Lithium Americas

Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis

Reno, NV

On-site

Mining

About This Job

Company Overview

Lithium Americas is a North American resource and materials company focused on developing, building and operating lithium deposits and chemical processing facilities. The company’s flagship asset, Thacker Pass, is located in Humboldt County in northern Nevada and is the world’s largest known measured lithium resource and reserve. We are focused on safely and responsibly developing Thacker Pass to production to help strengthen national security and enable cleaner energy sources. We are committed to minimizing environmental impact, creating family-supporting jobs and maximizing sustainable value for our stakeholders.

Lithium Americas is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia and operates in the U.S., with offices in Reno, NV and Winnemucca, NV. The Company’s shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the symbol LAC.

Our Purpose, Vision and Values

Our purpose, vision and values are the guiding principles that will serve as the cornerstone of our company’s future direction and operations, aligning our team and organization towards our common goals.

Our Purpose is to safely and sustainably produce lithium from Thacker Pass to enable North America to reduce dependence on foreign critical minerals and drive value for our stakeholders.

Our Vision is to be North America’s leading lithium producer to enable cleaner energy sources.

Our Values include Act with Integrity, Be Responsible and Act with Care, Commit to Excellence and Drive Innovation, and Be a Collaborative Partner.

Role

We are seeking a Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (Nevada) to join our Finance Department. In this role, you will be responsible for facilitating the on-going development of the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) functions for Lithium Americas’ Nevada operations, including Thacker Pass, and contributing to the development of the organization’s strategic goals. The role will be charged with assisting the development and implementation of fit for purpose financial policies and procedures as the organization grows, principally through development of Thacker Pass, including its commissioning and production ramp-up to nameplate capacity.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a finance professional with FP&A experience and a proven track record of creative problem-solving and change management to join a high-growth, mission-driven organization committed to innovation, sustainability, and leadership in the clean energy sector.

The role is based at our Reno office and reports to the Sr. Director, Financial Planning & Analysis. Travel to other LAC offices, project sites, or vendor locations will be required.

Key Responsibilities

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Help develop and oversee the Nevada-based FP&A resources and related activities, including development of related systems as well as management reporting, budgeting & forecasting tools, reports and deliverables.

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Assist with the implementation of SAP for Thacker Pass and related operational business readiness activities.

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Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality.

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Advise key members of senior management on financial planning, budgeting and forecasting, cash flow management and related analysis.

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Liaison with the corporate FP&A team to meet help meet corporate FP&A, statutory and Board reporting requirements.

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Contribute to the development of strategic operational goals and objectives for the Company’s Nevada operations, including Thacker Pass.

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Mentor and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach: assign accountabilities; set objectives; establish priorities; and monitor and evaluate results.

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Assist with the upgrade and implementation of appropriate system of policies, procedures, controls and related activities.

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Plan, coordinate, and execute the annual budgeting and forecasting processes for the Company’s Nevada operations, including Thacker Pass.

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Assist with Working Capital Management and related reporting requirements.

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Track operational cost-savings efforts for the Company’s Nevada operations, putting in place related processes, where necessary.

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Provide on-going analytical support to the Nevada-based management team, including development of internal management reporting capabilities.

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Assist with the Company’s insurance programs, as necessary.

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Support business development and financing activities, as necessary.

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Builds and maintains trusted relationships across all teams while championing a culture that reflects and supports our Purpose, Vision, and Values

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Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

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Bachelor’s degree in business or accounting mandatory, Master’s degree preferred.

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Minimum 5-10 years’ experience in a FP&A management role, ideally in mining or similar industry, including with development projects.

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Experience interfacing, presenting, and dealing with both site based and senior management.

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Proven track record of success facilitating progressive organizational change and development within a growing organization.

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Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

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Strong mentoring, coaching experience to a team with diverse levels of expertise.

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Entrepreneurial team player who can multitask.

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Superior management skills: ability to influence and engage direct and indirect reports and peers.

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Self-reliant, good problem solver, and results oriented.

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Energetic, flexible, collaborative, and proactive; a team leader who can positively and productively impact both strategic and tactical finance and administration initiatives.

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Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills and the ability to effectively communicate.

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Ability to operate as an effective tactical as well as strategic thinker.

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Personal commitment to Lithium Americas’ Purpose, Vision, and Values

Working at Lithium Americas

At Lithium Americas, we believe our people are our most valuable asset. We offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for long-term growth and skills development.

We are committed to building a diverse and respectful workplace and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lithium Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, disability, age, veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.