Finance Business Analyst I

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan in Safford, AZ seeks a Finance Business Analyst to support financial planning and analysis, gather requirements, analyze cost and operational data, and prepare reports that inform strategic decisions. You will maintain strong field presence and partner with operations to improve financial efficiency while ensuring compliance with internal and external standards.

Responsibilities include developing cost models, analyzing datasets, preparing budgets and forecasts, communicating

Qualifications

• High-level experience in financial planning and analysis.
• Exposure to manufacturing or mining industry financial operations.
• Familiarity with OKRs and KPI tracking.
• Understanding of financial regulations and SOX controls.

Responsibilities

• Support financial planning and analysis by gathering business requirements and analyzing cost and operational data.
• Prepare reports that inform strategic decisions and maintain strong field presence with operating departments.
• Help develop cost models, analyze data for trends and variances, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Assist with budgets, forecasts, journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analyses under supervision.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Excel

Business Objects

Job description

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.

This position is not eligible for Freeport-McMoRan immigration work visa sponsorship.

Where You Will Work

In operation since 2007, Safford operations is a zero-discharge facility and one of the most sustainable mines in the United States. The operation’s commitment to utilizing advanced technologies and sustainable practices strongly emphasizes safety and environmental stewardship. Located in southeastern Arizona, close to more than 4 million acres of national forest, employees and their families can connect with the great outdoors while fishing, rafting, hiking and more. Several educational institutions also are nearby, including a Northern Arizona University satellite campus, Eastern Arizona College, and the Gila Institute for Technology.

What You Will Do

In this role, you support financial planning and analysis by gathering business requirements, analyzing cost and operational data, and preparing reports that inform strategic decisions, while maintaining a strong field presence and building relationships with operating departments to improve financial efficiency and ensure compliance with internal and external standards. As a Finance Business Analyst, you support the identification and documentation of stakeholder business needs and contribute to developing actionable plans that can be incorporated into cost models, assist with analyzing financial data and existing processes to identify trends, variances, and cost-saving opportunities, and help monitor and analyze departmental costs related to equipment, labor, materials, and more. You will also support the preparation of company budgets and forecasts, assist communication between business stakeholders and technical teams, and help create detailed financial reports and presentations for management. In addition, you assist with analyzing large production, sales, and expense datasets to support decision‑making, support efforts to maintain compliance with applicable financial regulations, standards, and internal policies, and work closely with operations, procurement, and other departments to gather data and develop financial insights. This role further supports accounting activities such as journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and financial statement review, ensuring accuracy and alignment with established principles, while performing other duties as requested under general supervision.

What You Bring To Freeport

• High School diploma with six (6) years of financial/business analytics experience, OR
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field AND two (2) years of experience, OR
• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• Proficiency in SAP, Power BI, Excel, and Business Objects
• Strong analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and upper management, including presentation skills.
• Understanding of financial regulations and SOX controls.
• Exposure to manufacturing or mining industry financial operations.
• Familiarity with OKRs and KPI tracking.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field or higher
• Experience with OneStream, CoreStream, Ariba, and Blackline
• Knowledge of safety culture and business conduct principles
• Ability to mentor, coach, and drive continuous improvement

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