Accounting Analyst II - Regulatory Reporting

Williams is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected under applicable discrimination law.

Do something that means something at Williams. This isn’t just a job - it’s an opportunity to explore and discover your passion with coworkers who become friends and mentors who push you to be your best self in and out of the office. At Williams, we make clean energy happen. And you can too, so bring your energy to ours.

 

As an Accounting Analyst II - Regulatory Reporting, you will support core accounting and financial reporting functions by compiling, analyzing, and interpreting financial data to inform business decisions. This role also focuses on identifying opportunities to improve processes through automation and technology, driving efficiency and cost effectiveness.

 

Your work will challenge you, and with our Core Values to guide you, you’ll quickly learn and grow with us.

 

Responsibilities / Expectations

• Perform month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and variance analysis

• Support regulated financial reporting, including monthly close, quarterly, and year-end processes

• Prepare and maintain schedules, reports, and analyses for internal and external stakeholders

• Provide clear documentation and explanations to support internal and external audits

• Analyze large data sets to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for process improvement and automation

• Participate in projects and serve as a resource to team members with less experience

• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial information

• Perform other duties as assigned

Education / Years of Experience

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with a strong accounting focus and a minimum of two (2) years of accounting experience in the energy industry

• Preferred: Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Additional Requirements

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to safety

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial skills

• Effective communication and collaboration across teams

• Ability to work outside normal business hours during peak periods (e.g., quarter-end)

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with U.S. GAAP

• Experience with FERC regulatory accounting and financial reporting

• Experience with regulatory accounting practices

• Experience with Oracle ERP or similar systems, Workiva, and Power BI

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