Senior/Accounting Analyst II - Detroit, MI; Tulsa, OK

At DT Midstream (DTM), we've got the energy to achieve great things! DTM owns and operates a diverse, integrated portfolio of midstream pipeline, storage and gathering assets, allowing us to provide a comprehensive set of midstream services to our customers across the Southern, Northeastern and Midwestern United States and into Canada. DTM is an energy industry leader with more than 20 years of proven success, and our focus is to be safe, caring, dependable and efficient in all we do. 

Job Summary

DTM Accountants are responsible for managing core accounting functions at DTM, demonstrating strong expertise in accounting principles and end-to-end accounting processes. You'll advise on financial reports, and review, analyze, and interpret financial and budgetary data. Additionally, you will perform and maintain internal controls across accounting systems and financial processes to ensure compliance with company policies, audit and regulatory requirements, as well as industry best practices. 

Every day is a new challenge, and you're continually looking for ways to help our team become more efficient and effective. A team player at heart, you collaborate with our team throughout the US, advocate best practices and pitch in where needed. You move fast while keeping your attention to detail, and you tap into your problem-solving skills to support business objectives.
 

Key Accountabilities

• Manage the operations and maintenance of accounting systems controls to ensure accuracy, reliability, and compliance 


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Finance, Operations, IT) to assess and strengthen internal controls, enhancing system integrity and operational accountability


• Coordinate with internal and external auditors on IT financial controls and SOX compliance activities 


• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, financial statements, variance analyses and other financial reports for multiple subsidiary companies


• Coordination with internal and external auditors on the preparation of audited financial statements 


• Research current and emerging accounting issues and implements related accounting policies and procedures


• Collaborate with field and project management to prepare budgets and forecasts and record accounting transactions


• Identify opportunities for process improvements to centralize, automate, or streamline accounting activities


• Foster a positive and collaborative working environment

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required 


• 3 years of relevant work experience in accounting (Level II)


• 6 years of relevant work experience in accounting and/or audit (Senior Level)

Other Qualifications

Preferred: 

• CPA Certification and/or a master’s degree in a related field


• Big 4 and/or public accounting experience 

• Experience in internal controls, SOX compliance or enterprise risk management 


• Experience with Oracle NetSuite

• Demonstrated experience in managing process improvement


• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP


• Excellent communication and project management skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment


• Experience in Service Organization Controls (SOC 1), focusing on the evaluation, documentation and maintenance of internal controls to ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements 

Other Requirements: 

• Strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and SEC reporting requirements 


• Strong understanding of information technology standards and processes


• Experience in application of a broad range of technical accounting and financial reporting requirements


• Ability to think strategically and creatively while demonstrating strong analytical and facilitation skills


• Ability to quickly learn new technology environments and processes


• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines


• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within teams


• Fosters a positive and cooperative working environment across functional areas


• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and other relevant computer applications


• Strong oral and written communication skills


• Skilled in analyzing, summarizing, and presenting financial information clearly and concisely


• Responsive and adaptable to evolving customer requirements and business changes


• Ability to work overtime during peak reporting periods; demonstrating flexibility in working hours