1.7. Senior Accountant
About The Position
Phoenix Tailings is seeking a Senior Accountant to execute the monthly close and own the more complex areas of their general ledger. This role involves preparing and reviewing complex journal entries, owning significant balance sheet reconciliations, and contributing directly to accurate, timely financial reporting. The ideal candidate is a technically strong accountant who works independently, brings order to areas that are still being built, and is ready to grow into broader ownership as the team scales. Phoenix Tailings is a rapidly growing clean mining and metals production startup dedicated to sustainable and economic critical metals production. Their 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.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally within a start-up or high-growth environment.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting best practices.
- Proficiency with NetSuite ERP or a comparable system; advanced Excel skills.
- Demonstrated experience owning complex reconciliations and close deliverables independently.
- Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
- A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with the desire to build efficient systems from the ground up.
Nice To Haves
- CPA or CPA-track preferred.
- Prior experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and post complex journal entries, including accruals, allocations, and technical accounting entries.
- Own reconciliation of significant balance sheet accounts; research and resolve variances.
- Execute assigned areas of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close on schedule.
- Prepare financial statement schedules and supporting analysis with clear commentary on drivers.
- Prepare audit schedules and respond to auditor requests.
- Support tax filings and other external reporting requirements.
- Identify and implement improvements to close procedures and reconciliation processes.
- Partner with operations, procurement, and payroll to ensure transactions are recorded accurately.
- Mentor staff accountants and review their work as the team grows.
Benefits
- 100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee
- Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company.
- Unlimited PTO.
- Learning and development opportunities to grow your skills and career.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
