Accountant Senior I-II job at Kinder Morgan in Houston, TX
Title: Accountant Sr I/II
Location: Houston United States
Job ID #: 31042
Functional Area: Accounting
Position Type: Full Time
Experience Required: 5 - 7 Years
Relocation Provided: No
Education Required: Bachelors Degree
Job ID #: 31042
Job Description:
Position Description
The position will be filled commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Senior Accountant to support both Accounts Receivable (AR) and General Ledger (GL) functions. This hybrid role is ideal for a finance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys solving problems, and is comfortable working across teams and systems. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring accurate reporting, timely completion of tasks, and effective system support.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounts Receivable:
Support daily cash application and month-end AR close processes.
Research and resolve unapplied credits and payments.
Assist segment accounting teams with AR uploads into the accounting system.
Perform balance sheet reconciliations and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
Participate in AR-related testing and development for new software or system upgrades.
Create and maintain databases and queries in Microsoft Access.
Maintain SOX compliance and assist with internal/external audit requests.
General Ledger:
Review and approve account activation/inactivation requests in accordance with coding guidelines.
Maintain and update general ledger components within the accounting system, including account and subaccount combinations.
Support internal systems: respond to user inquiries, provide training, and troubleshoot issues.
Upload and post journal entries, resolve general ledger system and coding errors, and clear suspense accounts.
Run reports and write queries for data analysis and ad hoc requests.
Coordinate semi-annual security and segregation of duties reviews.
Assist with special projects and cross-functional initiatives as needed.
Position Requirements
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
5-7 years of experience in accounts receivable and/or general accounting.
Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
Experience with ERP systems; Lawson experience preferred.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced) and Microsoft Access or similar query tool.
Ability to write and understand intermediate SQL queries is a plus.
Skills & Competencies:
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Self-motivated and capable of working independently and collaboratively.
Strong customer service orientation and ability to interact across all organizational levels.
Willingness to work overtime during peak periods (e.g., month-end close).
Kinder Morgan, Inc. offers employees a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits offered for this position may include the following: 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.
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Location: Houston United States
Job ID #: 31042
Functional Area: Accounting
Position Type: Full Time
Experience Required: 5 - 7 Years
Relocation Provided: No
Education Required: Bachelors Degree
Job ID #: 31042
Job Description:
Position Description
The position will be filled commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Senior Accountant to support both Accounts Receivable (AR) and General Ledger (GL) functions. This hybrid role is ideal for a finance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys solving problems, and is comfortable working across teams and systems. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring accurate reporting, timely completion of tasks, and effective system support.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounts Receivable:
Support daily cash application and month-end AR close processes.
Research and resolve unapplied credits and payments.
Assist segment accounting teams with AR uploads into the accounting system.
Perform balance sheet reconciliations and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
Participate in AR-related testing and development for new software or system upgrades.
Create and maintain databases and queries in Microsoft Access.
Maintain SOX compliance and assist with internal/external audit requests.
General Ledger:
Review and approve account activation/inactivation requests in accordance with coding guidelines.
Maintain and update general ledger components within the accounting system, including account and subaccount combinations.
Support internal systems: respond to user inquiries, provide training, and troubleshoot issues.
Upload and post journal entries, resolve general ledger system and coding errors, and clear suspense accounts.
Run reports and write queries for data analysis and ad hoc requests.
Coordinate semi-annual security and segregation of duties reviews.
Assist with special projects and cross-functional initiatives as needed.
Position Requirements
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
5-7 years of experience in accounts receivable and/or general accounting.
Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
Experience with ERP systems; Lawson experience preferred.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced) and Microsoft Access or similar query tool.
Ability to write and understand intermediate SQL queries is a plus.
Skills & Competencies:
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Self-motivated and capable of working independently and collaboratively.
Strong customer service orientation and ability to interact across all organizational levels.
Willingness to work overtime during peak periods (e.g., month-end close).
Kinder Morgan, Inc. offers employees a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits offered for this position may include the following: 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.
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