Lead Accountant - GBR

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POSITION SUMMARY
This position is expected to coordinate and perform financial accounting and reporting functions for the Galveston Bay Refinery (“GBR”). In addition to the responsibilities listed below, this position will be expected to assist accountants and business partners in resolving day to day issues.  This position interacts with refinery personnel, including refinery management as well as other refineries, Findlay Refining and Findlay/SAT accounting.  This individual will also “lead” other members of the GBR Refinery Accounting Department.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in monthly financial closeout activities.
• Prepare/coordinate monthly financial entries to properly account for refinery expenses and other financial activity.
• Prepare/coordinate monthly account reconciliations
• Coordinate and participate in the development of refinery’s annual expense budget and monthly updates, and the analysis of actual versus budgeted expenditures.
• Assist in completion of the biennial Solomon Study and prepare analysis of the results.
• Assist in special projects as assigned and provide back-up for other accounting functions as required.
• Strong communication skills are required to effectively receive and distribute information to other accounting department personnel, operational department personnel, various levels of management, governmental agencies, and other MPC locations.
• Participates in creating, and implementing new policies, methods, procedures and spreadsheets designed to improve accounting controls and efficiency.
• May provide accounting advice to leadership to assist them in managing their responsibilities.
• May assist management with team oversight and review the work of others. Trains, mentors, and assists in providing direction to other Accountants.
• Displays advanced ability to utilize systems/tools, which may include, but not limited to Excel and SAP

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required. Accounting degree preferred.
• 5+ years of Accounting/Finance experience required.
• Previous MPC Refinery Accounting experience desired

SKILLS

Accountability, Adaptability, Building Partnerships, Business Process Improvement, Communication, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Taking Initiative, Technical Knowledge, Work Standards

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If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected]. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com.The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.
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We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.