Finance Business Analyst I
About The Position
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 gathering requirements, analyzing cost and operational data, and preparing reports that inform strategic decisions; collaborate across departments with a strong field presence to improve financial efficiency and ensure compliance; support month‑ and quarter‑end activities with journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis; operate under general supervision to produce complete and accurate work aligned to site/corporate goals. Contribute to documenting stakeholder needs and incorporating them into cost models; assist in analyzing data and workflows to identify trends, variances, and savings opportunities; monitor departmental costs; support budgets and forecasts; help communicate between stakeholders and technical teams with reports and presentations; analyze large datasets for decision‑making; maintain compliance with regulations and policies; partner with operations and procurement; support reviews of financial statements; perform other duties as requested.
Requirements
- High School Diploma and 6 years financial analysis or business analytics, OR
- Bachelor’s in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field and two (2) years experience, OR
- Master’s in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
- Proficiency in SAP, Power BI, Microsoft Excel, and Business Objects
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Ability to communicate effectively with peers and upper management, including presentation skills
- Understanding of financial regulations and SOX controls
- Exposure to manufacturing or mining industry financial operations
- Familiarity with OKRs and KPI tracking
Nice To Haves
- 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
Responsibilities
- Support financial planning and analysis by gathering requirements, analyzing cost and operational data, and preparing reports that inform strategic decisions
- Collaborate across departments with a strong field presence to improve financial efficiency and ensure compliance
- Support month‑ and quarter‑end activities with journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis
- Operate under general supervision to produce complete and accurate work aligned to site/corporate goals
- Contribute to documenting stakeholder needs and incorporating them into cost models
- Assist in analyzing data and workflows to identify trends, variances, and savings opportunities
- Monitor departmental costs
- Support budgets and forecasts
- Help communicate between stakeholders and technical teams with reports and presentations
- Analyze large datasets for decision‑making
- Maintain compliance with regulations and policies
- Partner with operations and procurement
- Support reviews of financial statements
- Perform other duties as requested
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
