6.3. Financial Analyst - Leadership Development Program
Phoenix Tailings
IT, Accounting & Finance
Burlington, MA, USA
Posted on May 8, 2025
About Phoenix Tailings
Phoenix Tailings is a rapidly growing clean mining and metals production startup dedicated to sustainable and economic critical metals production. Our mission is to be the world's first fully clean mining and metals production company, producing the resources needed for the next generation of our economy.
Why Phoenix Tailings
At Phoenix, we believe that nothing great is ever accomplished alone or without the passion of people who push and motivate one another. If you are someone who shares our relentless pursuit of a better future, passion for innovation, and are excited about working with some of the 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
Phoenix Tailings is seeking a driven, innovative Financial Analyst for the 2nd cohort of our Leadership Development Program (LDP). This intensive program is designed for individuals ready to immerse themselves in financial analyses, push their personal limits, and build the foundation for future leadership within the company. Success in this program will require dedication, a willingness to work long days and adapt to any shift the company needs, and the flexibility to step outside of traditional job descriptions to support critical projects. This program is not for everyone but for those who want to challenge themselves, lead the future of clean metals production, and leave their mark on the world, Phoenix Tailings offers an unparalleled opportunity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Modeling: Build and maintain dynamic financial models to support strategic decision-making and long-term planning.
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in the development of annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and variance analysis across departments.
- Operational Analysis: Evaluate capital and operating expenditures, assess ROI, and provide insights on cost optimization opportunities.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with operations, engineering, commercial and executives to translate technical insights into financial impacts.
- Reporting & KPI Tracking: Prepare dashboards, management reports, and performance indicators to track financial and operational health.
- Financial projects:Manage financial projects critical to Phoenix Tailings' operational growth and success.
- Actively seek opportunities: work beyond your core responsibilities to develop as a future financial leader.
Qualifications
- Must be able to start June 2nd 2025.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a closely related field (Master’s degree a plus).
- 0–3 years of relevant hands-on experience in financial modelling, budgeting and determining operational costs
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Smartsheet and financial systems such as Net Suite, Oracle, or similar ERP platforms.
- Deep understanding of financial statements and key financial metrics
- Both analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze unstructured datasets and provide valuable recommendations
- Ability to work flexible schedules, including long shifts, nights, or weekends, as needed.
- Demonstrated leadership potential, with a strong desire to continuously learn and grow.
- Resourceful, adaptable, and driven to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
We offer a competitive compensation package that is based on expertise. We also offer the following benefits:
- Healthcare, we care about you and your family: 100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Stock: Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company.
- Family Focus: Parental leave and flexibility for families.
- Time Off: Flexible vacation policy to encourage people to get out and see the world.
- Team Fun: Regularly scheduled events, and celebrations.
- Learning: Learning and development Opportunities to grow your skills and career.
- Great team: Working with fun, hard-working, kind people committed to making a difference!
- Flexible culture: We are results-focused. We don’t work at the office every day.
At Phoenix Tailings, we have an open culture that values learning, and we are looking to grow the team with enthusiastic individuals who share our vision of sustainable mining.
Phoenix Tailings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity at all levels. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information, or any other applicable protected characteristics, and these characteristics will not be a factor for consideration of any work-related decisions (including but not limited to hiring, firing, compensation, and discipline).
