Lead Cost & Capital Accountant

Alyeska Pipeline Service Company • Kent, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Accountabilities and Specific Requirements: Fuel Your Career with Purpose – Join Us as an Accountant in the Energy Pipeline Industry! Are you ready to bring your accounting expertise to a company that fuels communities and drives progress? We’re seeking a detail-oriented, motivated Accountant to join our high-performing team in the energy pipeline transportation sector—where precision and reliability are everything. At Alyeska Pipeline, we continuously pursue our mission to be the premier midstream operating company, delivering TAPS 100. In this role, you’ll be at the financial heart of our operations, supporting our mission to move oil in a safe, reliable, and responsible manner for our customers, employees, and other stakeholders. You’ll prepare and maintain financial records and transactions, prepare quarterly and annual reports, and ensure compliance with industry-specific accounting standards and regulations. Your work will provide value in supporting strategic decisions that will ensure the integrity and sustainability of our vital infrastructure.

Requirements

• Strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of accounting principles
• Experience or interest in energy, utilities, or infrastructure sectors
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to operational excellence
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Knowledge of financial management principles and economic analysis
• Understanding of regulatory and compliance frameworks
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams
• Proficiency in financial systems, data analysis tools, and reporting platforms
• Strong planning, organization, and time management capabilities
• Commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
• 3 years of progressive accounting experience, including fixed assets (PP&E), project and construction accounting, and capital vs. expense determinations.
• Proven ability to support cost tracking, variance analysis, and capital project reporting while ensuring compliance with GAAP.
• Working knowledge of general ledger accounting, external financial reporting, and internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR)
• Strong technical knowledge in general accounting functions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications and/or various enterprise applications and reporting platforms

Nice To Haves

• Highly proficient in the use of enterprise applications (such as Oracle Financials, Power BI, etc.)
• 5 years of progressive accounting experience
• Experience mentoring or supporting team members in a collaborative environment
• Equivalent of experience may substitute for the bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis

Responsibilities

• Handle and maintain financial data related to our pipeline operations, maintenance, and capital projects
• Support the full project accounting lifecycle, including project setup, cost tracking, accruals, and closeout to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Maintain capital asset records by assisting with assets placed in service, monitoring CIP balances, and supporting proper classification and retirement of fixed assets
• Apply company policies and accounting standards (GAAP/FERC) to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with capitalization and AFE requirements
• Track project spending against budgets/AFEs, review variances, and highlight discrepancies for follow-up
• Prepare monthly WIP accruals and assist in ensuring proper cutoff and completeness of project costs
• Participate in month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring timely and accurate processing
• Support internal and external audits through data gathering, documentation, and reconciliations
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve accounting issues and improve processes
• Assist in researching accounting guidance and documenting conclusions for specific transactions
• Follow internal controls and company policies, identifying opportunities for process improvement

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one
• FSA
• eligible to participate in 401(k) on day one, with 7% company match after one year
• pension eligibility starting day one, with 1-year vesting
• annual bonus potential
• wellness reimbursement
• EAP
• paid parental leave
• educational assistance
• vacation and sick leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level