Manager - Financial Reporting

Energy Transfer , recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers , is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America’s energy . We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more.

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities.

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Summary

The Manager – Financial Reporting position is responsible for leading a team of Shared Service financial reporting senior and staff accountants to fulfill the company’s external reporting obligations, including SEC reporting, as well as solve complex accounting and reporting issues for Sunoco LP, SunocoCorp and Energy Transfer and their subsidiaries.

The Financial Reporting Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the quarterly and annual SEC reporting functions for Sunoco LP, SunocoCorp and Energy Transfer, as well as providing support for deals as needed. This role involves identifying and implementing best practices for GAAP and SEC reporting requirements, performing research to solve technical accounting issues encountered, assisting with the annual audit and quarterly audit review, and related ad hoc assignments. The ideal candidate will have a strong US GAAP accounting and SEC reporting knowledge, advanced problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation and review of monthly parent company consolidated financial statements.
• Manage the preparation and review of quarterly and annual SEC filings.
• Identify and implement best practices for GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Manage the monthly close process and review of lower-level reporting consolidations.
• Manage and train staff on monthly close and consolidations.
• Perform research to ensure compliance with GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Assist with annual audit and quarterly reviews
• Manage the preparation and review of joint venture quarterly and annual reports.
• Manage and perform special projects as assigned.
  
  

Software Knowledge

• Microsoft office applications
• SAP and BPC knowledge preferred
• Wdesk knowledge preferred
  
  

Required Education Or Minimum Level

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• CPA designation required and MBA preferred
  
  

Experience

• 8 years of relevant industry or public accounting experience.
• Prior supervisory experience.
• Experience in the energy industry is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP.
• Solid time management skills: ability to handle multiple projects, meet deadlines and function independently and efficiently in a fast paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Problem solving with ability to recognize issues and deal with them directly.
• Personable, positive and enthusiastic attitude with capability to deal effectively with people. Ability to communicate clearly, verbally and written.
• Excellent organization skills and work habits.
• Sense of initiative with desire to become truly involved in the business.
• Flexibility with ability to work in a team setting supporting several people.
  
  

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Usually, normal office working conditions.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.