Manager Accounting

Freeport-McMoRan; Claypool (AZ); On-site; USD 112,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan with match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted insurance plans

Internal progression opportunities

Comprehensive benefits information

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan is seeking an Accounting Manager at the Claypool, AZ site to plan, organize, and direct the daily Accounting/Finance programs. You will oversee tax, budgeting, payroll, and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

The role requires strong leadership, extensive accounting knowledge, and experience with budgets and cost control. This position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within the site Management Team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with seven years of accounting/reporting experience.
• Three years of management or leadership experience required.
• Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance with five years accounting experience and three years of leadership.
• Possesses and applies advanced knowledge of accounting, budgeting and financial analysis.
• Knowledge of state laws, regulations and guidelines for mining operations including auditing, purchasing, risk management, budgeting, and accounting.
• Ability to research and analyze complex information and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to follow safety practices and maintain awareness of occupational hazards.
• Proficiency with personal computers and Microsoft Office and relational databases.
• Experience in supervising, evaluating, and training employees.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, manage, and control daily Accounting/Finance programs for the assigned site.
• Direct financial and accounting functions including tax activities, internal auditing, budgeting, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and cost reporting.
• Prepare forecasts, profit and loss statements, and annual budget with variance analysis for cost reduction.
• Develop and assess short- and long-term accounting programs and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Collaborate with site Management Team in planning, budgeting, and strategic decisions.
• Evaluate vendors and oversee accounting staff performance.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Onestream

Job description

Manager Accounting

Requisition ID: 147695

Location:

Claypool, AZ, US, 85532

Category: Finance & Accounting

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

Our Miami smelter and rod plant is nestled just 90 miles east of Phoenix. The smelter processes copper concentrate primarily from our company’s Arizona copper mines and is the most significant source of sulfuric acid for our North American leaching operations.Arizona’s Globe-Miamihistoric mining district offers natural beauty and a rich mining heritage. The Tri-Town of Globe, Claypool and Miami offers convenient shopping locales, including Walmart, Safeway, Fry’s and other local stores. Here, our employees and their families can connect with the outdoors and enjoy the family-friendly atmosphere. VisitGlobe-Miami.com (https://www.globemiamichamber.com/) to learn more.

What You Will Do

Under general direction plan, organize, manage, and control the daily operation of the Accounting/Finance programs and systems for the assigned site. As a Manager, you plan, organize and direct financial and accounting functions, including tax activities, internal auditing, budgeting, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, receipts and disbursements, general journals, fixed assets, financial statements, and cost reporting to ensure all responsibilities are completed accurately and on time. In this role, you prepare forecasts and profit and loss statements and provide historical data while compiling and producing the annual budget with analysis for variance review and cost reduction. You will develop, implement, and assess short‑and long‑term programs, goals and objectives for the accounting department and ensure that accounting practices, records, controls and decisions comply with GAAP, Company policy and State and Federal requirements. As an Accounting Manager, you collaborate as part of the site Management Team in tactical and strategic planning, support budgeting efforts, and assist department heads with budget preparation. You will advise site management on audit firms and financial matters and evaluate vendors for accounting and financial services and equipment. In this role, you represent the site on company‑sponsored steering teams, provide leadership and direction, and evaluate the performance of subordinate accounting staff. Perform other duties as required.

What You Bring To Freeport

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or closely related area AND seven (7) years of broad‑based accounting/reporting experience, including three (3) years of management/leadership experience

OR

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance or closely related area AND five (5) years of broad‑based accounting/reporting experience, including three (3) years of management/leadership experience

• Possesses and applies advanced knowledge of principles, practices and procedures in accounting, budgeting and financial analysis

• Knowledge of and the ability to interpret State laws, regulations and guidelines governing mining operations including those relative to auditing, purchasing, risk management, budgeting, and accounting

• Ability to research and analyze complex information and draw valid conclusions

• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions and follow safety practices

• Ability to utilize personal computers and associated software, including Microsoft Office and relational databases

• Skill in supervising, evaluating, training and motivating employees

• Skill in effective verbal and written communication

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP or Onestream

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $112,000-$160,000. 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 incentive compensation considerations based on company and individual performance. Additionally, this position is currently eligible for annual long‑term incentive consideration. Long‑term incentives are contingent upon authorized approval under the terms and conditions of the Company's plan and award agreements. More details will be shared during the hiring process. 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.