Accountant II

Freeport McMoRan Inc.; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental and vision

Company-paid life and disability

401(k) with match

Paid time off / holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted insurance plans

Internal progression opportunities

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan in El Paso, TX, is seeking an accounting professional to support month-end close, journal entries, and financial data analysis for timely reporting to site management.

The role requires solid accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams in a large metals company. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities at the El Paso facility.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with six years accounting experience, including two years in training or on-the-job instruction in Accounting or Finance.
• Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance with four years accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with two years accounting experience.
• Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned duties as part of the accounting close process and record journal entries.
• Analyze financial and operational data and communicate results to management and site finance personnel.
• Perform analysis and reconciliation through system queries and investigate reconciling items.
• Review processes for improvements during month-end close and advise on practical efficiencies.
• Perform other accounting and special projects as assigned.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP S4 experience

Job description

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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

Our rod and refining plant in El Paso, Texas, is a key contributor to our ranking as one of the world’s largest manufacturers of continuous cast copper rod – a main material used in the manufacturing of wire and cable products. The refinery has the potential to operate at an annual production capacity of about 900 million pounds of copper cathode, which is sufficient to refine all the copper anode we produce at our Miami operations in Arizona. The refinery also produces nickel carbonate, copper telluride and autoclaved slimes material containing gold, silver, platinum and palladium.

The beautiful city of El Paso features three universities, many community colleges and numerous schools. Some popular attractions include the International Museum of Art, National Border Patrol Museum and Franklin Mountain State Park. There are many shopping centers, parks, hiking trails and numerous restaurants for our employees and their families to enjoy.

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

• SAP S4 experience

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.

• 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 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer