Senior Financial Analyst

Company Overview:

MP Materials (NYSE: MP) is rebuilding American industrial capability for a new era of autonomy, robotics, and electrification.

We are the only U.S. company with a fully integrated rare earth supply chain - from mining and refining to advanced metal and magnet manufacturing. Our products include both the critical materials used to make permanent magnets and the finished magnets themselves - enabling next-generation technologies in robotics, automation, aerospace, transportation, defense, and energy systems. These materials are the foundation of physical AI - the convergence of computation, movement, and control.

We hire ambitious, mission-driven people who want to tackle complex challenges and shape the future of strategic industries. Our culture is rooted in teamwork, resiliency, and integrity, with a deep commitment to operational excellence and national purpose. MP is rapidly evolving from a materials producer into a leading U.S. manufacturer - and our people are driving that transformation.

Position Overview:

The Senior Financial Analyst will be pivotal in developing and enhancing financial reporting processes and materials for Magnetics internal and external stakeholders, partnering with operations, business owners, and functional leaders. This position will offer a unique opportunity to contribute to a rapidly growing and dynamic environment and would be a key member of MP Materials' Magnetics FP&A team.

Position Responsibilities:

• Support all aspects of financial analysis - management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, financial close activities, and strategic projects.
• Develop and update financial models and reports, monitor performance versus company goals, and understand business drivers to identify areas of improvement.
• Identify and drive process improvements, including the creation of standard and ad-hoc reports and tools as well as automated dynamic dashboards.
• Partner with operations, business owners, and functional leaders on cost center management, headcount planning, and business initiative supports.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data to form recommendations with clear distinction between facts and opinions to support project evaluations and business decisions.
• Improve financial transparency with business partners to increase planning/reporting accuracy.
• Help the implementation or enhancement of financial systems (e.g., ERP and planning tools) and assist with other ad-hoc analytics, projects, and requests.
• Ensure compliance with financial guidelines and company policies.
• Occasionally travel to Las Vegas or other locations.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with focus in finance, accounting, math, or economics.
• 2+ years of work experience in early-stage growth company, manufacturing or public company experience is desired.
• 4+ years in accounting and/or FP&A related experience, clear/strong understanding of financial statements and relevant accounting principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to effectively and timely manage, collaborate with, and influence key stakeholders.
• Adaptability and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Experience with FP&A systems / ERP systems as well as BI tools, SQL a plus.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

Desired Qualifications:

• Highly analytical, intellectually curious and a fast learner.
• Self-directed, highly collaborative, and able to handle a variety of responsibilities; able to work well independently and better in a team.
• Ability to work with all levels within the organization, including senior management.
• Ability to work with internal customers and external agencies for compliance and controls.
• Familiarity with, or keen interest in learning about manufacturing and industrial processes.

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.

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