Accountant

What’s the role 

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a genuine interest in energy, technology, and a passion to deliver products for a growing company.  

The Accountant position is degreed professional with a general knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) who assists with the daily accounting functions and month-end close.    

Reporting into the B2B Controller, the role requires self-motivated, dedicated, and responsible individual with the ability to perform well under pressure.  

Accountabilities: 

• Own day-to-day accounts payable operations, including invoice coding, vendor onboarding, payment processing, and issue resolution  

• Execute routine accounting transactions in accordance with GAAP and internal controls  

• Support the month-end close process, including data preparation and support schedules  

• Prepare and maintain basic balance sheet reconciliations with review oversight  

• Assist with cash disbursements, including ACH and wire payments  

• Support preparation of standard financial reports and adhoc analyses  

• Participate in process documentation and control support activities  

• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned  

What you bring  

• Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (preferred)  

• 3+ years of accounting experience  

• Knowledge/experience with retail/wholesale electricity or natural gas industries preferred  

• Technical competence in US GAAP/IFRS Accounting Standards codification, budgeting/forecasting and cost control principles  

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills  

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; must be able to provide timely and accurate data analysis.  

• Strong business writing skills and experience developing communication in various formats.  

• Strong interpersonal skills.  

• Learner mindset and eye for continuous improvement needs.  

• Excellent organization and time management skills, with the ability to maintain a strict level of attention to detail  

• Ability to work well within a team environment and demonstrate a vested interest in team goals and objectives  

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships  

• Self-motivated with the desire to consistently improve performance and gain further knowledge  

• Ability to meet deadlines, learn quickly and demonstrate effective problem solving and follow-up skills  

• Comply with company policies and procedure  

What we offer 

The base salary range for this position is $67,000 - $101,000 per year.  Individual pay will be based on various factors, such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skill level, seniority, and internal equity. 

For regular full-time or regular part-time employees of the Company (participating companies as listed in the Summary Plan Description), insurance coverage options include medical, dental, vision coverage, life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs. Employees also participate in a company pension plan and a 401(k) plan. Paid leave includes up to 6 weeks of paid vacation time, up to 11 paid holidays, and parental leave offering 16 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents, and 8 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents. 

Additionally, employees are eligible for short-term disability leave for up to 26 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay as well as Long-Term Disability insurance. Shell also offers other compensation such financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal learning expenses, and some roles are eligible for discretionary long-term incentives.  For interns, eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs; participation in a 401(k) plan; and paid leave for up to 11 paid holidays.  Additional information on Shell’s US benefit programs can be found at https://www.shell.us/careers/about-careers-at-shell/rewards-and-benefits.html. 

You bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented, committed people on one of the most important challenges facing our planet. You’ll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity, and respect for one another. You’ll be able to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself. 

• Progress as a person as we work on the energy transition together 

• Continuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead 

• Work at the forefront of technology, trends, and practices 

• Collaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise 

• Achieve your balance in a values-led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourself 

• Benefit from flexible working hours, and the possibility of remote/mobile working 

• Perform at your best with a competitive starting salary and annual performance related salary increase – our pay and benefits packages are considered to be among the best in the world. 

• Take advantage of paid parental leave, including for non-birthing parents 

• Join an organization working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply 

• Grow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national and international teams 

• Gain access to a wide range of training and development programs