Manager of Derivative and Technical Accounting
| Req Number: | XQ5XXU |
| Location: | Houston, TX |
| Posted: | 2/25/2026 |
| Category: | Industrial : Energy |
| Job Type: | Permanent |
Korn Ferry has partnered with our client on their search for a Manager of Derivative and Technical Accounting.
Company Overview:
• Our client is a large, well established U.S. refining and energy supply organization with multiple refineries, terminals, pipelines, and related infrastructure assets across the United States
• Headquartered in Houston, TX, the company operates a significant crude refining footprint and employs several thousand professionals across refining, supply and trading, commercial, and corporate functions
• The organization is known for its strong operational discipline, long term stability, and commitment to values such as safety, integrity, accountability, and collaboration
• The company continues to invest in modern technology platforms, including enterprise ETRM systems, to enhance data driven decision making, risk management, and financial analytics across the business
Role Summary:
• Title: Manager, Derivatives & Technical Accounting
• Department: Accounting – Derivatives & Technical Accounting
• Reports to: Global Controller / Assistant Controller
• Team Scope: Lead and oversee the Derivatives & Technical Accounting team (1 Senior Analyst and 2 Analysts) while serving as the Company’s primary technical accounting expert
• Primary Focus: Oversight of derivative accounting, complex technical accounting matters, financial reporting compliance, and cross-functional partnership with Trading, Risk, FP&A, and executive leadership
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide leadership and direct supervision over the Derivatives & Technical Accounting department, including review of journal entries, internal controls, and quarterly disclosures
• Serve as the primary technical accounting resource for the Company, leading research, documentation, and implementation of new accounting standards and critical policies
• Assess and oversee accounting for commodity derivatives and complex trading transactions
• Review quarterly and annual financial statements and GAAP disclosure checklists to ensure compliance
• Prepare and present technical accounting position papers to senior leadership, including the CAO and CFO
• Partner closely with Trading, Risk, FP&A, and Finance teams to ensure accurate identification and reporting of derivative and other complex transactions
• Act as key liaison with external auditors to resolve accounting matters and maintain compliance
• Support the Assistant Controller and broader accounting leadership on financial reporting, intercompany transactions, and consolidations
• Lead staff development, mentoring, and departmental process improvements
Ideal Candidate Profile:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required
• 8+ years of professional experience with prior senior management experience
• Big 4 or national public accounting firm experience at the Manager or Senior Manager level STRONGLY preferred
• Strong understanding of commodity derivatives and technical accounting
• Proven ability to research and document complex accounting topics and transactions
• Previous supervisory experience required
• Strong executive-level communication skills and ability to present technical matters clearly
• Growth-oriented mindset with interest in progressing into an Assistant Controller path
Compensation & Benefits:
• Target base compensation range of $150K–$165K + 20% bonus target (flexible based on experience)
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Competitive 401(k) with company match and pension plan
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and annual vacation incentive
• 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off and one work-from-home day per week
• On-site amenities including gym, covered parking, cafeteria, health clinic, and credit union
• Tuition assistance, dependent scholarships, employee discounts, and leadership development programs
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Korn Ferry shall provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified candidates, and will refer candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis. Artificial Intelligence tools may be used in connection with the recruitment process for this position.
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