Pipeline Accountant

Plains All American•Houston, TX

13d

About The Position

Plains is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil. We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key oil producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas. We’re on the lookout for passionate self‑starters who thrive in fast‑moving, collaborative, and innovative environments. The selected candidate will be eligible for company benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), and Free Parking. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Operational Accounting/Volume Management Manage shipper interest, shipper volume allocations in coordination with pipeline schedulers, shippers, operators, producers and pipeline companies Manage retroactive adjustments to prior nominations and/or tickets Assist in gathering and analyzing measurement data collected to process system inventory, loss/gains and trends Revenue Management Generate and distribute shipper statements and invoices Initiate business close for pipeline systems Verify oracle entries generated by the pipeline computer system via invoicing, and supplemental schedules Reconcile outstanding shipper accounts receivable balances and follow-up for collection Analyze revenue and volume actual data vs. guidance Customer Management Pro-actively investigate and resolve ticket, volume and revenue problems during the month before close Interact with customers to resolve issues and concerns Develop and maintain good working relations with other departments, pipeline schedulers, shippers, operators, producers and pipeline companies Financial Reporting Management Develop and/or update financial, governmental, and quarterly/annual statistical reports to meet the business requirements Generate supporting files for FERC reporting quarterly and annually Develop and/or update monthly reporting schedules for financial reporting (10K-Q) and internal use (monthly meeting materials) Special Projects Working with various departments, as needed, to execute special projects Monitoring action items and project deliverables in conjunction with stated deadlines Technical accounting interpretation and documentation as needed Assistance in accounting standard implementation projects KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: Must be able to multitask and meet deadlines Must be a team player and responsible individual who takes initiative/ownership in all areas of work Ability to work extended work hours as needed Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Advanced level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel required EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Mathematics, Finance or Accounting required Experience in pipeline or energy industry preferred Knowledge of computer systems and programs such as Oracle, Adobe, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Visio, and VMACS pipeline computer system experience is a plus Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks Compliance with the Company’s drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment D&A testing. This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of their employment #Plains 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 are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting [email protected]. 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. By submitting your resume, you consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of the personal information provided during the application and selection process. Learn more. At Plains, our vision is to become the premier crude oil and marketing company in the United States and Canada by providing the utmost in value-added services to our customers, and in doing so, delivering superior returns to our stakeholders. Our people are analytical, connected, creative, entrepreneurial and passionate about everything they do. We rely on our Core Values and beliefs to inspire and guide our team. These values include: Safety and Environmental Stewardship: We conduct our business in a manner that is safe for our employees, business partners, communities and the environment. Ownership and Accountability: We take ownership of our actions and are accountable to each other and our stakeholders, including the communities where we live and work. Respect, Fairness, and Inclusion: We treat each other with respect and fairness, and are committed to an inclusive workplace. Ethics and Integrity: We do the right thing, obey the law and act with the highest levels of honesty, ethics and integrity. Teamwork: We foster a collaborative environment and work together to achieve our goals. Entrepreneurship and Innovation: We are a nimble team that develops and implements creative solutions that deliver value for our stakeholders and drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

Must be able to multitask and meet deadlines
Must be a team player and responsible individual who takes initiative/ownership in all areas of work
Ability to work extended work hours as needed
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Advanced level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel required
Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Mathematics, Finance or Accounting required
Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks
Compliance with the Company’s drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment D&A testing
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of their employment

Nice To Haves

Experience in pipeline or energy industry preferred
Knowledge of computer systems and programs such as Oracle, Adobe, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Visio, and VMACS pipeline computer system experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Manage shipper interest, shipper volume allocations in coordination with pipeline schedulers, shippers, operators, producers and pipeline companies
Manage retroactive adjustments to prior nominations and/or tickets
Assist in gathering and analyzing measurement data collected to process system inventory, loss/gains and trends
Generate and distribute shipper statements and invoices
Initiate business close for pipeline systems
Verify oracle entries generated by the pipeline computer system via invoicing, and supplemental schedules
Reconcile outstanding shipper accounts receivable balances and follow-up for collection
Analyze revenue and volume actual data vs. guidance
Pro-actively investigate and resolve ticket, volume and revenue problems during the month before close
Interact with customers to resolve issues and concerns
Develop and maintain good working relations with other departments, pipeline schedulers, shippers, operators, producers and pipeline companies
Develop and/or update financial, governmental, and quarterly/annual statistical reports to meet the business requirements
Generate supporting files for FERC reporting quarterly and annually
Develop and/or update monthly reporting schedules for financial reporting (10K-Q) and internal use (monthly meeting materials)
Working with various departments, as needed, to execute special projects
Monitoring action items and project deliverables in conjunction with stated deadlines
Technical accounting interpretation and documentation as needed
Assistance in accounting standard implementation projects