Accountant II

Freeport-McMoRan; Bagdad (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted insurance plans

Career progression opportunities

Benefits overview

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan seeks an Accountant II in Bagdad, AZ. You will contribute to the month-end close, recording journal entries, and coordinating with site finance teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.

The role requires a blend of analytical skills and strong attention to detail, with opportunities for growth in a mining environment. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related area and two years of accounting experience.
• Associates degree with four years of accounting experience.
• High School diploma or GED with six years of accounting experience; two years in related training or on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned duties as part of the accounting close process, including journal entries and collaboration with site finance groups.
• Analyze financial and operational data and communicate results to management and site finance personnel.
• Perform analysis and reconciliation through system queries and investigation of reconciling items.
• Review processes for improvements during month-end close; propose practical efficiency improvements.
• Perform other accounting and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance

High School diploma or GED with experience

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Microsoft Excel

Business Objects

Job description

Accountant II

Bagdad, AZ, US, 86321

Why You Should Apply For This Job:

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.

Where You Will Work

Looking to live in a small town with big opportunities? Our Bagdad operations in Arizona offers housing at a subsidized rate, a family-friendly atmosphere and numerous amenities including an aquatic center, golf course and fitness center. Located 100 miles northwest of Phoenix, Bagdad is home to the world's first commercial - scale concentrate leach processing facility, as well as one of the longest continuously operating solvent extraction/electrowinning plants in the world. Visit theBagdad town website (https://bagdadaztown.com/) to learn more.

What You Will Do

• Complete assigned duties as part of the accounting close process. Apply knowledge of accounting policies and procedures to tasks which include recording journal entries, collaborating with site finance groups and research and analysis among other duties.
• Analyze financial and operational data and communicate results timely and effectively to management and site finance personnel.
• Perform analysis and reconciliation through system queries, research, investigation of reconciling items and resolution.
• Review processes for improvements as changes occur or new requirements are added to the month-end close process. Use knowledge gained in making recommendations that are practical and which gain efficiencies.
• Perform other accounting and special projects as assigned.
• Perform other duties as required.

What You Bring To Freeport

• High School diploma or GED and six (6) years professional experience in accounting, including two (2) years in prolong intellectual instruction (certifications, instructed training, OR on the job training, etc..) in Accounting or Finance; OR
• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or closely related area and four (4) years professional experience in accounting; OR
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related area and two (2) years of accounting experience; OR
• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related area

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in SAP, Power BI, Microsoft Excel, and Business Objects
• Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement across management levels
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Understanding of manufacturing or mining industry financial operations
• Understanding of OKRs and KPI tracking
• Understanding of financial regulations and SOX controls

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $65,000-$90,000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process. Click here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.

• 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
• Learn more (https://jobs.fcx.com/content/Our-Benefits-FM/?locale=en_US) about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!

What We Require

• 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.