Plains All American Hiring for Accountant I – Financial Reporting Job at Houston, TX Full Time

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.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination and preparation of documents to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including Forms 10-Q, 10-K and 8-K
• Assist in the compilation and organization of support files for all aforementioned filings and reports
• Assist in completion of extensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL) for SEC filings
• Assist in preparation of monthly and quarterly internal financial reporting materials provided to management
• Identify material variances in financial and operational results compared to prior periods or budget and coordinate with other departments to determine variance drivers and respond to inquiries from management
• Maintain automated financial statements and other financial reports, identify irregularities or inconsistencies in reports and investigate and resolve issues
• Perform technical accounting and peer research, including reading accounting standards and other guidance and preparing memorandums documenting findings and implications

• Facilitate internal and external audit needs, including compiling and submitting support and answering inquiries
• Assist in the verification of data and communication of business performance included in the quarterly earnings press release and conference call script and presentation prepared by investor relations
• Preparation of supporting schedules and supplemental information included in the above materials or posted on the company website
• Assist and participate in special projects or ad hoc requests by management as needed
• Work overtime and be available during peak times as needed (monthly close, quarterly and year-end reporting and for special projects)

Personal Attributes and Skills

• Strong communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with various levels of staff and management
• Capable of establishing effective working relationships that promote teamwork and collaboration
• Willingness to provide support to other team members when needed to meet reporting deadlines and achieve team goals
• Excellent organizational skills with close attention to detail, including neatness and organization of work papers, while also maintaining a results-driven approach to work
• Motivated and self-directed, including the ability to independently and effectively manage assignments and work schedule
• Ability to work well under tight deadlines, including the ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments with competing deadlines

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

• Excellent critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify, research and resolve errors, irregularities and inconsistencies
• Ability to grasp and apply new concepts quickly and adept in learning and becoming proficient in new software and other technology

Education / Experience

• Bachelors or Masters degree in accounting required
• 1+ years of public accounting experience or industry accounting/reporting experience required
• Advanced level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word required
• Experience with Oracle, Markview, Cognos or similar ERP applications preferred
• Certified Public Accountant license is preferred
• Experience with extensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL) is preferred

Requirements

• Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks
• Compliance with Company’s drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment testing

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.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

By submitting your resume, you consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of the personal information provided during the application and selection process.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $54,897.36 – $99,634.78 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Houston, TX 77002: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• Public accounting: 1 year (Required)
• Accounting: 1 year (Required)
• Corporate accounting: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: One location