The Opportunity  

Director of Operations Accounting at a growth-oriented energy company   Serve as a strategic leader as the key business partner between Operations and Accounting Oversee Accounting team members at three refineries as well as logistics operations   Reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer/Controller, you will manage managing the operational and capital expense functions (actuals, budgeting and forecasting processes)

 

Key activities include:  

Oversee the accounting, forecasting and reporting function of the company’s operating sites, including refineries and strategically owned logistic assets in Hawaii, Wyoming and Washington  Lead the Refinery Accounting Managers and their team members Manage the annual budgets for these operations that encompass total operational expenses of approximately $400 million and capital expenditures of approximately $55 million Monitor consolidated closing process for operational sites Responsible for the inventory volume and yield accounting process at the three refineries Partner with operational leadership to discuss monthly results and variances between forecasts and budgets, understand inventory yields, and review related impacts on the financial statements Lead the annual budget planning process related to operational sites spending Implement and monitor accounting processes at sites to streamline the month end close process Ensure the accuracy of all related balance sheet accounts during month end close Develop a good working relationship with the procurement department to improve the company's overall procure to pay function Prepare ad hoc reports, financial analysis and special projects, as directed by upper-management Develop financial reports for forecasting, trending and results analysis Monitor and evaluate the company’s business environment, current financial results, and consider future financial impacts

Note: This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position. Additional responsibilities and opportunities may be identified based on current business needs. 

 

 

Qualifications 

To meet the basic qualifications for this role, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.

 Additional qualifications include:  

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required; CPA, MBA, or similar accounting related credentials are preferred   Minimum 8 years of relevant accounting experience required Strong understanding of business processes related to ERP systems required Ability to travel to various locations including Hawaii, Wyoming, Washington, and Montana required A history of successful process improvement experience required Demonstrated effectiveness in verbal and written communication, problem solving skills and application of logic required Fluency in English, both verbal and written required Ability to work well independently and in a team environment, adjust work schedule to accommodate unexpected changes, a reliable, results-oriented mindset, ability to work well under pressure and deliver in a rapidly growing company and entrepreneurial environment required Minimum of 5 years experience leading direct reports preferred, including experience coaching and mentoring team members at the manager and senior manager levels SAP experience, including experience with S4P implementation, and advanced Excel skills highly preferred Energy industry experience preferred

 

About Us  

At Par Pacific, we own and operate market-leading energy and infrastructure businesses in logistically-complex markets. We have built a team of oil and gas industry veterans and subject matter experts to lead our organization with an entrepreneurial spirit and a collaborative, problem solving approach. We bring our diverse strengths and motivation to complex markets where we seek out diamonds in the rough. As a nimble, growing organization, we actively pursue new opportunities with corporate financing know-how, respond to local market demands, and adapt to changing external environments. 

 

More Good Reasons to work for Par Pacific 

Unique Culture  

There is nothing ordinary about Par Pacific -- a niche player in the energy space. And there's certainly nothing ordinary about Par Pacific employees. We are driven, hardworking, entrepreneurial-minded professionals who love to win. If that describes you, you'll fit right in.  

   

Location, Location, Location  

Because Par Pacific operates in some of the most beautiful places throughout the country, our employees get to make these places their home and enrich their lives. The office where you'll work is in the CityCentre in Houston, Texas, located on the west side of Houston near I-10 and the Sam Houston Tollway. It's a vibrant area of the city with plenty of places for lunch or to wind down after work. 

  

Opportunistic growth strategy  

At Par Pacific, we look for operations with strong fundamentals and great employees who can move a business forward. Our management team has deep experience in the energy industry, as well as in leading mergers, acquisitions, and integrations of newly acquired companies.  

  

Focused on the future 

We are an energy company that has recognized the imperative and embraced the opportunity to begin the transition from fossil fuels. We are developing products that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. 

  

Excellent compensation and benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a strong comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, a robust allotment of paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, retirement savings plans, educational reimbursement, and more. Full-time employees (and their families) are offered medical (with prescription coverage), dental, vision, voluntary critical illness, accident, life/AD&D insurance, Flexible Spending Account and Employee Assistance Program.  Employees can purchase company stock at discounted prices through the Employee Stock Purchase Program.   

 

Our Headquarters  

Par Pacific Holdings, Inc., based in Houston, Texas, owns, manages and maintains interests in energy and infrastructure businesses. We are a growing energy company focused on renewable and conventional fuels in the Western United States. Par Pacific also owns 46% of Laramie Energy, LLC, a natural gas production company with operations and assets concentrated in Western Colorado.  Our common stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the trading symbol "PARR".   

 

Our Refineries and Logistics Operations  

We own and operate refineries in Hawaii, Montana, Washington, and Wyoming, with total operating throughput capacity of over 219 Mbpd. Par Pacific owns and operates one of the largest energy networks in Hawaii with 94,000 bpd of operating refining capacity, a logistics system supplying the major islands of the state and 90 retail locations. In the Pacific Northwest and the Rockies, Par Pacific owns and operates 124,000 bpd of combined refining capacity and related multimodal logistics systems.  

  

Our Retail Operations  

We own and operate 90 retail locations in Hawaii under the Hele and 76 brands and 33 retail locations in Washington and Idaho under the nomnom brand.  

 

Par Pacific is an equal opportunity employer 

Par Pacific prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law.   

   

Note: Par Pacific will not accept calls or unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. All candidates are required to apply through this web posting.