Supervisor, Accounting

Plains Midstream Canada (PMC); Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Free Parking

Job summary

Plains seeks a skilled accounting professional to oversee quarterly FERC financial reporting for Plains entities and joint ventures, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and tax requirements.

The role includes supervising staff, coordinating with IT on tax systems, and reviewing government reports while maintaining GAAP compliance and effective cross‑functional communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in accounting is required.
• 3-5 years of public accounting or financial accounting/reporting experience are required.
• GAAP knowledge is required.
• Certified Public Accountant license is preferred.
• Experience within or understanding of the midstream oil and gas industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversight and analysis of quarterly FERC financial statements for Plains entities and JVs.
• Resolution of accounting issues with other accounting departments.
• Review and interpretation of FERC accounting regulations to ensure compliance.
• Oversee the severance tax process and related state tax legislation impacts.
• Coordinate with IT to ensure severance tax system accommodates new legislation.
• Supervise team members and coordinate with department managers on shared resources.
• Participate in the Liquid Energy Pipeline Association Accounting Committee.
• Review periodic reports to government entities.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in accounting

CPA license preferred

GAAP knowledge

Job description

Job Type: Regular

Plains is an industry‑leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil. We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key oil producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas. We’re on the lookout for passionate self‑starters who thrive in fast‑moving, collaborative, and innovative environments.

Position Summary

Oversight and analysis of the Joint Venture and FERC financial reporting requirements for Plains All American Pipeline, L.P. and oversight of severance tax regulatory reporting. The selected candidate will be eligible for company benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), and Free Parking.

Reporting Structure

This position reports to the Director of Accounting.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversight and analysis of quarterly FERC financial statements for certain of Plains’ entities and certain JVs
• Resolution of accounting issues with other accounting departments
• Review and understanding of FERC accounting regulations to ensure compliance
• Oversight of the severance tax process, including monitoring and interpretation of state tax legislation, resolution of disputed items, and communication with other departments related to state/customer disputes
• Communication with IT department to ensure that severance tax system is set up to handle new legislation
• Supervision of team members and coordination with managers in the department related to shared resources
• Involvement in the Liquid Energy Pipeline Association Accounting Committee
• Review of periodic reports to government entities

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelors or Masters degree in accounting required
• 3-5 years of public accounting and/or financial accounting/reporting experience required
• GAAP knowledge required
• Certified Public Accounting license is preferred
• Experience within or general understanding of the midstream oil and gas industry is preferred

Personal Attributes and Position Requirements

• Ability to independently develop solutions to problems/challenges as they arise
• Effective in a dynamic environment, adapting to and managing change in a positive and proactive manner
• Capable of establishing effective working relationships that promote teamwork and collaboration
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and ability to interact effectively with various levels of staff and management in various departments
• Motivated, self‑directed and results‑driven approach to work, also takes ownership of assigned tasks
• Excellent organizational skills (and deadline orientated) and pays attention to details
• Effective interaction with financial reporting and other accounting and commercial personnel
• 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.

Core Values

• Safety and Environmental Stewardship: We conduct our business in a manner that is safe for our employees, business partners, communities and the environment.
• Ownership and Accountability: We take ownership of our actions and are accountable to each other and our stakeholders, including the communities where we live and work.
• Respect, Fairness, and Inclusion: We treat each other with respect and fairness, and are committed to an inclusive workplace.
• Ethics and Integrity: We do the right thing, obey the law and act with the highest levels of honesty, ethics and integrity.
• Teamwork: We foster a collaborative environment and work together to achieve our goals.
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation: We are a nimble team that develops and implements creative solutions that deliver value for our stakeholders and drive continuous improvement.

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.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting [e-mail].

Salary details estimated by job boards such as Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn do not represent Plains’ compensation structure.

At Plains, our vision is to become the premier crude oil and marketing company in the United States and Canada by providing the utmost in value-added services to our customers, and in doing so, delivering superior returns to our stakeholders. Our people are analytical, connected, creative, entrepreneurial and passionate about everything they do. We rely on our Core Values and beliefs to inspire and guide our team.