Position: Accounting Analyst II- Natural Gas
Position Type: W2 Contract
Position Location: Houston, TX
Responsible for accuracy and timeliness of natural gas transactions; including transportation, storage, and physical purchase/sale transactions. Assist in reporting to Management the business results with analysis and explanation of all significant variances from plan. Take the lead in solving problems.

Job Description:

• Assist in the monthly accounting and closing cycle, including ensuring all current month transactions are accurately recorded, account analysis and reconciliation procedures
• Ensure that transactions are recorded in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and company policies
• Ensure all balance sheet items are valid and supportable
• Accrue transactions on an estimate basis and true up upon receipts of actual data as needed
• Process sale and purchase transactions of natural gas for assigned assets accurately and timely
• Pay commodity and transportation invoices accurately and timely
• Foster a strong relationship with the Commercial organization and clearly communicate financial and operating results to that organization
• Ensure all applicable regulatory reporting requirements are met with timeliness and accuracy
• Provide assistance and information for internal and external audits
• Complete quarterly and annual regulatory reporting
• Participate in testing for system implementations and updates

Basic/Required:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Preferred:

• 5 + years' experience in accounting/finance role
• Proficient (perform the skill with limited assistance) with SAP, Excel, Outlook, Allegro
• Strong organizational skills, the ability to multi-task effectively and resolve issues in an accurate and efficient manner