Cost Accountant

Summary

Spire is seeking a Cost Accountant with Financial Analyst experience to support the Spire Midstream business which encompasses natural gas storage and pipeline operations. This position will be responsible for traditional accounting tasks such as preparing and completing monthly journal entries, financial statements, quarterly reports, yearly reports, and account reconciliations as well as traditional financial analyst tasks such as variance analysis, forecasting, and budgeting.  While Spire Inc. is a company of over ~3,600 employees, Spire Midstream has about ~100 employees.  So, the cost accountant will have to be flexible and pick up ad hoc assignments to support this business unit.

Company Overview

At Spire, we believe energy exists to help people. To enrich their lives, grow their businesses, advance their communities. It’s a simple idea, but one that’s at the heart of our business. We’re dedicated to understanding our customers’ needs and goals to better serve them today and tomorrow. That’s why we’re always looking for driven, collaborative people to join our team. Because we believe that offering our customers the best service means bringing together the best people.

And we find the best by hiring those who share our values of safety, inclusion and integrity, and demonstrate our four essential behaviors that bring the Spire culture to life: 

• We make it happen:  We are a company of go-getters, acting on every opportunity to help our company advance.
• We seek out perspective:  We challenge ourselves to be open to different ways of doing things, because learning from each other leads to breakthroughs.
• We collaborate:  We put teamwork first, bringing in everyone’s ideas, because our collective energy makes us stronger.
• We care:  We treat people how we want to be treated, listening closely and doing what’s right, even when it’s hard.

By living our values and behaviors every day, we strive to create an environment where every employee feels welcome, respected and valued.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly journal entries, financial statements, reports, etc.
• Reconcile and analyze general ledger accounts.
• Prepare various schedules and reports.
• Create and maintain Excel spreadsheets monitoring financial aspects of the business.
• Keep abreast of changes in accounting rules.
• Reconcile monthly bank statements.
• Regular attendance is considered an essential job function.
• All other duties as assigned.

Essential Characteristics and Competencies

• Ability to demonstrate the core and job category competencies: customer-focused, results-driven, teamwork, communications, adaptability, initiative, problem solving and quality.
• Ability to lead by example in support of the company’s essential characteristics and values: strong ethics and integrity, dedication to a safe work environment, commitment to a diverse workforce that recognizes and respects every individual’s unique skill and perspective.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-moving and changing culture.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in order to meet individual goals and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to build and establish rapport with a diverse array of people.
• Ability to work as part of a team and display a positive attitude for this dynamic environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Required Education (certifications, licenses)

• Bachelor's Degree with an emphasis in Accounting or Finance or a High School Diploma / GED and a minimum of 4 years of similar experience. 

Required knowledge, skill and abilities

• 1 to 3 years' experience, required.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to meet hard-fast deadlines.

Physical demands, environment and schedule

• Normal Work Environment – Normally performed in shared office environment.
• Typically, 8 hours a day, Monday through Friday.
• Some after-hours work may be required for quarterly and annual closing and other due date driven projects.

Posting Requirements

We accept online applications through our career site at jobs.spireenergy.com.

Disclaimer:  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Spire Inc., and its subsidiaries are an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.