Accountant III

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Plains All American is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil and natural gas liquids (NGLs). We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key crude oil and NGL producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. On average, Plains handles more than 6 million barrels per day of crude oil and NGL in its Transportation segment. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

We are looking for highly-motivated individuals who enjoy working as part of a team in a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment.

Position Summary

Position will perform FERC reporting responsibilities, as well as create and analyze fixed assets accounting functions, processes and reporting related to Oracle Fixed Assets and Oracle Project Costing modules for Plains All American Pipeline, L.P.

Reporting Structure

This position reports to the Manager of Project Accounting and Fixed Assets. 

The selected candidate will be eligible for company benefits including Medical/Dental/Vision, vacation time off, and free parking. Additionally, this position comes with the option of a hybrid work schedule, combining working in our Houston office with working remotely.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare quarterly FERC PP&E filings and all supporting schedules

• Review Capital projects at project setup and at the time assets are placed into service to ensure compliance with the Capital Policy

• Various transactional processes and module interfaces

• Journal entry and miscellaneous transaction preparation

• Preparation and analysis of month-end results and account reconciliations

• Various fixed assets and capital projects ad-hoc reporting

• Research, investigate and resolve fixed assets and capital projects issues

• Participate in the testing of Oracle system upgrades/enhancements, especially around the Fixed Assets and Project Costing modules

• Accounting liaison for project-related requests from operations and field personnel

• Provide support for tax, FERC and other regulatory reporting

• Provide support for financial reporting and internal/external auditors

• Project exception report analysis and resolution

• Process improvement initiatives and special projects as they occur

Education and Experience Requirements

• Accounting degree

• 4+ years of accounting experience

• Either FERC accounting/reporting experience or public accounting experience required

• CPA license a plus

• Proficient with MS Office products including advanced Excel skills

• Oracle R12 experience preferred, especially the following modules:  FA, PA, GL

• Midstream oil and gas experience preferred

Position Requirements

• Experience handling multiple projects and balancing multiple priorities

• Well-developed analytical skills and experience

• Effective in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, adapting to and managing change in a positive and proactive manner

• Self-directed, motivated and results-driven approach to work

• Ability to independently develop innovative solutions to problems/challenges as they arise

• Capable of establishing effective working relationships that promote teamwork and collaboration

• Effective interaction with operations/engineering, financial reporting, regulatory reporting, internal auditors and external auditors

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks

• Compliance with the Company’s drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment D&A testing.

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At Plains, our employees are our most valuable asset. Hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep our employees safe, healthy and happy. We work hard to deliver the best results to our stakeholders and we also respect our employees need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our benefits program.

Salary details estimated by job boards such as Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn do not represent Plains’ compensation structure. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

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