Technical Accounting Manager at Energy Fuels in Lakewood, CO

Job description

Energy Fuels Inc. is a Denver-based global critical mineral company poised to supply 10 of the 50 minerals essential for current and emerging technologies. Building on more than 45 years of uranium experience, we leverage specialized expertise and facilities to bring key elements to the global supply chain. Energy Fuels is the largest U.S. uranium provider, supplying nuclear energy utilities with material for the zero-emissions nuclear fuel cycle and operating White Mesa Mill, the nation’s only conventional uranium mill. We also produce rare earth oxides for permanent magnets used in electric mobility, wind energy, drones, robotics, and defense applications. A global portfolio of heavy mineral sands assets further supports rare earth processing and the development of products such as titanium and zircon minerals. Position Summary The Technical Accounting Manager is responsible for researching, documenting, and implementing accounting policies and positions in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements. This role supports complex accounting areas including business combinations, revenue recognition, leases, debt and other technical matters. The position partners closely with finance leadership, external auditors, and other departments to provide clear guidance and make informed decisions. Essential Duties and Responsibilites: Research and analyze complex accounting issues under U.S. GAAP (e.g. ASC 323, 606, 718, 805, 815, and 842, etc.). Monitor new FASB accounting pronouncements and SEC regulations, assess business impact, and lead implementation planning, stakeholder alignment, and training as needed. Lead the preparation, review, and oversight of technical accounting memorandums documenting the company’s application of U.S. GAAP; perform and guide technical accounting research on complex transactions. Support accounting due diligence, purchase accounting analyses, business combinations, asset acquisitions, and post-acquisition integration accounting. Assist in technical accounting conclusions supporting periodic SEC filings, registration statements, pro forma financial information, and other reporting obligations. Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to interpret contract terms and business arrangements and ensure the appropriate application of GAAP. Develop, maintain, and update corporate accounting policies and procedures. Serve as a liaison with external auditors on technical accounting matters and accounting policy positions. Support SOX compliance drafting and documenting internal controls and SOX processes. Assist Corporate Controller with special projects. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications and Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting. CPA 6+ years of accounting experience including public accounting and/or public company technical accounting experience. Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and Regulation S-X. Experience working with auditors or in a public company environment. Preferred Qualifications: Public accounting (Big 4 or similar). Master’s degree in accounting. Experience in mining, energy, manufacturing, or similar industry. Experience with Workday (ERP). Experience with Workiva. Experience with IFRS. International experience. Physical and Sensory Demands: The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee may frequently lift and/or move more than 10 pounds. The physical and sensory demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation. The salary range is tied to the Colorado market for jobs performed in Colorado. The salary offered to the successful candidate will be based on experience, qualifications, and/or education. The salary offer will not be based on a candidate’s salary history, by law, Energy Fuels will not ask for information about salary history, nor should candidates share