1.4. Accounting Manager

Phoenix Tailings; Burlington (AL); On-site; USD 155,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Stock options

Unlimited PTO

Learning & development

Job summary

Phoenix Tailings in Burlington, Alabama is seeking an Accounting Manager to run the monthly close and day-to-day accounting operations for our fast-growing manufacturing company.

You will own the close calendar, manage staff, and ensure accurate reconciliations, journal entries, and controls while partnering with operations and procurement.

We offer a competitive total cash compensation range of $155,000–$205,000 plus equity, with comprehensive healthcare and unlimited PTO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 7+ years progressive accounting experience including monthly close.
• 2+ years supervising accounting staff.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and month-end close practices.
• Experience with NetSuite ERP or a comparable system.
• Experience in manufacturing or high-growth environments.

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close — set the calendar, assign ownership, and deliver on schedule.
• Manage daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, and expense processing.
• Own the balance sheet reconciliation process; review reconciliations and resolve exceptions.
• Review journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules for accuracy.
• Document and continuously improve accounting procedures, checklists, and controls.
• Manage, coach, and develop staff; set priorities across the close cycle.
• Prepare audit schedules and support the annual audit and tax filings.
• Partner with operations and procurement to ensure timely, accurate transactions; support ERP improvements.

Skills

Leadership / people management

GAAP knowledge

Detail-oriented

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Job description

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, 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

Who We Are Looking For:

We are seeking an Accounting Manager to run the monthly close and the day-to-day accounting
operations of a fast-growing manufacturing company. You will own the close calendar, the
reconciliation process, and the accounting procedures the rest of the team executes against —and manage the staff who perform that work.
The ideal candidate is a strong technical accountant who also enjoys managing people and
process, and who wants to tighten and document a close that is still being built.

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close — set the calendar, assign ownership, and
  deliver on schedule.
• Manage daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable,
  payroll accounting, and expense processing.
• Own the balance sheet reconciliation process; review reconciliations prepared by staff and
  resolve exceptions.
• Review journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules for accuracy and completeness.
• Document and continuously improve accounting procedures, checklists, and controls.
• Manage, coach, and develop staff and senior accountants; set priorities and balance
  workload across the close cycle.
• Prepare audit schedules and support the annual audit and tax filings.
• Partner with operations and procurement to ensure transactions are recorded accurately
  and on time.
• Support ERP and accounting systems improvements, including automation of manual
  processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including ownership of a monthly close.
• 2+ years of experience managing or supervising accounting staff.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and month-end close best practices.
• Proficiency with NetSuite ERP or a comparable system.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or high-growth environments.
• Demonstrated ability to document and improve accounting processes, not just execute
  them.
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational and prioritization skills.

What We Offer

This pay range reflects best estimate for the total cash compensation which includes salary +
discretionary bonus for this role. Total package may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Pay Range: $155,000 - $205,000 total cash compensation plus equity

• Healthcare: 100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee
• Stock Options: Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company.
• Time Off: Unlimited PTO.
• Learning: Learning and development opportunities to grow your skills and career.

At Phoenix Tailings, we have an open culture that values learning, and we are looking to grow
the team with enthusiastic individuals who share our vision of sustainable mining.
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).