1.2. Controller

About Phoenix Tailings Phoenix Tailings is a rapidly growing clean mining and metals production startup dedicated tosustainable and economic critical metals production. Our mission is to be the world's first fullyclean mining and metals production company, producing the resources needed for the nextgeneration of our economy.Why Phoenix Tailings At Phoenix, we believe that nothing great is ever accomplished alone or without the passion ofpeople who push and motivate one another. If you are someone who shares our relentlesspursuit of a better future, passion for innovation, and are excited about working with some ofthe 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 a hands-on Controller to own the accounting function of a fast-growingmanufacturing company. You will lead financial reporting, internal controls, audit, tax, andaccounting policy, and build the team and processes needed to support multi-site production atscale.The ideal candidate has led accounting in a manufacturing or high-growth environment, isequally comfortable setting policy and executing the close, and wants to build the systemsrather than inherit them.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the accounting function end to end — general ledger, monthly and annual close, andthe accuracy and timeliness of all financial statements.• Establish and maintain accounting policies in accordance with GAAP, including technicalaccounting positions and supporting documentation.• Design, implement, and monitor internal controls over financial reporting; prepare theorganization for increasing audit and investor scrutiny.• Manage the annual audit and all external reporting requirements, serving as the primarycontact for external auditors.• Own tax compliance across federal, state, and local jurisdictions, coordinating with externaltax advisors.• Lead, hire, and develop the accounting team, including accounting management, costaccounting, and staff-level roles.• Own the ERP and accounting systems roadmap, driving automation and scalability astransaction volume grows.• Partner with FP&A, operations, and supply chain to ensure inventory, cost, and projectaccounting accurately reflect the business.• Ensure compliance and accurate cost accounting for government-funded programs andgrants.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience as a Controller orAssistant Controller.• CPA required or strongly preferred.• Deep GAAP knowledge with demonstrated ownership of technical accounting positions andaudit outcomes.• Manufacturing accounting experience, including inventory, standard costing, and overheadabsorption.• Experience designing and implementing internal controls in a scaling organization.• Proficiency with NetSuite ERP or a comparable system; implementation or optimizationexperience strongly preferred.• Experience managing and developing an accounting team.• Ability to thrive in ambiguity — excited to build, iterate, and optimize in a fast-movingcompany.• Experience with government contracts, grants, or cost-reimbursable programs is a plus.

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: $245,000 - $340,000 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.