Accountant/Sr/Technical/Sr Technical - General

Bhe Gt&S • Omaha, NE, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 2w ago

Accountant/Sr/Technical/Sr Technical - General

Omaha, NE, United States

Job Description

The technical accountant, with limited supervision, prepares financial and business related analyses and research in such areas as financial reporting, revenue and expense performance, rate of return, depreciation, working capital and investment for company management, institutional investors, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and other governmental agencies. Responsibilities include preparing forecasts and analyzing trends in sales, finance, general business conditions and other related areas; assisting in the development of business policies, conducting special financial and business related studies and working with other departments in the preparation of analyses; and trains other staff as needed.

Responsibilities

Report, analyze and interpret financial, regulatory and operating data for management and corporate functions. Such reporting analysis and interpretation may include product margin, cost analysis, profitability analysis, regional geographic assessments, pricing analysis and any other ad-hoc analysis of interest to management and business unit leaders. Develop, implement and update effective financial and operational information systems to meet both current reporting needs and future requirements. Provide the financial and operational areas with timely, accurate and meaningful information allowing them to better manage their areas of responsibility. Present results of research and analyses and provide recommendations in written and verbal presentation formats. Use PC based systems and software to compile and prepare reports, graphs and charts of data developed to include in the presentations. Compile and prepare information for regulatory filings and financial reporting. Responsible for special projects, developing appropriate financial models as necessary. Act as a resource/lead for accountants and senior accountants in reviewing work and providing information to enhance co-workers' knowledge and skills. Participates/leads committees and task forces dealing with financial, regulatory and accounting issues facing the company or business units. Provide technical input to assist in development of project planning. Perform any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting. CPA or CMA preferred. Four or more years of experience in accounting, with emphasis in financial analysis. Superior research and analytical skills with experience in financial and regulatory analyses. Leadership skills to provide guidance, direction, orientation and instruction. Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Effective analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills. Effective oral and written communication skills; ability to develop and conduct presentations. Strong project management skills; the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently. Experience using an ERP accounting system. Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Strong personal computer skills; proficiency in Word, Excel and Access; demonstrated ability to understand and utilize computer systems and applications for analysis. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

About Us

BHE Pipeline Group consists of Berkshire Hathaway Energy’s interstate natural gas pipeline companies, BHE GT&S, Kern River Gas Transmission Company and Northern Natural Gas Company. Combined, BHE Pipeline Group operates approximately 21,200 miles of pipeline with a design capacity of approximately 21.1 billion cubic feet of natural gas per day, owns assets in 27 states and transported approximately 15% of the total natural gas consumed in the U.S. during 2022. BHE Pipeline Group also operates 22 natural gas storage facilities with a total working gas capacity of 515.6 billion cubic feet and a liquefied natural gas export, import and storage facility.