Accounting Director Energy & Specialty Solutions

Flowood, MS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Ergon Inc. is seeking a strategic and hands-on Accounting Director to lead the accounting function for our Energy & Specialty Solutions (ESS) segment. ESS is comprised primarily of entities engaged in the refining and marketing of specialty oils and the manufacture and marketing of specialty chemicals. This role will provide financial leadership ensure accurate and timely reporting strengthen internal controls and partner with operational leadership to support informed business decisions. We are a great company with great pay and great benefits. Ergon Inc. is a relationship-driven company that values each employees willingness to learn and contribute to the team. We are family-owned with locations throughout the world but we pride ourselves on maintaining a small-company feel.

Accounting Director Responsibilities:

Oversee and lead the accounting department servicing Ergons Energy & Specialty Solutions (ESS) segment comprised primarily of entities engaged in the refining and marketing of specialty oils and the manufacture and marketing of specialty chemicals.
Lead the monthend quarterend and yearend close processes ensuring timely accurate and consistent financial reporting across all ESS entities.
Maintain financial books and records including costing reconciliations and analysis of accounts.
Review and record transactions exercising professional judgment to make accounting estimates.
Prepare review and deliver internal management reports analyses budgets and projections.
Communicate financial results to management providing key insights to help them better manage the business.
Identify opportunities for improvement of accounting processes controls and systems to enhance operational efficiency and scalability.
Support mergers acquisitions and other corporate transactions with financial due diligence and integration efforts.
Serve as a liaison to international ESS accounting and finance teams promoting consistency of processes adherence to standards and use of best practices.
Ensure strong internal controls are in place and work closely with internal and external auditors during annual audits and quarterly reviews.
Assist with onboarding and developing accounting staff fostering a culture of accountability accuracy and professional growth.

Accounting Director Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance
Five years of prior work experience in accounting or finance; 2 years of management preferred
Demonstrates management leadership and problem-solving skills
Team player who works well under pressure
Effective communicator
Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word Excel) and accounting software
Proven knowledge of accounting regulations practices and standards
Attention to detail organization and accuracy

Why Ergon Inc.

At Ergon we are a relationship-driven family-owned company that values the growth and contributions of each employee. Headquarters in Flowood Mississippi we take pride in maintaining a close-knit small-company atmosphere while offering exceptional career opportunities. With approximately 4500 employees we operate in multiple sectors including pavement & pavement preservation specialty refining logistics construction and specialty chemicals. Our people are the foundation of our success and we are committed to fostering a workplace where talent is recognized rewarded and empowered. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Competitive pay
401(k) matching & profit sharing
Health Dental Vision and Life Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability Plans
Additional voluntary benefits
Paid holidays vacation and sick leave
Tuition assistance
Opportunity to shape enterprise-wide compensation strategy
Collaborative inclusive and performance-driven culture
Career growth in a dynamic diversified organization

At Ergon Inc. we live by our core values:

Empowered Service: Together were committed to delivering unparalleled service. We do whats right provide solutions and foster stronger relationships with our teams and customers. Employee safety is our top priority and the first consideration in all aspects of our service. Thats empowered service.
Selfless Leadership: We lead with compassion and put those around us before ourselves. We dont say were experts; we demonstrate it through technical expertise category innovation and care for what we do. We call this selfless leadership.
Purposeful Growth: We believe employee and company growth go hand in hand. We build our legacy together to ensure future success through purposeful growth. The company has continually reinvested tremendously back into the business not just growing for the sake of growing but growing carefully and strategically.
Respectful Relationships: Together we foster a culture of respect acceptance and diversity of ideas and people. Our differences make us stronger. Were united by our shared values constantly forging respectful relationships.

Come and join the Ergon team!

We are an EEO/AAP employer.

Job Role: Accounting Director

Location: Flowood MS

Required Experience:

Director

Ergon Inc. is seeking a strategic and hands-on Accounting Director to lead the accounting function for our Energy & Specialty Solutions (ESS) segment. ESS is comprised primarily of entities engaged in the refining and marketing of specialty oils and the manufacture and marketing of specialty chemica...