Job Description

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Accounting Supervisor
Huntsman is seeking an Accounting Supervisor supporting the Polyurethanes (PU) Division located in Boisbriand, Canada. This position will report to the Sr Director R&D
Job Scope
The Accounting Supervisor will support the financial accounting function for HBS, with support from the Accounting & Costing Manager.
The Accounting Supervisor will report to the Accounting & Costing Manager and manage 4 direct reports within the HBS Accounting team. The Supervisor is responsible for many aspects of general ledger related activities. As a member of the accounting team, you will be working in a fast-paced environment while building relationships within the accounting team and the larger Huntsman organization.
In summary, as the Accounting Supervisor, you will:Manage 4 direct reports. Responsible for monthly financial close activities, including proper application of US GAAP, preparing and reviewing journal entries, variance analysis, and balance sheet account reconciliations. Work cross functionally with Financial Reporting to ensure financial statement accuracy. Oversee cost accounting function including monitoring batch production data, coordination of physical inventory count, calculation of product costs, and analysis of inventory cost and usage variance reports. Provide support to the annual audit process, including preparing and reviewing supporting schedules. Be able to interact with audit personnel to independently resolve questions. Continuously improve month end close and other accounting processes Responsible for maintaining internal controls in compliance with SOX. Responsible for maintaining policies and procedures specific to areas of responsibility. Oversight of direct reports' deliverables as well as supporting their career development. Prepare and review with management monthly financial statements and complete comprehensive actual vs budget analysis.

Qualifications
You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.



The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in the United States.
Minimum QualificationsA Bachelor's degree with an accredited business program is required At least 4 years of accounting experience At least 2 years of supervisory or manager experience CPA, a plus SAP Business One experience preferred

Skills and knowledgeProactively manage accounting functions while analyzing current processes to determine process improvements. Proficient knowledge of Windows-based computer systems is required. Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Excel. Ability to interpret, analyze, and report complex data Proficient ability to communicate verbally and in writing, using English Proficient ability to manage multiple, overlapping priorities in a high-demand, customer-centric work environment Demonstrated commitment to a respectful, diverse, and inclusive environment Proficient ability to maximize the performance of others through the use of clearly defined expectations and related goals, daily coaching focused on outcomes, skills development, individual development plans, and scheduled performance appraisals Proficient relationship building skills, build and leverage cross-functional partnerships within and outside of the organization, and leverage influential leadership Strong analytical skills, including the ability to understand, explain, and execute potentially complex quantitative strategies and functional solutions Proficient understanding of basic business mathematics and quantitative relationships Possess proficient analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills Demonstrated learning agility to respond favorably to evolving systems, applications, organizational objectives, and internal processes Consistently demonstrates a commitment to policies and procedures, including but not limited to, attendance, confidentiality, conflict of interest, and ethical responsibilities

RELATED COMPETENCIES:Continuous Improvement -- Originating action to improve existing conditions and processes; identifying improvement opportunities, generating ideas, and implementing solutions Creating a Service Reputation -- Modeling for others service behaviors that meet customers' and own organization's needs; using appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to resolve difficult customer situations and to retain customer confidence Becoming a Business Advisor -- Adding customer equity by creating valued business partnerships with customers; proactively identifying business opportunities for the customer; conveying a firm understanding of the customer's business interests and related concerns Work Standards -- Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.

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