Calumet Specialty Products Partners, L.P.
External Financial Reporting Director
Calumet Specialty Products Partners, L.P., Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262
Who are we?At Calumet we deliver innovative specialty products trusted by companies across the globe. We are the foundation to everyday essential products that help millions of people live and thrive. We are headquartered in Indianapolis and have numerous production locations in the US. We are customer focused and utilize our values of collaboration and entrepreneurship to grow the business. We offer a dynamic, high-performance environment where team members can have real input and impact on our business. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, treat the business as if it is your own and add value accordingly, come see why we’re Calumet Proud!
PURPOSE:Performs as the lead support to the Chief Accounting Officer in managing the SEC reporting function (10-K and 10-Q preparation and filing process); coordinates disclosure issues and maintains other responsibilities. Also, this individual provides guidance on complex non-routine accounting requirements of the Corporate group (accounting for business combinations, debt offerings, equity offerings).
KEY OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage the SEC reporting function – preparation and filing of Form 10-K’s and Form 10-Q’s, including MD&A, consolidated financial statements and notes – plan, communicate and coordinate the document-related responsibilities and timing of multiple corporate departments.
Responsible for reviewing business fluctuations and MD&A explanations.
Responsible for reviewing the tie-out binder supporting the SEC filings.
Coordinate disclosure issues – participate in quarterly reviews with key corporate and business unit management – obtain and review quarterly representation letters and other questionnaires from business units and present findings to the company’s Disclosure Committee – complete annual and quarterly disclosure checklists in connection with SEC filings.
Assist in reviewing and editing financial-related press releases, conference call scripts and slides, and the company’s Annual Report and prepare supporting documentation – prepare press release financial statements.
Maintain and assist in the preparation of accounting policies, procedures and controls.
Responsible for reviewing the XBRL submission.
Responsible for reviewing quarterly supplemental reporting deliverables and similar ad-hoc, common stock data and commonly used ratios/metrics.
Lead quarterly disclosure committee meetings and summary of legal exposure meetings
Review/Prepare various accounting disclosure and technical memos
Assist in the implementation and improvement of SOX Section 404 compliance procedures as it relates to the external financial reporting process. Including, Establishing, monitoring, and ensuring the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting in accordance with SOX.
Continually monitor authoritative accounting literature, assess the impact of new and existing pronouncements and apply guidance as applicable.
Responsible for reviewing unit-based compensation calculations and journal entries
Work with Investor Relations in the preparation, delivery and/or review of monthly, quarterly, and annual investor reporting as well as ad hoc reporting requests.
Assist with the quarterly review procedures and year-end audit, including preparation of audit schedules.
Provide accurate and timely financial information to other internal departments under specified deadlines.
Approves and communicates the quarterly timeline for SEC-related reporting activities to all levels of management throughout the Company.
Prepares the assignments for preparing and reviewing various financial statements, notes, and MD&A disclosures in the periodic filings.
Assures that reliable and timely information is received from various sections of the Company to substantiate such disclosures.
Supervises the conversion and filing of information in the SEC’s EDGAR formats.
Supervises and reviews information that supports various Corporate financing activities including debt and equity offerings.
Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting required
15+ years of progressive experience in both public and industry accounting preferred. Public accounting experience required.
Expert understanding of accounting and financial reporting in accordance with GAAP, including the preparation and/or review of financial statements and footnotes
Strong background with SEC filings with advanced knowledge of SEC rules and regulations
Experience researching and documenting accounting treatment for various transactions
PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES:
CPA preferred
Experience within Big 4 accounting companies
COMPETENCIES:
Demonstration of Calumet Values – Safety, Environment & Social Responsibility, Teamwork, Ownership, Passion for Customers, and Excellence
Strong organizational and time management skills /ability to continually prioritize workload and respond to top priorities with a sense of urgency
Ability to successfully manage multiple projects with competing priorities and tight deadlines
Detail-oriented with both the ambition and willingness to dive into the details necessary to accomplish responsibilities and solve problems
Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with all levels of internal and external stakeholders
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. We are an equal opportunity employer including disability and veteran. All offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test.#J-18808-Ljbffr
PURPOSE:Performs as the lead support to the Chief Accounting Officer in managing the SEC reporting function (10-K and 10-Q preparation and filing process); coordinates disclosure issues and maintains other responsibilities. Also, this individual provides guidance on complex non-routine accounting requirements of the Corporate group (accounting for business combinations, debt offerings, equity offerings).
KEY OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage the SEC reporting function – preparation and filing of Form 10-K’s and Form 10-Q’s, including MD&A, consolidated financial statements and notes – plan, communicate and coordinate the document-related responsibilities and timing of multiple corporate departments.
Responsible for reviewing business fluctuations and MD&A explanations.
Responsible for reviewing the tie-out binder supporting the SEC filings.
Coordinate disclosure issues – participate in quarterly reviews with key corporate and business unit management – obtain and review quarterly representation letters and other questionnaires from business units and present findings to the company’s Disclosure Committee – complete annual and quarterly disclosure checklists in connection with SEC filings.
Assist in reviewing and editing financial-related press releases, conference call scripts and slides, and the company’s Annual Report and prepare supporting documentation – prepare press release financial statements.
Maintain and assist in the preparation of accounting policies, procedures and controls.
Responsible for reviewing the XBRL submission.
Responsible for reviewing quarterly supplemental reporting deliverables and similar ad-hoc, common stock data and commonly used ratios/metrics.
Lead quarterly disclosure committee meetings and summary of legal exposure meetings
Review/Prepare various accounting disclosure and technical memos
Assist in the implementation and improvement of SOX Section 404 compliance procedures as it relates to the external financial reporting process. Including, Establishing, monitoring, and ensuring the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting in accordance with SOX.
Continually monitor authoritative accounting literature, assess the impact of new and existing pronouncements and apply guidance as applicable.
Responsible for reviewing unit-based compensation calculations and journal entries
Work with Investor Relations in the preparation, delivery and/or review of monthly, quarterly, and annual investor reporting as well as ad hoc reporting requests.
Assist with the quarterly review procedures and year-end audit, including preparation of audit schedules.
Provide accurate and timely financial information to other internal departments under specified deadlines.
Approves and communicates the quarterly timeline for SEC-related reporting activities to all levels of management throughout the Company.
Prepares the assignments for preparing and reviewing various financial statements, notes, and MD&A disclosures in the periodic filings.
Assures that reliable and timely information is received from various sections of the Company to substantiate such disclosures.
Supervises the conversion and filing of information in the SEC’s EDGAR formats.
Supervises and reviews information that supports various Corporate financing activities including debt and equity offerings.
Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting required
15+ years of progressive experience in both public and industry accounting preferred. Public accounting experience required.
Expert understanding of accounting and financial reporting in accordance with GAAP, including the preparation and/or review of financial statements and footnotes
Strong background with SEC filings with advanced knowledge of SEC rules and regulations
Experience researching and documenting accounting treatment for various transactions
PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES:
CPA preferred
Experience within Big 4 accounting companies
COMPETENCIES:
Demonstration of Calumet Values – Safety, Environment & Social Responsibility, Teamwork, Ownership, Passion for Customers, and Excellence
Strong organizational and time management skills /ability to continually prioritize workload and respond to top priorities with a sense of urgency
Ability to successfully manage multiple projects with competing priorities and tight deadlines
Detail-oriented with both the ambition and willingness to dive into the details necessary to accomplish responsibilities and solve problems
Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with all levels of internal and external stakeholders
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. We are an equal opportunity employer including disability and veteran. All offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test.#J-18808-Ljbffr