transition of projects to operations.
Reporting & Governance: Support critical reporting for the Board and Joint Venture (JV) partners to provide clarity on performance and strategic alignment.
Cross-Functional Liaison: Coordinate Finance and USBU engagements with the Corporate center to ensure local interests are represented globally.
JV Partner Relations: Manage engagement calendars and deliver high-quality materials for JV partner meetings against established commitments.
Cost Optimization: Partner with business leaders to identify and deliver cost-saving initiatives across administrative and operational functions.