Sr. Cost Accountant

Par Pacific; Town of Texas, Houston (WI, TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the energy sector is seeking a Sr. Cost Accountant to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for margin analysis within the refining business, ensuring accurate inventory valuation and facilitating timely business decisions. You will collaborate closely with various teams across multiple states, gaining valuable exposure to diverse operational processes. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow your expertise in SAP and financial analysis while contributing to a company that values entrepreneurial spirit and teamwork. If you are detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k)

Educational Reimbursement

Competitive Salary

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of accounting/finance experience required.
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct variance analyses monthly, quarterly, and annually.
• Reconcile inventory and perform inventory costing analysis.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Analysis

SAP

Cost Accounting

GAAP

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA

Tools

SAP (MM/FI/CO modules)

MS Office Suite

Job description

The Opportunity

• Sr. Cost Accountant at a Growth-Oriented Energy Company
• You will play a key role in the inventory valuation processes, gaining exposure to several regions and their processes.
• Enjoy interaction with the Commercial and Accounting teams, as well as multi-state operations across Texas, Wyoming, Montana, Washington, and Hawaii.
• Learn and grow in SAP (our financial ERP system) and financial analysis processes.

Reporting to the Inventory Accounting Manager, this position is responsible for margin analysis of our Refining business segment, providing reliable analysis to facilitate timely business decisions.

Key activities include:

• Work closely with Commercial & Settlements to understand monthly crude and refined product activity.
• Coordinate with Billing/Contract teams for trade activity review and cargo volume and price data collection.
• Collaborate with yield accounting to reconcile movements, roll forward inventory, and calculate yield.
• Reconcile inventory and perform inventory costing analysis.
• Prepare and oversee exchange activity and resolve discrepancies.
• Conduct variance analyses monthly, quarterly, and annually.
• Perform FIFO inventory calculations.
• Prepare key reports for management review.
• Review current period purchases and settlements in relation to title transfer, liabilities, and balance sheet presentation.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Complete special projects as assigned.
• Work with internal auditors on controls documentation and SOX compliance.
• Provide documentation for quarterly SEC filings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Note: This description provides a general overview; additional responsibilities may be identified based on business needs.

Qualifications

• Legal authorization to work permanently in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business required.
• CPA preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of accounting/finance experience required.
• SAP experience preferred (MM/FI/CO modules).
• Cost/Inventory Accounting experience preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Understanding of GAAP and ability to apply it.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Problem-solving and initiative-taking skills.
• Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment.
• Strong communication skills, fluency in English.

About Us

Par Pacific owns and operates energy and infrastructure businesses in complex markets, led by industry veterans. We foster an entrepreneurial, collaborative culture, seeking new opportunities and responding to market demands.

Why Work for Par:

• Unique culture: Driven, hardworking professionals with a winning attitude.
• Location: Office in CityCentre, Houston, in a vibrant area.
• Growth strategy: Focused on strong fundamentals and experienced leadership.
• Compensation: Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k), educational reimbursement, and more.

Headquarters and Operations

Based in Houston, Texas, with refineries in Hawaii, Montana, Washington, and Wyoming, and retail locations across Hawaii, Washington, and Idaho.

Note: All candidates must apply through our web posting. We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination of any kind.