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Senior Accountant - Operational Accounting

Plains All American
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/7/2026
Job Type

Regular

Plains All American is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil and natural gas liquids (NGLs). We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key crude oil and NGL producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. On average, Plains handles more than 6 million barrels per day of crude oil and NGL in its Transportation segment. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

We are looking for highly-motivated individuals who enjoy working as part of a team in a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment.

Position Summary

Responsible for preparation, review and/or reporting of operational accounting activities, including revenues (ASC 606), leases (ASC 842), derivatives (ASC 815), and crude oil inventory in accordance with US GAAP. Understanding the partnership’s commercial and trading business and interfacing with senior management and cross functional personnel will also be required.

The selected candidate will be eligible for company benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), and Free Parking.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Lead monthly and quarterly close activities related to commercial accounting areas, including revenues, leases and derivatives
  • Drafting and completion of assigned areas within 10-K/Q and other internal and external financial reporting processes
  • Assist internal audit with controls testing and external auditors with annual audit
  • Analyze complex transactions, trading activities, and accounting issues as needed in fast-paced, public company environment
  • Communicate and explain complex matters on a regular on impromptu basis with senior management
  • Assist in other technical areas and special projects as needed

Education And Experience Requirements

  • Degree in accounting or related field
  • CPA (or candidate) preferred but not required
  • 3-5 years of accounting experience (public or industry) or similar energy industry experience is required
  • Experience with Oracle and/or Right Angle a plus

Personal Attributes And Position Requirements

  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively research accounting issues and standards
  • Upon completion of research, must be able to clearly communicate and document conclusions and assist other departments with the implementation of such conclusions
  • Effective interaction with middle and front office personnel, senior management, financial reporting, and internal and external auditors
  • Motivated and persistent approach to work, takes ownership of assigned tasks
  • Excellent organizational and spreadsheet skills, paying close attention to details
  • Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks
  • Compliance with the Company’s drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment D&A testing.
  • This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of their employment

#Plains

At Plains, our employees are our most valuable asset. Hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep our employees safe, healthy and happy. We work hard to deliver the best results to our stakeholders and we also respect our employees need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our benefits program.

Salary details estimated by job boards such as Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn do not represent Plains’ compensation structure. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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