Accountant

About the Role

ElementUSA is advancing how the world recovers and refines critical minerals, transforming industrial residues into valuable resources, accelerating America’s access to critical minerals.

We’re seeking an Accountant to join our finance team at the Critical Resource Accelerator. This role will support the day-to-day accounting operations of a fast-growing, mission-driven organization focused on sustainable mineral recovery and process development. This is a high-impact role with a clear growth trajectory to Senior Accountant as our team and operations expand.

What You’ll Do

Core Accounting Operations

• Record financial transactions accurately and efficiently using QuickBooks.
• Manage accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR), including invoice processing, vendor payments, customer invoicing, and collections.
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals and adjusting entries.

Financial Support and Reporting

• Assist with the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports and statements.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date financial records in compliance with company policies.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.

Collaboration and Compliance

• Work closely with the Controller and operations team to provide financial data and insights that support decision-making and process optimization.
• Ensure adherence to accounting best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with audit preparation and documentation as needed.

Data Management and Process Improvement

• Maintain accurate data recording and reporting systems.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Contribute to the development and documentation of finance policies and procedures.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or a related field.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and/or NetSuite is preferred.
• 3 years of experience in accounting, with strong hands-on knowledge of AP, AR, and general ledger functions.
• Solid understanding of financial reporting, reconciliations, and GAAP.
• CPA preferred, not required.
• Advanced Excel skills and high attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.

Who You Are

• Detail-oriented and methodical: you take pride in keeping clean, accurate books and catching every detail.
• Self-sufficient and proactive: you can manage daily accounting tasks independently while knowing when to escalate important matters.
• Collaborative: you enjoy working closely with both finance and operations teams to support the company’s mission.
• Results-driven: you’re motivated by helping build strong financial systems that enable the business to scale efficiently.

Why ElementUSA

ElementUSA is redefining the future of mineral processing. Our team is committed to accelerating America’s access to critical minerals by converting industrial residues, like bauxite residue, into valuable materials for national security, semiconductors and energy infrastructure.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Innovation with Impact: Our proprietary processes support both economic growth and environmental restoration.
• Mission-Driven Work: Every project contributes to reducing waste, improving recovery, and strengthening the U.S. critical mineral supply chain.
• Collaborative Environment: We bring together scientists, engineers, and innovators who share a passion for solving real-world challenges.
• Growth and Opportunity: This role is positioned for advancement to Senior Accountant as our operations scale. You'll have direct exposure to our CFO, own increasingly complex accounting functions, and help build the financial infrastructure that supports our growth.

Join Us

If you’re excited by the idea of advancing sustainable mineral science and want your accounting and finance work to make a measurable impact, we’d love to hear from you.