Operational Accountant, Sr

Primary Purpose

The Senior Operational Accountant’s primary responsibility is to assist the Manager in preparing flash files, monthly billing, gross margin analysis, regulatory (FERC, EIA and state agencies) and GAAP reporting. The essential responsibility of the department is to provide accounting and analysis for gross margin for the crude segment.

• Prepare adjusting close journal entries, including but not limited to:
  Revenue Accruals, Expense Accruals, Deferred Revenue.
• Analyze balance sheets and income statements monthly for accuracy.
• Assist the Accounting Manager with monthly, quarterly and yearly gross margin analysis.
• Responsible for certain monthly invoicing processes.
• Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations and maintain supporting schedules.
• Support internal and external auditors by preparing data requests as needed.
• Assist Accounting Manager with preparation of yearly budgets and monthly flash reports.
• Prepare state and federal reporting filed with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) quarterly and annually.
• Assist Accounting Manager in enhancing business processes within the department.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant Accounting Standards.
• Complete ad-hoc tasks as required.
• Assure adherence to applicable customer and supplier contract terms.
• Interact with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders with tact, courtesy, and professionalism.
• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.
• Will work non-traditional hours as needed.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the public.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience actively involved in a relevant and related role.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience with oil and gas accounting.
• Fundamental understanding of accounting and financial principles.
• Advanced understanding and demonstrated ability with computerized accounting systems, financial modeling, budgets, operating analysis, and management reporting.
• Previous experience with SOX controls and processes.
• Intermediate - Advanced level in MS Office applications including Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).

• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Fundamental understanding of monthly financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flows).
• Ability and desire to develop advanced skills and processes.
• Attention to detail is critical.
• Dependable with a stable work history.
• Consistent ability to meet deadlines.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, verbal and written.
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, and follow work rules.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and/or holidays as needed.

All the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Hands-on tasks such as typing; frequent fine motor activities; occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.

• Required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
• Drug screen and background…