Staff Accountant - Commodity
Houston, TX 
Share
Posted 30 days ago
Job Description

Primary Purpose

This position is responsible for the accounting of commodity transactions in support of Sempra Infrastructure business units. This consist of validating & confirming energy transactions within the trade capture system, Endur (OpenLink) along with preparing related billing statements. Responsibilities includes month-end accounting, management & regulatory reporting, developing standard operating procedures for related tasks, and this candidate will also serve as the back-up for Team members within Back Office.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Prepare and support monthly close process with appropriate reporting, journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations.
  • Participate in monthly commodity reconciliation to ensure compliance with contract terms. This includes validating pricing terms, product types, and point of delivery and receipt locations.
  • Complete commodity settlement process through third party confirmations, preparing billing statements, and facilitating payment requests. This includes trade discrepancy resolution with internal and external parties and ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Provide support for monthly/quarterly/annual regulatory reporting requirements to ensure compliance with various governing agencies (i.e. DOE, EIA, EPA, & FERC). This includes support of the SOX compliance and audit requirements.
  • Implement settlement process for new contracts and/or projects as business dictates.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related business administration field.
  • 3+ years' experience in professional accounting, finance, economic or equivalent training and/or Experience
  • Knowledge of the natural gas market and settlement process is highly desired.
  • Advanced-level knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Strong spreadsheet skills.
  • Must have the ability to identify issues, analyze data, develop, recommend, and implement solutions.
  • Must possess initiative, decision-making skills and problem-solving abilities.
  • Must be able to work in team environment and effectively interact with others both internal & external customers.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Strong attention to details and able to work with large amounts of data, with technical skills to summarize,
  • confirm and reconcile its accuracy.
  • Ability to convey technical information in a clear and concise manner to various level of management.
  • A willingness to put forth additional effort and work extra hours when critical projects arise or as necessary.
  • Ability to muti-task and be flexible and able to switch quickly from one project to another when dictated by business need.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Endur trade capture system and energy industry experience with a Working knowledge of commodity settlements.
  • Experience with accounting systems and knowledge of the month-end accounting close process.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • Ability to read, write and speak Spanish.

HYBRID: Work a combination of onsite and remote days each week, typically 2-3 days per week.
Accounting/Finance
Full-time
$68,000.00
$85,000.00
$102,000.00

Note: The Company strives to ensure that employees are paid equitably and competitively. Starting salaries may vary based on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, and education.

Sempra Infrastructure offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond base salary. This position is eligible for an annual performance-based incentive (bonus) as well as merit-based recognition. Company benefits include health and welfare (medical, dental, vision), employer contributions to retirement benefits, life insurance, paid time off, as well as other company offerings such as tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and employee assistance programs.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
3+ years
Email this Job to Yourself or a Friend
Indicates required fields