Commodity Accounting Manager at Global Partners

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Energy, Oil & Gas, TradingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated and takes initiative
Team player with a positive attitude
Strong time management skills
Strong leadership skills
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally

Responsibilities

Oversee the accounting of all gross margin items for the Supply & Trading Business Unit in accordance with US GAAP
Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual closing process by reviewing journal entries and key account reconciliations
Review and complete monthly/quarterly variance analysis for gross margin and OpEx accounts
Analyze transactional and operational data to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for automation
Lead, mentor, and develop the Business Unit Accounting team in improving processes, timeliness, and accuracy
Gain and maintain knowledge of accounting systems, policies, and procedures
Develop and document business processes to maintain and strengthen internal controls
Assist with internal and external auditors and coordinate the preparation of supplementary schedules during quarterly reviews and annual audit
Perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed by the request of the Assistant Controller or Commodity Controller
Collaborate with groups outside Supply & Trading Accounting to support business goals providing ad-hoc and/or analytic requests
Oversee all accounting, valuation, and reporting activities related to the organization’s commodity purchases, sales, inventories, and hedging activities
Ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal control policies
Support both internal and external audit requirements
Contribute to the accuracy and timeliness of financial closes

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

US GAAPCommodity AccountingFinancial ReportingHedgingInternal ControlsAudit SupportMonthly CloseQuarterly CloseAnnual CloseLeadershipCross-Functional Collaboration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What compensation can I expect for the Commodity Accounting Manager role?

Global Partners offers competitive salaries for this position along with opportunities for growth.

Is this Commodity Accounting Manager position remote or office-based?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills are required for the Commodity Accounting Manager role?

The role requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong leadership to lead and mentor the team, self-motivation and initiative, time management skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.

What is the company culture like at Global Partners?

Global Partners embraces innovation, invests in energy transition, supports communities through charitable work, and seeks passionate team players with positive attitudes to contribute great ideas and push careers forward.

What makes a strong candidate for the Commodity Accounting Manager position?

Strong candidates demonstrate strong leadership skills, the ability to collaborate cross-functionally, excellent communication, self-motivation, initiative, time management, and a positive team player attitude.