Manager of Financial Reporting

Company: MP Mine Operations LLC
Location: Las Vegas
Posted on: May 23, 2023

Job Description:

Job Title: Manager of Financial Reporting Location: Las Vegas, NV

Department/Group: Finance Position Type: Full Time

Hourly/Salary: Salary Regular/Temp: Regular

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Reports To: Sr. Manager of Financial Reporting and Accounting Policies

Position Overview: MP Materials (NYSE: MP) is on a mission to restore the full rare earth supply chain to the United States of America. From electric cars to wind turbines and drones, rare earths are essential to the low-carbon, electrified technologies that power modern life. We hire ambitious, mission-driven people motivated to solve problems and affect change. Our values are grounded in teamwork, resiliency, and integrity, with an enduring commitment to our employees, community, and the environment. In the coming years, MP Materials will grow from a core materials and chemical processing company into a large industrial manufacturer. Our employees will lead this exciting transformation and grow professionally with us.The Manager of Financial Reporting serves as a critical role managing the Financial Reporting team, which is primarily responsible for the preparation, review and filing of quarterly and annual filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, earnings releases (and related materials) and other SEC filings and/or required reports. In addition, the Manager of Financial Reporting will be involved in functions like equity compensation management; Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) reporting; and accounting systems and consolidations/investments. They will work proactively with external auditors to drive timely resolution of accounting and reporting matters, collaborate with other departments, and perform various other financial responsibilities as requested by management. Essential Duties: Facilitate and manage the preparation of SEC filings, including tracking the completion of tasks to meet filing deadlines; preparation and/or detailed review of financial statements, footnote disclosures, MD&A, and relevant disclosure and SEC checklists; and preparation and/or review of supporting schedules and documentation. Manage calculations and analyses to support earnings per share and stock-based compensation calculations. Prepare quarterly financial statement analytics. Prepare and/or review the XBRL tagging for all quarterly filings, ensuring the use of best practices and proper tagging in accordance with GAAP guidelines. Assist with and/or manage the administration of our equity compensation programs by preparing and recording equity transactions. Assist with and/or perform duties related to master data management; maintenance of reporting hierarchies and system reports; consolidations; and other accounting systems management tasks, including potential system implementations and reporting building. Work closely and directly with external auditors in the execution of the audit and quarterly reviews, as it relates to the SEC filings, supporting documentation, and SOX compliance. Ensure maintenance of and compliance with appropriate internal controls and financial procedures in compliance with SOX, including recommendations for improvements. Build and maintain cross-functional and collaborative relationships with colleagues across Accounting and Finance, Operational Departments, Legal, Procurement, IT and others

Other Functions: Continuously assess current practices and procedures, and make recommendations for improvements, including the use of technology to help automate workflows and reduce inefficiencies. Assist with the preparation of technical accounting memos as well as the updates to and management of the accounting policy manual, as requested. Assist with research, assessment, and implementation of complex accounting issues and new accounting pronouncements, especially as they relate to the impact on financial statements and disclosure requirements. May assist with tasks related to ESG reporting, including data gathering and reviews. Provide support to other accounting and operations departments related to ad-hoc questions Other duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting. Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC rules and regulation, and financial statement preparation. 4+ years of relevant work experience, preferably public accounting and/or financial reporting. Active CPA license. Desired Qualities: A proactive approach to problem identification and remediation solutions. Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills; strategic thinker. Ability to lead and coordinate a complete project from inception to completion, incorporating feedback from multiple sources and stakeholders, including ability to manage tight deadlines and interpret operational needs. Ability to perform independent research of the impact of GAAP, accounting pronouncements and other relevant guidance on the company's financial statements and disclosures, reporting requirements and accounting treatment. Excellent written, presentation and verbal communication skills; strong interpersonal skills are essential to work with all levels of management, peers and subordinates. Experience in training, developing and mentoring staff; demonstrated leadership abilities Highly driven and self-motivated, with a hands-on approach to ensure high-quality deliverables are produced timely. Ability to multi-task, prioritize competing projects, and manage requests/assignments in a timely manner. Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; working knowledge of accounting software systems, including consolidations, and XBRL.

MP Materials is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer - EEO is The Law All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Underrepresented groups/Women/Disabled/Veterans are encouraged to apply. Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet the position's requirements will still be considered qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. Your Right To Work - In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment verification document form upon hire. For Assistance with Application - Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to submit an application through this site because of a disability. Contact Human Resources Department at ; 6720 Via Austi Parkway, Suite 450, Las Vegas, NV 89119 to discuss reasonable accommodations.Job Type: Full-time

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