Manager, Financial Reporting - CF Industries

At CF Industries, our mission is to provide clean energy to feed and fuel the world sustainably. Our employees are focused on safe and reliable operations, environmental stewardship, and disciplined capital and corporate management. By joining CF, you will be part of a team that brings their varied experiences, wide-ranging knowledge and diverse talents together to deliver important work and you’ll be able to pursue complex, exciting opportunities that help you continue to grow and achieve your potential in different areas. You’ll take pride in working for a company that lives its values and where you can be yourself at work, as part of an authentic team that encourages you to share your views and opinions. Our eight manufacturing complexes in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, an unparalleled storage, transportation and distribution network in North America, and logistics capabilities enabling a global reach underpin our strategy to leverage our unique capabilities to accelerate the world’s transition to clean energy. Function: Finance & Accounting Job Summary: The following job description is intended to include various matters that would be assigned to a Manager of Financial Reporting. Since there could be multiple individuals that hold this title, this is a general job description and not all of the items in this description may be applicable to one individual person. The incumbent will manage the preparation of financial statements, disclosures and related SEC filings, manage technical accounting research and participate in the accounting for certain technical areas such as derivatives, leases, pensions or stock-based compensation. The role serves as a subject matter expert on the requirements of the SEC, FASB and similar organizations. Analyzes the accounting impact of new rules, business practices, business events and developments, helps coordinate their implementations and assists with development of policies and procedures to ensure compliance. Job Description: Job Responsibilities: Matrix Responsibilities Provides leadership, guidance, coaching, and process oversight for financial reporting and certain areas within corporate accounting of the corporate controller’s group Provides direction to individuals regarding the overall matters that pertain to the financial reporting group Empowers and grants the proper level of responsibility and authority for others to learn, grow into new responsibilities and make proper decisions to obtain the overall department objectives Demonstrates the highest level of integrity and trust in all aspects of the job by working continually towards self-development, staying abreast of all current information and technology, and be knowledgeable with the regulatory governing bodies affecting functional areas to increase innovation and ensure compliance Promotes the corporate controller’s group by developing strong relationships between department members and other CF departments through a high degree of communication across management Promotes the matrix organizational structure, including cross communication, and encourages cross involvement between people and groups Financial Statements and Disclosures Manages the preparation of SEC filings related to CF’s financial statements and results of operations, including the annual 10-K, quarterly 10-Qs and periodic 8-Ks for earnings releases and other required events. Includes the preparation of financial statements and disclosures in accordance with the requirements of authoritative organizations such as the SEC, FASB and IASB Supervises the updating and maintenance of CF’s lease system in order to develop disclosures of lease obligations including collection of information from operating departments, reviewing lease contracts and analysis of expense or capitalization Manages all accounting requirements related to CF’s benefit plans including financial statements and other matters Preparation of financial statements for certain domestic and foreign subsidiaries Compliance and Audit Monitors the development of new and revised reporting rules and regulations and maintains a working knowledge of all accounting and reporting pronouncements of the SEC, FASB and similar organizations. Responsible for analyzing the accounting, reporting and disclosure impact of pronouncements; while assisting with implementation, and supporting the development of policies and procedures for compliance Performs research and analysis of specific business developments and reporting issues as they arise, summarizing results for management including potential joint ventures and due diligence efforts related to potential acquisitions Technical Accounting Areas Responsible for, or assists, as needed, with the accounting for certain areas that have significant technical accounting ramifications such as stock-based compensation, derivatives, leases, retirement benefits and deferred compensation plans Supports periodic calculations of basic and diluted earnings per share including required EPS disclosures Other Areas Provides assistance to Senior Management throughout the Company on various projects, as required Develop greater analyses skills across the finance team Initiates, researches and documents improvements to current methods and procedures Performs or directs the performance of special projects as assigned Investigates and implements process changes to promote internal controls to efficiently process department transactions and other responsibilities Internal Controls Understands and complies with established departmental processes and procedures designed to support internal controls efforts. Identifies and brings to the attention of department management internal control deficiencies Successful incumbents will have: Bachelors degree in Accounting. CPA certification. At least 8 to 10 years of work experience in a combination of public accounting and private industry, including 3 to 5 years of substantial reporting experience. Well-rounded knowledge of financial reporting rules and regulations, and the ability to apply business and financial concepts. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Experience with SAP systems a plus. Ability to work effectively with all levels of management in a deadline-oriented environment. Excellent oral and written communication skills Position Scope/Contribution: An individual in this position will participate as a key member of the Financial Reporting team that will contribute to the company's ability to anticipate and respond to changing and increasingly complex public company accounting and reporting requirements. What We Offer: You’ll enjoy competitive compensation, consisting of base pay plus an incentive program available to all full-time employees, and a comprehensive benefits package including high-quality healthcare options, a well-being incentive program, 401k, life and disability insurance, generous time off (with time off to volunteer) and much more! Additionally, we offer several Flexible Work Arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance. You will be part of a team that brings their varied experiences, wide-ranging knowledge and diverse talents together to deliver important work, and you’ll be able to pursue complex, exciting opportunities that help you continue to grow and achieve your potential in different areas. You’ll take pride in working for a company that lives its values and gain a sense of fulfillment. CF Industries is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. Employees in the US can learn more about their rights by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster (PDF) and others as detailed below: Pay Transparency https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf FMLA: https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf Employee Polygraph Protection Act https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdf Employees in Canada can learn more about their rights by viewing the “Canadian Human Rights Act”. If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at CF Industries, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call 847-405-2400 or contact us at cfhire@cfindustries.com. JOIN OUR TALENT NETWORK We are a global leader in transforming natural gas into nitrogen. The chemical processes we use ensure we have the nitrogen we need to support life on earth - from fertilizer that feeds the crops that feed the world to products that remove harmful emissions from industrial activities. We are always seeking bright, ethical and resourceful professionals that have achieved a high level of success in their respective fields. Individuals who want to be a part of a strong, financially secure company; who believe in our values, are committed to what we do, and embrace our future. At CF Industries we take great pride in who we are, what we do and the talented people that work for us. Our values extend to our employment and hiring practices. We are committed to doing it right for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. We believe that We do it Right. We do it Well. We execute as a Team. We take a long term view.