Financial/Accounting Analyst - Hydrocarbon Team

Korn Ferry has partnered with our client on their search for a Finance/Accounting Analyst – Hydrocarbon.

Company Overview:

Our client is a prominent U.S. refining company operating refineries in Lake Charles, LA; Lemont, IL; and Corpus Christi, TX. It also owns or has joint ownership in 38 terminals, 6 pipelines, and 3 lubricant plants.
Headquartered in Houston, our client has a total crude refining capacity of approximately 807,000 barrels per day and employs around 3,300 people.
The company has a long-standing reputation as a top-branded fuel supplier, operating under values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Care.
The company is implementing new technology platforms, such as Right Angle (ETRM software), to improve data-driven decision-making and financial analytics across the business

Role Summary:

Title: Finance/Accounting Analyst – Hydrocarbon
Reports to: Controller's Organization (Manager-level oversight expected)
Team Involvement: Cross-functional collaboration with Contract Admin, Traders, Schedulers, Risk, FP&A, and Technical Accounting teams

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes for the Crude Supply business unit
Prepare daily cash forecasts related to hydrocarbon procurement and sales; analyze daily variances for Treasury
Ensure accurate and timely recording of hydrocarbon purchases, sales, and transfers in line with GAAP and contractual terms
Review executed commercial deals for complex pricing structures and collaborate with Technical Accounting to assess embedded derivatives or speculative positions
Generate and submit customer invoices; resolve disputes and ensure alignment with contract terms
Conduct pricing and volume verifications with suppliers and customers
Support internal and external audit activities; ensure compliance with all accounting standards
Analyze business performance and contribute to financial reporting, data accuracy, and process improvements
Participate in ERP system enhancements and special projects including automation, reporting, and compliance initiatives
Mentor junior analysts and help identify opportunities to strengthen internal financial processes

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business; CPA or advanced certification (CFA, CMA) preferred
2+ years of financial reporting, GAAP compliance, or transactional accounting experience
Strong understanding of oil/refined products trading and physical/derivative accounting preferred
Familiarity with SAP and Right Angle is a plus
Advanced Excel skills and working knowledge of data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau
Proven ability to interpret complex financial data and drive strategic recommendations
High level of communication, critical thinking, and collaboration across business units
Able to identify GAAP discrepancies and propose corrective action proactively

Compensation & Benefits:

Base Salary Estimate: Based on market alignment and candidate experience
Remote/Hybrid eligible with 9/80 schedule (where applicable)
Comprehensive benefits package including:
Annual vacation incentive (40–120 hours) and generous PTO
401(k) with company match and pension plan
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
On-site amenities at select locations (health clinic, cafeteria, fitness center)
Gym membership reimbursement and wellness programs
Educational assistance and scholarships
Employee discounts and long-term disability coverage

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