Senior Vice President, Finance

Senior Vice President, Finance

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 familysupporting

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 Senior Vice President, Finance to join our team. In this role, you will be

responsible for leading the controllership, treasury, taxation, [internal audit] and other associated

teams at LAC as well as the administrative activities for LAC’s Vancouver office. This is a unique

opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization committed to innovation, sustainability,

and leadership in the clean energy sector.

The role is based at our Vancouver office and reports to the EVP & CFO. Travel to other LAC

offices, project sites and vendor locations will be required.

Key Responsibilities

- Vancouver office administration – manage the Vancouver office from an administrative

perspective. In coordination with senior management and human resources, set

appropriate policies and make administrative decisions for the office. Mentor and

manage employees in coordination with other leaders and managers in the Vancouver

office.

- Nevada Operational Business Readiness (OBR) – work closely with OBR team to

support their operational and business readiness activities for Thacker Pass, including

those related to revenue accounting, capital accounting and other finance and

accounting functions that will become increasingly necessary as Thacker Pass

progresses toward, and eventually begins, production.

- Controllership - lead (and improve) controllership and accounting activities across the

organization, including:

- Preparing financial statements and other information to meet statutory and

stakeholder (DOE, GM JV, Orion, etc.) reporting requirements.

- Monthly close processes, including for existing activities as well as new activities

(e.g. revenue accounting, capital accounting, inventory valuation, etc.) that will

become increasingly necessary as Thacker Pass progresses towards, and

eventually begins, production.

- Audit planning and related execution and reporting, including (in conjunction with

the EVP & CFO and Audit & Risk Committee) managing the selection of, and

relationship with, LAC’s external auditors.

- Other finance & accounting – develop and oversee, direct, and organize all other

controllership activities across LAC, including managing the selection of, and

relationship with, an associated service providers.

- Internal audit – lead (and improve) internal audit activities across the organization,

including:

- Ensuring compliance with the requirements of Sarbanes-Oxley as well as other

internal control over financial reporting requirements.

- Plan, execute, monitor and report the results of LAC’s internal audit activities.

- Manage the selection of, and relationship with, LAC’s internal audit service

provider.

- Financial planning and analysis – assist the VP, FP&A in annual budgeting, forecasting

and management reporting activities. Contribute to the development of strategic

operational goals and objectives for the Company.

- Information systems and technology – assist the VP, IT in those aspects of information

systems and technology that touch finance and accounting, including SAP and other

system upgrades, etc.

- Insurance and risk management – in conjunction with the VP, FP&A, manage the

company’s D&O, general liability, property and various other insurance programs, as

well as maintain relationships with associated brokers, providers, etc.

- Risk – in conjunction with the VP, FP&A, manage LAC’s various enterprise risk

management activities, including reporting to senior management, the Audit & Risk

Committee and the Board.

- Treasury – in conjunction with the EVP & CFO and the broader Finance team, assist in

managing LAC’s Treasury activities, including cash management, debt compliance, bank

and other relationship management, etc.

- Taxation – manage tax compliance, planning and reporting activities, including the

selection of, and relationship with, associated service providers.

- Accounts Payable – lead the company’s Accounts Payable team and associated

activities.

- Procurement – support the operations team, as required, with any procurement-related

activities.

- Share capital and equity plan – assist Human Resources and Corporate Secretary with

the share capital and equity plan activities.

- Business development and special projects – in conjunction with the EVP & CFO as well

as the broader Finance team, etc., support the business development and special

project activities of the organization.

- Mentor and develop finance and accounting staff using a supportive and collaborative

approach: assign accountabilities, set objectives, establish priorities, monitor and evaluate

results, etc.

- Builds and maintain trusted relationships across all teams while championing a culture

that reflects and supports our Purpose, Vision, and Values.

- Perform other duties as assigned by the EVP & CFO, etc.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; Master’s degree preferred.

- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) status preferred.

- At least ten (10) years of experience in the financial function of a company, including leadership experience.

- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and

SharePoint).

- High attention to detail.

- Ability to complete a high volume of work within deadlines.

- Excellent organizational and time management skills

- Good problem-solving skills.

- Strong analytical skills.

- Flexibility for varied work hours depending on business demands.

- Knowledge of corporate organization.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- 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.