Title:  Director of Shared Services

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer, the Director of Shared Services will manage a team of 4 Senior Managers/Managers, and will have the responsibility for leading the three primary functions:

•              The Order to Cash (O2C) team from pricing coordination to invoicing to cash collection as well as providing analysis on the account receivables the Company.  This O2C process will exceed $8 billion annually touching multiple products in the Northwest United State and Hawaii.

•              The Accounts Payable Organization which is responsible for the processing of over 100K invoices annually for the Company.

•              The Corporate Accounting Group which is responsible certain corporate accounting activities such as payroll accounting and the accounting for corporate costs (approximately $100 million of annual costs).

As part of the specific responsibilities, this role will:

•              Create a highly motivated leadership team that ensures the appropriate and efficient billing and payment through Company processes. 

•              Work closely with the Commercial team to ensure customer relationships are maintained.

•              Manage the billing rebate and incentive programs assigned by the commercial team.

•              Work hand-in-hand with the procurement team to ensure the optimization of the Purchase to Pay (P2P) process. 

•              Ensure process improvements are properly identified and quantified, building the case(s) for implementation and investment.

•              Ensure appropriate accounting for corporate costs across the organization.

•              Be the primary liaison between the accounting organization and senior functional leaders (CIO, CHRO, etc.) to review monthly costs and comparisons between actual results and budgeted/forecasted amounts.

•              Create and maintain robust KPI’s for the processes under assignment with continuous improvement goals.

•              Implement proper processes and controls as required.

•              Coordinate with Operations, Marketing, and Customers resolving price & billing related discrepancies.

•              Work closely with the Tax team ensuring appropriate rates are understood and applied to our customers & vendor invoices.

•              Ensure compliance with the established SOX guidelines and procedures.

•              Manage through the team leaders the closure of the monthly financial books, ensure the proper matching principle is applied to revenue, receivable and payables.

•              Work closely with Contracts/Master Data/SAP IT resources to ensure proper setup of customer and vendor master data. 

•              Manage the measurement and follow up processes on customer billing and payments to manage Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable aging.

•              Assist with special projects as assigned by Management.

•              Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional activities include:

•              You will play a key role in the revenue cycle for a critical asset in Par’s portfolio.  You will get exposure to several different regions and their associated products and processes.

•              You will enjoy wide exposure to the Contracts, Procurement, Treasury, Tax, and Finance teams, as well as to our multi-state operations that stretch from Texas, Wyoming, Washington, Montana to Hawaii.

•              While this role could keep you busy and challenged for years to come, we are growing, both organically and via acquisitions. A strong performance in this position could set you up to take on additional responsibilities or pursue advancement in our organization along multiple paths.

•              We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

•              You'll have the opportunity to learn and grow into new areas, such as Accounting and Procurement and Allegro ETRM, if you're not already familiar.

Note: This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.

The Qualifications

To meet the basic qualification for this role, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship. To be a good fit for the Director of Shared Services opportunity, you will have:

•              Bachelor’s degree from an accredited 4-year institution in Accounting, Finance or Business.

•              Advanced degree a plus

•              10+ years of relevant business experience required.

•              Previous management experience required.

•              Exposure to the delivery of a Shared Services process.

•              Knowledge of industry terminology; understanding of industry contract language required.

•              Advances analytical, organization, and interpersonal skills.

•              Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word, including complex/compound spreadsheets.

•              SAP experience required.

•              Strong attention to detail and accuracy

•              Fluent in English, both oral and written required

More Good Reasons to work for Par: 

Unique culture

There is nothing ordinary about Par Pacific -- a niche player in the energy space that operates in logistically complex markets. And there's certainly nothing ordinary about Par Pacific people. We are driven, hardworking, entrepreneur-minded professionals that love to win. If that describes you, you'll fit right in.

Location, location, location

Because Par Pacific is located in some of the most beautiful places throughout the country, our employees get to make these places their home and enrich their lives. The office where you will work is in CityCentre, located on the West side of Houston near I-10 and the Sam Houston Tollway.  It's a vibrant area of the city with plenty of places for lunch or to wind down after work.

Opportunistic growth strategy

At Par Pacific, we look for operations with strong fundamentals and great employees who can move a business forward. Our management team has deep experience in the energy industry, as well as in leading mergers, acquisitions, and integrations of newly acquired companies.

Excellent compensation and benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a strong comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, a robust allotment of paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, retirement savings plans, educational reimbursement, and more.Full-time employees (and their families) are offered medical (with prescription coverage), dental, vision, voluntary critical illness, accident, life/AD&D insurance, Flexible Spending Account and Employee Assistance Program.  Employees can purchase company stock at discounted prices through the Employee Stock Purchase Program. 

Keys to Success

We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter with a positive attitude. Candidates should have a natural thirst for knowledge and curiosity to drive personal and professional development. 

 In addition, to be a successful Director of Shared Services, you will:

•              Need strong leadership and organizational effectiveness skills.

•              Be able to prioritize team efforts to maximize the output of the department resources.

•              Motivate, reward and correct behaviors of the team.

•              Effectively communicate with the ability to influence behaviors outside of the department.  

•              Have a strong attention to detail and accuracy.

•              Possess an attitude to achieve goals through your team.

•              Adjust your work schedule to accommodate unexpected changes.

•              Be proactive – we welcome the ability to question and learn along the way.

•              Identify ways to improve processes and controls or minimize costs.

•              Combine analytical skills and creativity in solving problems. 

•              Maintain a strong work ethic and accountability for work performed. 

Our Headquarters

  Par Pacific Holdings, Inc., based in Houston, Texas, owns, manages, and maintains interests in energy and infrastructure businesses. We are a growing energy company focused on renewable and conventional fuels in the Western United States. Par Pacific also owns 46% of Laramie Energy, LLC, a natural gas production company with operations and assets concentrated in Western Colorado. Our common stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the trading symbol "PARR". 

 Our Refineries and Logistics Operations

 We own and operate refineries in Hawaii, Montana, Washington, and Wyoming, with total operating throughput capacity of over 218 Mbpd. Par Pacific owns and operates one of the largest energy networks in Hawaii with 94,000 bpd of operating refining capacity, a logistics system supplying the major islands of the state and 90 retail locations. In the Pacific Northwest and the Rockies, Par Pacific owns and operates 124,000 bpd of combined refining capacity, related multimodal logistics systems, 

 Our Retail Operations

We own and operate 90 retail locations in Hawaii under the Hele and 76 brands and 33 retail locations in Washington and Idaho under the nomnom brand.

 The Company

Par Pacific Holdings, Inc., based in Houston, Texas, owns, manages, and maintains interests in energy and infrastructure businesses. Par Pacific's strategy is to identify, acquire and operate energy and infrastructure businesses with attractive competitive positions. We own and operate refineries in Hawaii, Washington, Montana, and Wyoming, with total operating throughput capacity of over 200 Mbpd.  We own and operate one of the largest energy infrastructure networks in Hawaii with a logistics network supplying the major islands of the state.  In Wyoming, Par Pacific owns a refinery and associated logistics network in a niche market.  We operate over 120 fuel retail outlets in Hawaii, Washington, and Idaho. Par Pacific has an active, opportunistic growth strategy. Our common stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the trading symbol "PARR". 

Note: Par Pacific will not accept calls from third-party recruiters. All candidates are required to apply through this web posting. 

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.