Accountant Sr I/II

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

- 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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