Accountant II - Corp Accounting

CVR Energy•Sugar Land, TX

About The Position

The Accountant II in the Corporate Accounting group performs general accounting tasks to ensure timely and accurate recognition of corporate transactions. Areas include SG&A and other corporate accruals, cash reconciliations, payroll and benefits, investments, leases, insurance, intercompany billings and allocations, prepaids, corporate card activity, and expense reporting. The role collaborates with Accounts Payable, Treasury, Tax, Legal, Credit, Payroll/HR, and Corporate Reporting teams to support accurate accounting and the Corporate Accounting function. The position supports monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities for multiple areas by preparing journal entries, roll forwards, account analyses, reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules according to the close calendar and documented procedures. It also analyzes general ledger balances and financial results, investigates variances, maintains records and documentation, supports audits and SOX compliance, and contributes to process improvements, system initiatives, and ad hoc projects. The role requires schedule flexibility, including extended hours during month-end and quarter-end close.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
At least 2 years of experience in corporate accounting or a related field required.
Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles, accounting tasks, general ledger, and reconciliations.
Advanced MS Excel skills, including lookups, pivot tables, and large data reconciliations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word.
Fluent in English, orally and in writing.
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Organized, with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Willingness to cross-train and provide backup coverage for other close processes.
Ability to adjust schedule to meet business needs, including extended hours during month-end and quarter-end close.
Must be eligible to work in the United States; the company will not sponsor immigration or work visas.

Nice To Haves

CPA certification or active pursuit of CPA certification.
Experience with Oracle Financials.
Experience with lease accounting software, such as Lease Accelerator.
Experience with Concur.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules for monthly close.
Complete assigned month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities accurately and within established deadlines.
Analyze general ledger balances and financial results, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies.
Identify accounting issues and discrepancies and work with supervisors or other departments to resolve them.
Collaborate with Accounts Payable, Treasury, Tax, Legal, Credit, Payroll/HR, Corporate Reporting, and business cost center owners.
Maintain accurate accounting records and appropriate documentation, ensuring compliance with internal controls.
Support internal and external audits by preparing requested schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation, and respond to audit requests.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reduce manual work, and increase efficiency through automation.
Participate in accounting system implementations, testing, upgrades, and process improvement initiatives.
Develop and maintain accounting procedures and documentation, and assist with special projects as needed.
Ensure SOX compliance for responsible areas and maintain and monitor assigned SOX and internal controls.
Communicate regularly with the supervisor about work progress, questions, and concerns.
Provide timely and accurate close procedures and reporting, account analyses, and assigned tasks and projects.
Adhere to company policies and procedures.
Cross-train and provide backup coverage for other close processes.