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Title:  Finance Business Analyst II

Requisition ID:  143319
Location: 

Climax, CO, US, 80429

Category:  Finance & Accounting
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Why You Should Apply For This Job: 

At Climax Molybdenum, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career. 

 

We accept applications on an ongoing basis.

 

Where You Will Work  

Climax Molybdenum is the world’s leading producer of molybdenum and has a long, successful history of doing business safely, efficiently and responsibly. We have operated in Colorado for more than 100 years, with mining and milling operations near Leadville, Kremmling and Empire. Our Climax Mine is located between Frisco and Leadville – the seat of Lake County and the highest incorporated city in the United States.

 

Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $1,450 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines.   

 

At an elevation of over 10,000 feet, the rich historic town of Leadville is surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Our employees and their families can enjoy hiking, camping, ultramarathon activities, skiing, and boating in the area. Some attractions in Leadville include the National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum, Ski Cooper, Tennessee Pass Cookhouse, Tabor Opera House and the Leadville National Fish Hatchery. With the abundant outdoor recreation and numerous schools and amenities in the area, take a chance to advance your career with Climax Molybdenum and live life at the top! Visit Welcome to Leadville, Colorado to learn more.   

 

This position is not eligible for Freeport-McMoRan immigration work visa sponsorship.

What You Will Do

Support financial planning and analysis by translating business needs into cost models, evaluating data to identify savings and process improvements, monitoring departmental costs, assisting with budgeting and forecasting, ensuring compliance, and contributing to month‑ and quarter‑end close activities while acting as a liaison between business and technical teams to enhance financial efficiency and support site and corporate goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and define business needs and actionable plans, ensuring they are translated into scalable cost models that support strategic objectives. Perform advanced analysis to uncover trends, variances, and opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements. Serves as a strategic conduit between business stakeholders and technical teams, delivering financial reports and presentations that highlight actionable insights and recommendations to reduce costs and drive revenue growth. Evaluate departmental costs and proposed solutions, develop and review budgets and forecasts, and deliver financial reports and presentations with actionable insights. Analyze large datasets to support decision‑making, build reports and dashboards, maintain compliance with regulations and policies, work cross‑functionally with operations and procurement, perform accounting tasks such as journal entries, reconciliations, variance analyses, and review financial statements, and perform other duties as requested.

What You Bring To Freeport

  • High School Diploma and 8 years financial analysis or business analytics

OR

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field and 4 years of financial analysis experience

OR

  • Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field and 2 years of financial analysis experience
  • Proficiency in SAP, Power BI, Microsoft Excel, and Business Objects
  • Strong analytical, technical, and problem‑solving skills
  • Effective communication and stakeholder engagement across management levels
  • Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Understanding of manufacturing or mining industry financial operations
  • Understanding of OKRs and KPI tracking
  • Understanding of financial regulations and SOX controls
  • Subject matter expert in one or more areas

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field or higher degree
  • Experience with OneStream, CoreStream, Ariba, and Blackline
  • Knowledge of safety culture and principles of business conduct
  • Demonstrated ability in mentoring, coaching, and continuous improvement
  • Ability to manage complex datasets and deliver actionable insights

What We Offer You 

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $78,500-$107,000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process. Click here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role. 

  • Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $1,450 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines 
  • 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  
  • Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!  

 

What We Require   

  • Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.  
  • Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.  
  • Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.  
  • Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.  

 

Equal Opportunity Employer  

 

Please be advised that Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. If you receive any suspicious emails, please disregard them, and report the incident to HRSC@fmi.com. 

 


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