Sr Accountant

Western Midstream•The Woodlands, TX

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Western Midstream is seeking a Midstream Senior Accountant to collaborate primarily with producers, commercial development, operations, and auditors on midstream producer allocations and settlements. The role supports assigned midstream assets through accounting, reporting, analysis, contract review, and customer inquiries. The position follows a hybrid schedule: in the office Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, and remote Wednesday and Friday. Monday through Thursday are nine-hour workdays, and Friday is a four-hour workday. The position is not eligible for relocation, and no travel is required. Western Midstream offers a competitive compensation package and potential for professional development and growth.

Requirements

At least 3 years of previous accounting experience.
Experience in the oil and gas industry is required; midstream experience is preferred.
Knowledge and understanding of midstream accounting.
Strong analytical and research skills, attention to detail, ability to multitask, and ability to work toward tight deadlines.
Ability to interact effectively and use influencing skills with all levels of the organization and external representatives.
Flexible work attitude and ability to manage changing priorities successfully.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with employees and managers across the organization and with external auditors and producers.
Advanced knowledge of analyzing complex problems and recommending solutions.
Initiative in advising and updating management and colleagues on significant matters.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.

Nice To Haves

Midstream experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform plant allocations and producer settlements for midstream assets.
Record revenues, cost of product, and revenue recognition entries related to assigned assets.
Prepare operational financial summaries capturing revenues, cost of product, volumes, pricing, operating expenses, and variance explanations.
Perform account reconciliations.
Perform financial variance analysis.
Coordinate and lead projects, and recommend and implement efficiencies to streamline processes.
Work with operations and commercial development to stay informed about physical flow changes and contract changes related to assigned assets.
Review producer contracts to ensure revenues and costs are accounted for correctly.
Prepare monthly plant settlement reports and regulatory reports.
Assist with internal and external customer inquiries, including inquiries from auditors and producers.