Primary Purpose: Provide accounting and analytical support to manager of Property Accounting as well as performing property accounting functions within the department.

• Responsible for day-to-day analysis and closing of capital construction projects to plant, retirement of assets, as well as any transfer of assets.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve reconciling items on a timely basis
• Compile and analyze monthly Capital Expenditure, Overhead and AFUDC reports
• Support the preparation of the monthly consolidated PP&E and Accumulated Depreciation roll-forward reports
• Prepare explanations for quarterly and year over year Balance Sheet fluctuations
• Assist with annual/monthly depreciation budgets and forecasts
• Prepare various property related schedules for other departments, including Tax, Budgeting, auditors and operations.
• Review open projects and communicate with Engineering and Divisional groups regarding appropriate status.
• Prepare monthly reports for deferred and reimbursable projects.
• Responsible for GAAP and FERC property accounting for regulated entities, including quarterly and annual FERC Form 6 support for property.
• Develop and maintain a positive working relationship between and with customers, managers and departments supported
• Review and approve projects (AFEs) in internally-developed CARS Project System
• Be a power user of KM’s financial software (Lawson) in the areas of activities, assets, and journal entries
• Test and support all Lawson and related system upgrades
• Learn and apply various processes and systems within Property Accounting Department included but not limited to CARS, PSA, Lawson and the Lawson Query Tool

Position Requirements

Position Requirements: Minimum requirements and any additional preferred education or training

• Accounting degree or similar field of study
• A minimum of 5 years work experience in a fast-paced accounting environment

Job Requirements:

• Minimum experience, skills, knowledge, certifications, license, competencies, working conditions
• Strong accounting knowledge of capital additions and retirements is desirable
• Must have a good working knowledge and experience with automated financial systems
• Strong reporting background with intermediate to advanced level Excel experience
• Strong analytical skills and logical thought processes, with the ability to identify and resolve complex accounting issues
• Ability to undertake large amounts of work in a prioritized and organized fashion, and to timely and successfully complete multiple tasks, often under strict deadlines
• Must be able to analyze events at the transaction level, and apply sound and consistent policies to those events
• Must be able to perform the required and expected duties with minimal supervision
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisor, focus on attention to details, follow work rules, and adhere to established work schedules
• Must be self-motivated and detail oriented
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others and deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism
• Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, utilizing strong verbal and listening skills
• Write effectively and understand written communication, including but not limited to E-mail
• Ensure compliance with internal company policies and controls
• Must be able to understand and appropriately apply accounting policies and procedures
• Ability to research and apply GAAP and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission regulatory guidance with respect to Property Accounting matters
• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance, and high level of performance
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public
• May at times be required to work non-traditional hours

Kinder Morgan Offers:

• Competitive Wages
• Hybrid Schedule
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Retirement Plan
• Comprehensive Medical/Rx and Dental Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Bonus Program
• Paid Bus Pass or Parking

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.