Sr Accountant - Betsy

Freeport-McMoRan - Morenci, AZ

Full-time - Entry Level

Morenci, AZ

Mining (except Oil and Gas)

About the position

The position involves leading the assembly of complex financial statements and overseeing the recording of financial transactions at Freeport-McMoRan's Morenci operations. The role requires analyzing financial operations, recommending policy enhancements, and preparing for audits. The successful candidate will also provide guidance to less experienced accountants and ensure compliance with safety practices in a collaborative work environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the assembly of complex financial statements.
• Oversee and review the recording of expenditures and entries to general ledgers.
• Verify bank statement reconciliations.
• Analyze financial operations and recommend enhancements to policies or procedures.
• Review and recommend new or enhanced automated financial statements.
• Assist in audit preparation by developing required schedules and reconciliation reports.
• Monitor and develop monthly reports of revenues and expenditures for projects.
• Provide functional advice or training to less experienced accountant positions.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED with eight years of professional experience in accounting, including two years of prolonged intellectual instruction in Accounting or Finance; OR an Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related area with six years of professional experience; OR a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related area with four years of experience; OR a Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related area with two years of experience.
• Broad knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.
• Knowledge of office procedures and equipment, including PCs and financial software.
• Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing.

Benefits

• 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