Controller

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

We are seeking a hands-on Controller to own the accounting function of a fast-growing

manufacturing company. You will lead financial reporting, internal controls, audit, tax, and

accounting policy, and build the team and processes needed to support multi-site production at

scale.

The ideal candidate has led accounting in a manufacturing or high-growth environment, is

equally comfortable setting policy and executing the close, and wants to build the systems

rather than inherit them.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the accounting function end to end — general ledger, monthly and annual close, and
  
  

the accuracy and timeliness of all financial statements.

• Establish and maintain accounting policies in accordance with GAAP, including technical
  
  

accounting positions and supporting documentation.

• Design, implement, and monitor internal controls over financial reporting; prepare the
  
  

organization for increasing audit and investor scrutiny.

• Manage the annual audit and all external reporting requirements, serving as the primary
  
  

contact for external auditors.

• Own tax compliance across federal, state, and local jurisdictions, coordinating with external
  
  

tax advisors.

• Lead, hire, and develop the accounting team, including accounting management, cost
  
  

accounting, and staff-level roles.

• Own the ERP and accounting systems roadmap, driving automation and scalability as
  
  

transaction volume grows.

• Partner with FP&A, operations, and supply chain to ensure inventory, cost, and project
  
  

accounting accurately reflect the business.

• Ensure compliance and accurate cost accounting for government-funded programs and
  
  

grants.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience as a Controller or
  
  

Assistant Controller.

• CPA required or strongly preferred.
• Deep GAAP knowledge with demonstrated ownership of technical accounting positions and
  
  

audit outcomes.

• Manufacturing accounting experience, including inventory, standard costing, and overhead
  
  

absorption.

• Experience designing and implementing internal controls in a scaling organization.
• Proficiency with NetSuite ERP or a comparable system; implementation or optimization
  
  

Experience Strongly Preferred.

• Experience managing and developing an accounting team.
• Ability to thrive in ambiguity — excited to build, iterate, and optimize in a fast-moving
  
  

company.

• 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.
  
  

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).

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.