Operations Accountant - Marketing
Operations Accountant - Marketing
Location: Calgary Head Office
Job status: Full Time Permanent
Department:Marketing Accounting
Is this position safety sensitive: No
At Gibson, we believe our competitive advantage lies in the strength and talents of our employees. That means connecting our employees to rewarding careers, building a high-performance culture where collaboration and creativity are rewarded, and providing real growth opportunities for employees to take on new challenges.
The Role
Reporting to the Supervisor of Operations Accounting - Marketing, this position will be responsible for the end-to-end recording, reporting, and analysis for a business unit results including accurate and efficient completion of monthly accounting records. This includes journal entries, results reports, and account reconciliations as well as investigation and documentation of variances between actual and forecasted results. This individual should have a strong attention to detail and understanding of accounting standards impacting the oil and gas industry.
What You Will Do
- Compilation, analysis, reconciliation, and distribution of monthly operating results package.
- Prepare general ledger journal entries based on monthly, quarterly, and annual requirements.
- Assisting with preparation and validation of annualized budget and monthly forecasts for the business unit.
- Develop and maintain accounting models to streamline accounting process and support further automation of manual processes.
- Work collaboratively with other business units and functions to ensure reliability of financial results.
- Evaluation and communication of financial results and operational data and analysis.
- Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
- Assist with audit queries received from external and internal auditors.
- Participates in the testing and implementation of new system releases.
- Prepare and maintain up-to-date desk training manuals.
- Responsibility to ad hoc reporting and analysis.
What You'll Bring to the Role
- Bachelor of Commerce or equivalent degree.
- Minimum 3 years of related work experience.
- Currently holding a CPA designation or pursuit thereof is an asset.
- Knowledge of the crude oil industry is an asset.
- Experience in the use of relational database systems and proficient with Windows-based applications including Excel, Word and database software.
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and the Right Angle ERPs are an asset.
- Process improvement mindset with the ability to follow through with implementation.
- Ability to effectively interact with individuals within the company in the Calgary and field offices.
Working Conditions
- Office based work environment.
- This job is subject to background checks as outlined in Gibson Energy’s Background Checks policy. Background checks may include: employment history verification, reference checks, education and/or credentials verification, credit check and a criminal history check.
Why You’ll Love Working at Gibson
For over 70 years, Gibson has been defined by our people — those who seize opportunities and make exceptional customer service a part of everything we do. Working at Gibson is an opportunity to be part of a place where employees feel valued, supported and motivated to do their best work. Here’s what sets us apart:
- A competitive Total Rewards package that truly values your contributions.
- Employer contributions to your DC Pension because we believe in your future.
- Comprehensive health, dental & vision benefits, with industry leading coverage for mental health and family planning — ensuring you and your loved ones thrive.
- Generous time off to rest, recharge and live life to the fullest.
- An incredible work environment and culture where your career development and advancement are prioritized every step of the way.
- A flexible hybrid work setup, empowering you to balance work and life seamlessly.
Gibson Energy Inc. (“Gibson” or the “Company”) is a diversified North American energy infrastructure company headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. They have significant terminal assets, including 25 million barrels of storage and over 300 miles (500 kilometres) of crude pipelines across North America. The company has been providing market access to the oil and gas industry for over 70 years and is publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX:GEI) with a market capitalization of approximately $4 billion.
Gibson Energy operates through two main segments:
- Infrastructure: This includes terminals, marine loading, rail loading and unloading facilities, gathering pipelines, a diluent recovery unit, and a crude oil processing facility. Key facilities within this segment include the Hardisty, Edmonton, and Ingleside Terminals, as well as gathering pipelines in the United States and a crude oil processing facility in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan.
- Marketing: This involves the purchasing, selling, storing, and optimizing of hydrocarbon products.
Gibson Energy has a strong presence in the United States, due to the acquisition of the Gateway Terminal in Ingleside, Texas. This terminal is a world-class liquids terminal and export facility with very large crude carrier (VLCC) capabilities and direct pipeline connections to key basins like the Permian and Eagle Ford. The acquisition strengthens Gibson's cash flow with over 95% of the revenue under take-or-pay contracts with high-quality counterparties.
Our Values, The Gibson Way
The Gibson Way is how we succeed together. We believe in the power of both ‘We’ (collectively working together) and “I” (contributing individually) to achieve our shared goals.
The ‘We & I’ play a very important role in our success!
- Contribute & Add Value Everyday
- Keep Our Edge & Be Resilient
- Stay Focused & Open-Minded
- Work it Out & Do it Together
This is what we are all about and we encourage you to learn more! Click Here: The Gibson Way
For more information, visit www.gibsonenergy.com.
