Staff Accountant Operational Accounting

#WeAreONEOK – Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused.
JOB SUMMARY
ONEOK is looking for a Staff Accountant that will perform as an operational accountant in the Refined Products and Crude business segment.


Responsibilities will include:



Revenue Recognition: Monitor revenue streams from storage fees, throughput tariffs, and other sources, ensuring accurate and timely recognition in accordance with accounting standards. Inventory Management: Coordinate with operations teams to reconcile inventory records, track movements of petroleum products. Administer revenue contracts including tariff billing, terminalling and ancillary services. Perform financial closing procedures, variance analysis, and balance sheet account analysis. Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations to ensure account balances are correct and adequately supported. Actively engage with internal customers, developing strong relationships with commercial to better understand and anticipate business needs. Compliance and Audit: Assist in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls and support external audits by providing documentation and explanations as needed. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements in financial operations, develop recommendations, and assist in implementing changes to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with various departments, including operations, supply chain, and risk management, to gather relevant financial information and support business initiatives. This Staff Accountant will be expected to work within a diverse and inclusive team culture to deliver high standards of service, quality, and value to achieve business results. You will work closely with the finance team to ensure accurate recording, reporting, and analysis of financial data related to our operations. This position offers an excellent opportunity for growth and advancement in the dynamic energy industry.


This position is hybrid to our corporate office in Tulsa, OK. Job Profile Summary


Performs routine duties related to various accounting functions.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Prepare various journal entries, records, regulatory reports, and budget information
Performs accounting functions related to customer accounting and accounts receivable reconciliations
Assist with preparation of tax returns and supporting tax calculations
Verify and/or perform calculations including, but not limited to:
Ratios
Percentages and discounts
Depreciation
Allocations
Account charges
Financial ratios
Utilize applicable micro and/or mainframe applications to assist with preparation and/or verification of information including, but not limited to:
Forecasted versus actual expenses
Governmental/regulatory reports
Financial reports
Quarterly income statements
Corporate tax returns
Provide information and assistance to auditors, governmental/regulatory staff, managers, employees, customers, and others concerning accounting activities
Education
Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, other related field, or an equivalent combination of formal education and the following job related experience:
Work Experience
Experience in use and function of office equipment including computers and applicable software
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of: standard accounting methods and procedures
Knowledge of: spreadsheet and word processing software applications, financial accounting and reporting standards and processes, corporate tax functions and preparation of returns, economic forecasting/modeling and corporate budget functions
Ability to: apply math and algebraic formulas
Skills in: communication/interpersonal
Ability to: perform various accounting activities
Ability to: research and compose reports and correspondence applicable to position
Ability to: read and interpret governmental regulations, accounting/tax publications, auditors' requests, company correspondence, accounting software manuals, computer printouts, and legal documents
Ability to: communicate and/or exchange information or instruction
Ability to: interact and communicate effectively
Licenses and Certifications
None required
Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements
Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements
Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Occasionally)
Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)
Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Constantly)
Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)
Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)
Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)
Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)
Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)
Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)
Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)
Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)
Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)
Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally)
Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)
Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)
Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)
Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)
Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)
Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)
Tasting/Smelling: (Occasionally)
Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)
Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Frequently)
Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Frequently)
Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)
Working Conditions/Environment
Employee is subject to inside environmental conditions
Working Conditions
Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Constantly)
Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)
CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)
Travel
Travel in and around office facilities system wide required
Driving
Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license
ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.
The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK.
ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email or call . #LI-HYBRID
Expected Salary Range
$53,000.00 - $79,000.00