Financial Accountant III - Payroll

Job Type:

Regular

Plains All American is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil and natural gas liquids (NGLs). We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key crude oil and NGL producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. On average, Plains handles more than 6 million barrels per day of crude oil and NGL in its Transportation segment. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

We are looking for highly-motivated individuals who enjoy working as part of a team in a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment.

Position Summary

Position will be responsible for payroll, taxes, and benefits accounting including technical issues research and documentation, account reconciliation package compilation and review, and various special projects within the Financial Accounting group. Includes annual budget process and payroll forecasting responsibilities. Position will also assist with the preparation of various federal and state regulatory filings. Position will interact with the entire accounting group as well as operations, payroll, human resources, and executive management. There will be limited interaction with joint venture partners. Position will report to the Financial Accounting Manager.

The selected candidate will be eligible for company benefits including Medical/Dental/Vision, vacation time off, and free parking. Additionally, this position comes with the option of a hybrid work schedule, combining working in our Houston office with working remotely.

Primary Responsibilities

• Understand payroll processes and related accounting

• Provide payroll and payroll-related information to operations and accounting personnel for the completion of the annual budget

• Assist with forecasting payroll-related costs on an as needed basis

• Ensure propriety of allocated costs including salaries, benefits and taxes

• Liaise with Payroll/Human Resources Department(s)

• Variance/flux analysis for monthly management meeting materials

• Journal entry preparation

• Technical issues research and other ad hoc research

• Account reconciliation compilation, review, and tie-out

• Special projects as needed for accounting or the HR/Payroll group

• Process improvement evaluation and implementation

• Support for financial reporting, tax and internal/external auditors

Education and Experience Requirements

• Accounting degree

• CPA preferred

• Ability to balance work flow and complete assigned functions under time constraints

• 4+ years of accounting and/or public accounting experience

• Familiarity with payroll processes and controls including benefits and payroll taxes is a plus

• Midstream oil and gas experience a plus

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills

• Oracle R12 or later experience is a plus

Personal Attributes and Position Requirements

• Understands the sensitive nature of payroll information and conducts themselves accordingly

• Experience handling multiple projects and managing priorities

• Capable of establishing effective working relationships that promote teamwork and collaboration

• Ability to assist with strategic development and execution of financial accounting projects

• Well-developed analytical skills and experience

• Ability to understand and convey complex information in order to develop a solution or approach

• Effective in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, adapting to and managing change in a positive and proactive manner

• Self-directed, motivated and results-driven approach to work, with the ability to meet deadlines

• Ability to independently develop innovative solutions to problems/challenges as they arise

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Effective interaction with individuals at all levels within the organization

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks

• Compliance with the Company's drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment D&A testing

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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.

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.

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