Lead Financial Reporting Accountant (Hybrid)

Kinder Morgan • Houston, TX

62d • Hybrid

About The Position

Lead Financial Reporting Accountant assists in the timely preparation, review and filing of Forms 10-Q, 10-K and 8-K's with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and prepares periodic financial reports for joint ventures in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and government agency financial reports. • Prepare and/or assist in preparation and review of individual and consolidated financial information for KMI's SEC Form 10-Q and Form 10-K reports, annual and quarterly GAAP financial statements: 1) trial balances; 2) balance sheets; 3) income statements; 4) cash flow statements; 5) comprehensive income statements; 6) statements of retained earnings and owners equity; 7) guarantor financial statements; 8) financial footnotes; 9) management's discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations; 10) other financial schedules, reconciliations and financial information; and 11) disclosure checklists. • Assist in filing of Forms 10-Q, 10-K and 8-K reports through Wdesk software application including XBRL tagging assignments • Document all prepared report sections and assist with review of sections prepared and documented by others to department standards to meet Sarbanes-Oxley requirements • Stay abreast of emerging accounting pronouncements and SEC reporting developments to ensure compliance, including conducting peer research, as needed. • Investigate, troubleshoot and resolve complex accounting issues, and document and present white papers for Financial Management and external auditors. • Research and draft new disclosures and review new disclosures drafted by others • Perform complex analysis of individual entity and consolidation data with Excel utilizing Lawson/Essbase/Oracle's Hyperion (HFM) inquiry tools • Perform month-end corporate level accounting reviews • Coordinate, track and drive team performance on cross-departmental projects • Contribute to reporting process improvements and lead initiatives to enhance reporting efficiency and effectiveness • Coordinate and interface with external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field is required.
• General understanding of the energy industry and familiarity with industry terminology.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in an accounting-related position with demonstrated leadership and management of SEC reporting processes.
• Extensive knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft software, including but not limited to: Excel, Access and Word.
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Highly analytical and detail oriented, with the ability to identify potential disclosure issues and determine required disclosures from applicable US GAAP accounting guidance and/or SEC regulations.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage and prioritize multiple simultaneous deadlines
• Team player with the ability to work independently
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop and maintain relationships with cross functional teams
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, including the ability to create well written financial footnotes that meet applicable disclosure requirements.
• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance, including adhering to required work schedules and working non-traditional hours as needed.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
• Other daily, weekly, monthly or special project duties as identified and defined.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or Masters in Business a plus.
• Wdesk/Workiva or equivalent experience highly desirable.
• XBRL structure and tagging experience highly desirable.
• FERC financial reporting experience highly desirable.
• Experience with Lawson financial software, particularly the G/L module.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and/or assist in preparation and review of individual and consolidated financial information for KMI's SEC Form 10-Q and Form 10-K reports, annual and quarterly GAAP financial statements
• Assist in filing of Forms 10-Q, 10-K and 8-K reports through Wdesk software application including XBRL tagging assignments
• Document all prepared report sections and assist with review of sections prepared and documented by others to department standards to meet Sarbanes-Oxley requirements
• Stay abreast of emerging accounting pronouncements and SEC reporting developments to ensure compliance, including conducting peer research, as needed.
• Investigate, troubleshoot and resolve complex accounting issues, and document and present white papers for Financial Management and external auditors.
• Research and draft new disclosures and review new disclosures drafted by others
• Perform complex analysis of individual entity and consolidation data with Excel utilizing Lawson/Essbase/Oracle's Hyperion (HFM) inquiry tools
• Perform month-end corporate level accounting reviews
• Coordinate, track and drive team performance on cross-departmental projects
• Contribute to reporting process improvements and lead initiatives to enhance reporting efficiency and effectiveness
• Coordinate and interface with external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits

Benefits

• health care benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible and Health Spending Accounts
• Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance
• Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance for employee and dependents
• retirement benefits including a 401(k) with employer and employee contributions and a company-funded pension plan
• paid time off
• paid parental bonding leave
• paid holidays
• a flexible work schedule and many voluntary benefit plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Pipeline Transportation
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees