Plant Accounting Supervisor
Vacancy Number: PR-242313
Canada, Mississauga
Fulltime: 40 hrs a week
Experience: 5 years
Closing: December 27, 2024
Introduction
We are currently hiring a Plant Accounting Supervisor for our lubricant's client in Mississauga, ON. You will be responsible for managing a team of three accountants and analysts, ensuring accurate financial data, compliance with industry regulations, and efficient financial processes. This role requires strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of refinery operations, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments. This is a full-time permanent opportunity.
What are you going to do
- Manage and mentor a team of accountants and analysts, providing guidance and support in their daily tasks.
- Oversee the daily operations of the Plant Accounting department, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial reporting, and tank inventory and plant unit balancing.
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide professional development opportunities for team members.
- Oversee the preparation of and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the refinery.
- Ensure compliance with US GAAP and SOX.
- Assist VP Operations Mississauga and Sr. Advisor Finance in developing the Rack Back budget.
- Maintain and enforce internal control policies and procedures to safeguard company assets.
- Ensure compliance with government environmental regulations.
- Assist with internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.
- Collaborate with operations, procurement, and other departments to provide financial insights and support decision-making.
- Monitor tank inventory levels and valuation, and plant unit balancing ensuring accurate recording and reporting of feedstock and base oils.
- Review and approve capital expenditure requests, ensuring alignment with budgetary constraints and strategic goals.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of the accounting function.
- Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and technological advancements in accounting and refinery operations.
Essential skills and knowledge
- Minimum of 8 years of accounting experience. Experience in a supervisory capacity would be preferred.
- Experience in the oil and gas industry, specifically in refinery accounting, is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of Accounting Principles, financial reporting, and audit
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
- Experience with SAP and BW/BI would be an asset
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
- CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
- Hybrid role - onsite in office minimum 3 days a week
- Office environment within a refinery setting.
- Occasional travel to Lakeshore office
- Occasional travel to Dallas head office and/or other US plant locations as required
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