Phoenix Tailings
1.7. Vice President of Finance
TLDR
Lead and optimize financial strategies for the scale-up of clean critical metals production, influencing capital management and risk frameworks for complex energy projects.
About Phoenix Tailings
Phoenix Tailings is a rapidly growing clean mining and metals production startup dedicated to sustainable and economic critical metals production. Our mission is to be the world's first fully clean mining and metals production company, producing the resources needed for the next generation of our economy.
Why Phoenix Tailings
At Phoenix, we believe that nothing great is ever accomplished alone or without the passion of people who push and motivate one another. If you are someone who shares our relentless pursuit of a better future, passion for innovation, and are excited about working with some of the top innovators in the world, then this is the place for you.
Our Values:
● You are only crazy if you are wrong, it’s ok to be wrong
● Lead with Compassion
● Be Resourceful
● Listen
● Hustle
Who We Are Looking For
Phoenix Tailings is looking for a Vice President of Finance to build and lead the financial engine behind the scale up of clean critical metals production. This role will directly shape how capital is raised, deployed, and optimized across complex industrial and energy infrastructure projects. The right candidate will bring deep experience in structured finance, project finance, and commodity or energy markets, and will translate that expertise into actionable strategies that accelerate our path to commercial scale and global impact.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead structuring and execution of project finance, structured equity, and debt transactions to fund new production facilities and expansion initiatives
Design and implement financial strategies for large scale industrial projects including valuation, capital stack optimization, and risk allocation
Build and oversee financial models tied to commodity markets, pricing dynamics, and long-term offtake agreements
Develop and execute capital markets strategy including relationships with banks, private equity, infrastructure funds, an strategic investors
Structure and negotiate commercial agreements such as offtake, tolling, and supply agreements that underpin revenue generation
Establish risk management frameworks tied to commodity exposure, input costs, and market volatility
Drive financial planning and analysis tied directly to plant economics, scaling timelines, and operational performance
Partner with leadership to evaluate M&A, joint ventures, and strategic investments that accelerate growth
Qualifications:
Extensive experience in project finance, structured finance, or capital markets within energy, infrastructure, or industrial sectors
Proven track record structuring and closing complex financing transactions across debt, equity, and hybrid instruments
Deep understanding of commodity markets, derivatives, and risk management frameworks
Experience building and operating detailed financial models tied to large scale infrastructure or production assets
Strong background negotiating commercial agreements such as offtake, hedging structures, or long-term supply contracts
Experience working with institutional investors, lenders, and capital providers in high growth or capital-intensive environments
Ability to translate market dynamics and financial strategy into actionable execution plans for scaling operations
We offer a competitive compensation package that is based on expertise. We also offer the following benefits:
Healthcare: 100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee
Stock Options: Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company.
Time Off: Unlimited PTO.
Learning: Learning and development opportunities to grow your skills and career.
This pay range reflects best estimate for the total cash compensation which includes salary + discretionary bonus for this role. Total package may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Pay Range: $250,000- $350,000 total cash compensation plus equity
At Phoenix Tailings, we have an open culture that values learning, and we are looking to grow the team with enthusiastic individuals who share our vision of sustainable mining.
Phoenix Tailings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity at all levels. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information, or any other applicable protected characteristics, and these characteristics will not be a factor for consideration of any work-related decisions (including but not limited to hiring, firing, compensation, and discipline).
Benefits
Health Insurance
Healthcare: 100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee
Learning Budget
Learning: Learning and development opportunities to grow your skills and career.
Paid Time Off
Time Off: Unlimited PTO.
Stock Options
Stock Options: Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company.
Phoenix Tailings is a clean mining and metals production startup that focuses on sustainable and economically viable methods for extracting critical metals. We cater to industries dependent on these resources, aiming to become the first fully clean company in the sector, delivering the essential materials that support modern technology while prioritizing environmental responsibility.
- Founded
- Founded 2019
- Employees
- 11-50 employees
- Industry
- Metals & Mining
Finance/Accounting