Job Description

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:

MP Materials is seeking a Plant Controller to be an integral part of its Finance and Accounting department. The Plant Controller will be responsible for overseeing the accounting operations of the Magnetics Division’s Dallas-Fort Worth location. The position is responsible for ensuring the financial controls and accounting activities of the plant are conducted and performed in accordance with corporate objectives. The Plant Controller will be responsible for leading the plant close process and ensuring that all financial controls are properly conducted. Additionally, this role is responsible for the preparation and dissemination of plant-level financial statements and conducting the monthly financial review process. This role is a critical link between plant operations and Corporate Accounting and will play a vital role in the development and design of various controls, reviews, and business processes that drive financial accuracy and plant operating efficiencies.

Position Responsibilities:

• Oversight of Accounting functions, activities, and requirements for the Magnetics Division’s Dallas-Fort Worth location
• Identify and lead improvement of internal processes in a controlled, Sarbanes Oxley “SOX” environment.
• Recommend and ensure maintenance of appropriate internal controls and financial procedures in compliance with SOX.
• Produce reporting and supporting schedules necessary for financial reporting.
• Manage the Plant close process including identification of assets, inventories, accruals, and estimates.
• Manage the completion of company reconciliations, filings and reporting requirements.
• Work with external auditors and outside advisors.
• Adhere to the company close calendar and proper completion of all close related activities.
• Plan, direct and execute various accounting projects, including those regarding company growth initiatives that require accounting support.
• Manage interdepartmental discussions with determination on identifying and resolving issues associated with transactions and projects.
• Support company initiatives through design, development and reporting of operational activities.
• Maintain company compliance and reporting standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting and/or finance.

MP Materials is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer 

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.

Your Right to Work – In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment verification document form upon hire.

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