Senior Manager - Special Projects

Overview:

This position is a part of the Corporate Finance organization and will interface with the senior members of the organization, especially the Controller, and with outside consultants. This individual will need to be capable of leading special projects with limited guidance and oversight. The emphasis of the role will be accounting fluency as this individual will be counted on to help lead key improvements for the accounting function. The ideal candidate will have the skills and ambition to contribute to the success of Corporate Finance organization in multiple finance disciplines at the most senior levels.

The individual will be familiar with Quality of Earnings reports and will have exposure to financial transactions, such as business sales or acquisitions. It is also critical that this individual has experience with inventory management.

Job Summary:

• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Manager of Special Projects to lead improvement efforts, especially on the accounting and inventory side, as we progress through the sale process related to Americas Styrenics. The individual will support the financial leadership team during special projects, including any requirements of the Audit Committee. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls. This person will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial records, compliance with regulatory requirements, and support strategic decision-making. The preferred candidate will also have experience in inventory accounting as this role is critical in ensuring accurate valuation of inventory, compliance with accounting standards, and alignment with operational processes. The ideal candidate will have experience in inventory systems, cost accounting, and cross-functional collaboration with operations and supply chain
  
  
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify opportunities for process improvements, with focus on inventory practices, and implement best practices through partnership with the Record to Report GPO
• Serve as project owner for the implementation of a close & consolidation automation tool
• Support key aspects of the sale process by working with bankers, senior management and the ownership deal teams
• Assist in any required audits by the parent companies and capable of managing the requests of the Audit Committee
• Support month-end and year-end close processes and the preparation of financial statements
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies
• Assist in the development and monitoring of internal controls and financial procedures
• Prepare ad hoc financial reports and analysis for management
• Capable of managing all accounting functions related to inventory, including cost accounting, inventory reconciliation, and valuation
• Monitor inventory transactions for accuracy and proper classification in the general ledger
• Ensure proper application of inventory costing methodologies (FIFO, LIFO, weighted average, etc.)
• Coordinate physical inventory counts and cycle counts; analyze and reconcile inventory variances
• Collaborate with operations, warehouse, and supply chain teams to align financial and physical inventory records
• Maintain inventory reserves for obsolescence and excess inventory; ensure reserves are calculated and supported
• Analyze inventory trends and provide reporting on inventory turnover, aging, and margins
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies related to inventory accounting
• Assist in month-end and year-end close activities related to inventory accounts
• Mentor accounting staff as needed
  
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
• 12+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting standards, and inventory valuation methods
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., SAP ECC and/or S4, Oracle) and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  
  
  

Key Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking: Strong ability to analyze and interpret large datasets and generate insights
• Problem Solving: Ability to tackle complex business problems and design innovative data-driven solutions
• Collaboration: Team-oriented with the ability to work cross-functionally to achieve business objectives
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align data and analytics strategies with broader business goals
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving digital environment
  
  
  

Relocation is not available with this position.

Americas Styrenics LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status or marital status.

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