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.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 

• 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.

Education:

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

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

• 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.

• Must have a 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 that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations:

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

Competencies, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.

• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

• Fundamental comprehension 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.

• Must be dependable with a stable work history.

• Consistent ability to meet deadlines.

• Exceptional organizational skills.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, verbal and written.

• Must be able to work with a team and 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

Physical Demands:

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 (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, 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.

• The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel.  The employee is required to talk and hear.  The employee is frequently required to stand and reach wi