Commodity Accounting Manager

Global Partners LP • Waltham, MA

33d

About The Position

The Commodity Accounting Manager supporting Supply & Trading oversees all accounting, valuation, and reporting activities related to the organization's commodity purchases, sales, inventories, and hedging activities. This role ensures compliance with US GAAP and internal control policies, supports both internal and external audit requirements, and contributes to the accuracy and timeliness of financial closes. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to support business objectives For over 90 years Global Partners LP has been delivering the energy our communities need to grow, move, and thrive. From Alltown Fresh, with its innovative chef-led creations and guest-focused retail experience, to our vast network of over 50 liquid energy terminals across the eastern seaboard and beyond, Global Partner's integrated network of businesses delivers value day-in and day-out to our guests and customers across the US. At Global Partners we embrace the future, investing in energy transition with initiatives like GlobalGLO and supporting the communities in which we operate with our charitable work. We're excited for the next 90 years at Global Partners and what innovative new ideas we can bring to our guests and customers in the future. We're looking for passionate people with great ideas to contribute to our company's future. If you're motivated by what's next, Global Partners can provide you with the opportunities to push your career to the next level.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• 5+ years experience in an accounting role.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP.
• Attention to detail and ability to deliver accurate results under strict deadlines.
• Ability to efficiently learn and utilize new software applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• You are self-motivated and like to take initiative.
• You are a team player with a positive attitude.
• You have strong time management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Public accounting and/or supervisory experience preferred.
• Certified public accountant (CPA) designation.
• Experience with RightAngle, Terminal Management Software, and/or Oracle preferred.
• Data analytics experience, including the use of Snowflake, Tableau, Alteryx, etc.

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.

Benefits

• Coins! We offer competitive salaries and opportunities for growth. We mean it! We have an amazing Talent Development Team who create trainings for growth and job development.
• Health + Wellness - Medical, Dental, Visions and Life Insurance. Along with additional wellness support.
• The Road Ahead - We offer 401k and a match component!
• Professional Development - We provide tuition reimbursement; this benefit is offered after 6 months of service.
• Give Back! We believe in community support. We know everyone gives in their own way, that's why we offer paid volunteer time-off to you to help an organization of your choice.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees