Accounting Analyst III

Williams•Houston, TX

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Williams, we’re powering a cleaner, more connected future, and that starts with you. Here, your work fuels communities, drives innovation, and helps deliver reliable energy the world depends on. Join a Fortune 500 team that invests in your growth, values your contributions, and challenges you to make a lasting impact every day. As an Accounting Analyst III based in Houston, Texas, you will provide accounting expertise by compiling, analyzing, and interpreting financial information that supports business and leadership decision-making. This role ensures compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements while serving as a resource to internal and external customers. You will also identify opportunities to improve processes through technology, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and cost effectiveness.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related major with a strong accounting focus
A minimum of four (4) years of accounting experience in the energy industry
Analyze monthly activity and volume fluctuations and explain variances
Understand and comply with SOX controls and related requirements
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial acumen
Demonstrate strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills while fostering effective collaboration across teams and departments with a commitment to safety
Ability to work overtime during critical month-end and quarter-end closing and reporting periods
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Nice To Haves

CPA
Knowledge of U.S. GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)
Experience in revenue accounting

Responsibilities

Performs assigned month-end activities including journal entries, account reconciliations, management reporting, SEC reporting, and variance analysis
Prepares, maintains, and develops schedules, reports, and analyses for internal and external customers
Provides requested documentation and clear explanations to support audit activities
Participates in small projects with minimal supervision and serves as a resource for less experienced colleagues
Processes and analyzes significant volumes of financial and operational data, transactions, and issues
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Strong pay plus an annual incentive program
Hybrid work for most office roles, plus real flexibility in many field positions
Medical, dental, and vision coverage with options that fit your life, not the other way around
401(k) with company match and an annual company contribution
Paid time off, including company and floating holidays
Paid parental leave (up to six weeks per parent), plus fertility and adoption support
Advanced AI tools and resources to help level up and work smarter
Clear paths to grow your career, with a strong culture of promoting from within
Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education
HSA and FSA options
Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
Employee stock purchase plan
Domestic partner benefits
Employee resource groups, wellness support, paid volunteer time, and company matching for causes you care about