Inventory Accounting Analyst

Overview Full job description for an Inventory Analyst at a growth-oriented energy company. The role involves providing key services in inventory processes across several regions, collaborating with Commercial and Accounting teams, and operating within a multi-state environment covering Wyoming, Washington, and Hawaii. The analyst will have exposure to SAP and other financial analysis processes, contributing to refining and logistics asset inventory management, and ensuring accurate representation of inventories on the balance sheet. Responsibilities Ensure that the inventory movement process is functioning as expected. Work closely with various departments to understand commercial activity and its impact on daily inventory movements. Analyze and interpret movement orders, inspection reports, and third‑party inventory statements. Oversee various groups’ methods of entering inventory movements in the subledger and system of record. Identify, troubleshoot, and provide solutions to movement imbalances. Act as a liaison between the groups responsible for the movements and Inventory Accounting. Perform monthly inventory and exchange reconciliations between the subledger and system of record. Utilize advanced tools such as Power BI to assist with reconciliations. Understand and communicate the P&L and yield impacts related to inventory adjustments. Review the accounting of current period purchases and settlements as it relates to title transfer, current liabilities, and overall balance‑sheet presentation. Perform required state and governmental reporting. Coordinate and ensure the monthly closing process attributable to inventory movements is efficient. Identify and support process improvements and automation opportunities. Assist with special projects, as assigned. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred. Work experience in accounting/finance preferred. Experience working in the refining industry preferred. Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), theories, and ability to apply them to the Corporation’s accounting needs required. Willingness to learn the business processes of hydrocarbon terminals, refineries, and their associated modes of transporting products. Familiarity with yield and/or inventory accounting preferred. SAP experience at a minimum. Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.) required. Strong attention to detail and organization. Demonstrated ability to research, solve problems, and take initiative to recommend process improvements. Ability to work well independently and deal effectively in a rapidly changing environment. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Fluent in English, both oral and written required. Benefits Competitive salary. Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Robust allocation of paid time off. 401(k) with company match and retirement savings plans. Educational reimbursement. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Par Pacific Holdings