Accountant II

What We Are Looking For

The Finance organization is seeking an experienced analyst to support duplicate invoice recovery activities paid to our vendors through internal reporting and bi-annual audit. The candidate should be comfortable with assisting employees throughout Kinder Morgan with re-processing invoices, recovering credits and researching. They also need to be proficient in PowerBi, PowerQuery, SQL, VBA, and MS Office products to assist with the reporting needs of the department.

Success in this role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively communicate complex processes while delivering exceptional customer service. The candidate must be able to work independently and collaboratively and adapt to changing business needs.

We offer a hybrid schedule (Monday-Wednesday in office, Thursday-Friday remote).

What You Will Do

• Assist employees with questions about re-processing invoices or credits
• Maintain the APStatement mailbox
• Work within Ariba IM and Lawson to:
• Resolve issues with invoices stuck in reconciling status in Ariba
• Resolve issues in Lawson for exceptions from Ariba
• Assist with reporting needs
• Assist with development and design of new AP systems
• Assist with any testing updates in current AP systems
• Meet month end/year end deadlines
• Additional duties as needed by management

What You Need

Educational Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, MIS, CIS, or any closely related discipline is required.

Experience

• 3-5 years of related work experience is strongly preferred.

Position Requirements

• Proficient with business systems: Lawson, Ariba IM, Ariba SLP, PowerBi, PowerQuery, SQL Report Writer, VBA, Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams)
• Strong computer skills
• High level of detail skills used to research/analyze data and troubleshoot issues through to resolution
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to follow Accounts Payable procedures and guidelines which include our SOX controls
• High level of patience when training or working with coworkers
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to adapt to changes as determined by upper management
• Some overtime may be required during month/year end
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, prioritize work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow rules
• Ability to maintain high quality of work with little direct supervision
• Position may be filled at various levels depending on the job skills and experience of the successful candidate.

Why Join Kinder Morgan

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.