Supervisor-Accountant Fixed Assets

Primary Purpose JOB DESCRIPTION

Collaborate with corporate accounting, planning and analysis, and project managers to facilitate the timely closeout of projects and accurate transfer of Construction in Progress to various fixed asset accounts. Prepare subledger entries to establish assets and depreciation in the fixed assets module, including driving appropriate depreciation calculations.

Responsibilities Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Month-End Close & Accounting

- Oversee asset additions, capitalization, transfers, retirements/disposals, and impairments in accordance with company policy and U.S. GAAP & FERC requirements

- Create, maintain and improve monthly accounting work papers in support of month-end and quarter-end activities

- Reconcile and review various general ledger and fixed asset accounts

- Ensure proper classification of assets for appropriate useful lives and depreciation methods

- Maintain and update capitalization and fixed asset policies

- Responsible for preparation and/or review of audit schedules as well as other analyses for the year-end audit, including coordination with external and internal auditors

Project Accounting & Review

- Review project AFEs and assess for appropriate accounting and project set up

- Review and provide guidance to project teams related to the capitalization of projects and AFEs

- Serves as a subject matter expert and a point of contact for the Oracle Fusion Fixed Asset Module, Oracle Fusion Project Module, Project set up, Project closure, and fixed asset policies and procedures

- Setup, review, and adjust capitalized interest and capital overhead rates applied to projects

- Coordinate with key stakeholders to ensure project set up and close out accuracy, collaborating to ensure accurate accounting and date placed in service

Other

- Responsible for the coaching and performance management of any direct reports.

- Perform generally varied and complex accounting-oriented duties in support of fixed assets requirements with minimal direction

- Develops and maintains strong and positive relationships and open communication with team members and internal/external stakeholders.

- Deals with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism.

- Provides support for inquiries and special requests from management, auditors and others.

- Ensures compliance with internal control environment.

- Speaks clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills and active listening.

- Maintains a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.

- Will work non-traditional hours as needed.

- Maintains a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.

- Other daily, weekly, monthly or special project duties as identified and defined.

- Contribute to non-routine projects as needed

- Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Accounting or a related discipline.

Experience/Specific Knowledge

- A minimum of 3-5 years of previous accounting experience; may be supplemented with experience with oil and gas industry construction and engineering projects.

- Understanding the accounting and reporting of transactions involving natural gas processing, transportation and storage.

- Must have a fundamental understanding of GAAP.

- General understanding and demonstrated ability with computerized accounting systems, operations analysis.

- Intermediate proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Competencies, Skills & Abilities

- Excellent communication and presentation skills, verbal and written.

- Capable of working independently and with limited supervision.

- Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.

- Must be very detailed oriented, self-motivated, a team player and able to work on/handle multiple projects at the same time.

- Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.

- Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.

- Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.

- Ability to organize and prioritize daily work.

- Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets; position will be filled depending on qualifications, experience and skill sets of the successful candidate.

Physical Demands

All of the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

- Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting up to 25 lbs.

- Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.

- Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.

- The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and listen. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions

- May be required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.

- The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including credit reports for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

Supervisory Responsibility

- Yes

Preferred Education, Experience, Certifications, Competencies, Skills, & Abilities

Above the minimum requirements, not required but advantageous in this position:

- Prior experience with financial reporting and preparation of financial statements.

- Prior use and experience with Oracle Financial Cloud or other cloud-based ERP preferred.

- Knowledge of FERC Regulations

Compensation

- The annual salary range for this position will be $105,400-$158,200/yr.

Other Responsibilities

- The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.

About Us

Tallgrass was named one of the 2023 Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado's Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life.

At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.

- Industry competitive pay

- Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts

- Infertility Coverage

- Parental Leave

- 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%

- Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources

- Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage

- Critical Illness & Accident Insurance

- Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off

- Identity theft protection

- Annual discretionary bonus

- Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program

- Company-paid holidays and floating holidays

- Company vehicle (if applicable)

- Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more

- Networking and employee engagement events

- Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests

Application Deadline:

Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.

Compensation

: Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Notice to External Search Firms

: Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass's request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.

EEO Statement:

Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.