What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at MRC Global?
MRC Global serves the oil and gas industry across the upstream, midstream and downstream sectors as well as the chemical and gas distribution market sectors worldwide.
Job Purpose
Prepares and records journal entries, prepares and analyzes reconciliations, month-end reporting schedules and audit schedules, performs analysis of branch operating results for the purpose of validating financial statements sent to various levels of management and other third parties, and assist with the preparation of various management reports.
Responsibilities
Individual must be able to perform the essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
Any combination of requirements, which provide knowledge and abilities necessary to perform essential duties and responsibilities, will be considered.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
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Job Purpose
Prepares and records journal entries, prepares and analyzes reconciliations, month-end reporting schedules and audit schedules, performs analysis of branch operating results for the purpose of validating financial statements sent to various levels of management and other third parties, and assist with the preparation of various management reports.
Responsibilities
Individual must be able to perform the essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Conduct monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings of MRC Global’s financial information.
- Analyze branch statements to identify and explain fluctuations or unusual items.
- Assist with branch personnel and executive management by answering questions that pertain to the accountant’s area of responsibility and account duties.
- Design spreadsheets to review the month-end financial statements of branches and departments.
- Assist in the analysis and implementation of new branches or newly acquired companies as it relates to the accountant’s area of responsibility and account duties.
- Work extended hours in order to meet established deadlines for monthly accounting close and internal/external reporting requirements.
- Perform other departmental duties or projects as assigned.
- Take reasonable care for the safety and health of yourself and others.
- Report workplace hazards, injuries, or illnesses immediately.
Any combination of requirements, which provide knowledge and abilities necessary to perform essential duties and responsibilities, will be considered.
- Undergraduate degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience that provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
- Minimum of two years progressive experience in accounting or related field.
- Attendance at work is an essential function of this position.
- Strong analytical skills complemented by strong reasoning skills to interpret complex documents and financial information, strong time management and organizational skills to meet multiple deadlines and inquiries.
- High degree of accuracy in work products and the ability to accept progressive responsibilities.
- Working knowledge of and adherence to accepted accounting principles.
- Ability to effectively research accounting guidance and communicate the recommended approach to accounting issues impacting MRC Global.
- Working knowledge of laws, regulations, and policies that pertain to the specific duties of the accountant.
- Must maintain strict confidentiality of all data and records.
- Demonstrated PC and spreadsheet software skills.
- The ability to effectively handle stress in order to meet established deadlines and/or time-sensitive ad hoc inquiries.
- Must be customer service oriented to establish good rapport with employees and shareholders using written correspondence, proper phone etiquette, and other effective interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime.
- Must have the ability to provide documentation verifying legal work status.
- Ability to read and speak the English language proficiently in order to communicate with others, understand and interpret safety instructions, and to respond to inquiries.
- Ability to understand and comply with MRC guidelines and expectations, to include Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest guidelines.
- For position-specific details regarding the physical and mental demands and working conditions, contact Human Resources.
- Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform essential functions.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
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