Operational Accounting Specialist

OPERATIONAL ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST
$65,000-$70,000
Belle Vernon, PA (Hybrid)

We are seeking a detail-oriented Operational Accounting Specialist to support daily accounting operations for a growing organization in the energy and commodities industry. This individual will be responsible for analyzing daily product movements, matching transactions within an enterprise trading system, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring accurate billing and payable processing.

The ideal candidate is analytical, highly organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment that requires collaboration across departments.

This role offers the opportunity to work with trading systems, contribute to financial accuracy, and support daily and month-end accounting activities.

OVERVIEW OF THE OPERATIONAL ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST ROLE:

• Create, review, and match daily product movements within an Enterprise Trading and Risk Management (ETRM) system.
• Analyze daily accounting transaction reports to identify discrepancies, trends, and exceptions.
• Investigate and resolve automated matching exceptions in collaboration with internal teams.
• Develop, maintain, and optimize automated matching rules within the ETRM system.
• Reconcile daily delivered gallons and associated charges to ensure accurate billing of product, freight, and accessorial fees.
• Create and maintain deal records for new products, customers, and locations.
• Ensure accurate and timely generation of billing and accounts payable transactions.
• Prepare supporting documentation and transaction details for internal and external audit requests.
• Assist with month-end close activities and meet established accounting deadlines.
• Perform ad hoc reporting, analysis, and other duties as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS THE OPERATIONAL ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST ROLE:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Mathematics, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant work experience will be considered.
• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound, practical business decisions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to investigate and resolve issues.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Willingness to work flexible hours occasionally to meet business needs.