Accounting Specialist

Work Arrangement: Hybrid 
Department: Crude & Power Accounting 
Pembina Pipeline Corporation is a dynamic energy transportation and midstream provider, serving customers for more than 65 years. Chances are, we do more than you think. We own pipelines that transport hydrocarbon liquids and natural gas products produced primarily in Western Canada. We also own gathering and processing facilities and an oil and natural gas liquids infrastructure and logistics business. Our operations along the hydrocarbon value chain allow us to offer a full state of midstream and marketing services to our customers in the energy industry. 
We are an organization that cares not only about results, but how those results are achieved. Our organization is grounded in the values of Safe, Trustworthy, Respectful, Collaborative and Entrepreneurial. Cultivating a positive employee experience and promoting a diverse and inclusive environment where our employees feel engaged, recognized and empowered is foundational to our ambition of being an employer of choice. Learn more about our values and strategy. 
We value the safety of our communities, customers, contractors and employees, and believe that all incidents are preventable. Compliance with all policies, procedures and regulations is a requirement, and our Life Saving Rules are basic rules that everyone should know and live by. Working for Pembina means working safely. 
Overview:
Pembina Pipeline Corporation’s Calgary office is looking for an Accounting Specialist to join the team. This position reports to the Manager, Crude & Power Accounting in the Marketing Business Unit (MBU), part of Pembina’s Marketing & Strategy Division. Pembina’s Marketing Business Unit undertakes value-added commodity marketing activities including buying and selling products (natural gas, ethane, propane, butane, condensate and crude oil) and capitalizing on arbitrage opportunities. By contracting capacity on Pembina's and various third-party pipelines and utilizing the Company's rail fleet and rail logistics capabilities, the Marketing business is able to add incremental value to commodities for Pembina and the WCSB. Marketing activities also include identifying commercial opportunities to further develop other Pembina assets.
This role contributes to the strategy of growth for MBU to support technical accounting action required of issues that may arise from the implementation of new contracts, areas of business and systems implementation.
Responsibilities may include but not limited to:
•    Complete contract interpretation in accordance with IFRS for all areas of the MBU business;
•    Assist with the development of internal documentation for all significant accounting processes to ensure the adherence to Pembina’s Accounting Policy; 
•    Liaise with various Pembina stakeholders to ensure the ongoing application of Pembina’s Accounting Policies; 
•    Liaise with various Pembina stakeholders to ensure the completeness and accuracy of Marketing disclosures; 
•    Liaise with Internal and External Audit to support MBU’s Internal Controls program; 
•    Engage with various Pembina groups to increase reporting automation and efficiencies;
•    Build strong relationships with Front and Mid-Office; 
•    Conduct training as required for the wider MBU team; 
•    Develop strong working relationships and maintain open communication across Pembina’s business and service units; and 
•    Participate and support an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace.
Qualifications:
•    CPA with external audit experience with a public accounting firm preferred;
•    Recent experience in marketing accounting or financial reporting at a midstream organization;
•    Experience with revenue contract interpretation;
•    Experience with Financial Instruments is a significant asset;
•    Experience in RightAngle is a significant asset;
•    Committed to learning and understanding accounting and commercial systems; SAP and BPC experience is considered an asset;
•    Ability to communicate technical accounting requirements to a wide audience; 
•    Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills;
•    Willingness to be curious and tenacious;
•    Self-motivated and able to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment;
•    Effective communication, organization, and team-building skills complemented by a strong work ethic; and
•    Commitment to being dynamic and helping our team strategically solve challenges. 
The successful candidate must be legally able to work in the country of the position. Final candidate will be required to undergo Pre-Employment Background Checks including a Criminal Record Check. 
This position will be posted until end of day: 03/15/2024 
Our expectations are high, and our rewards reflect this: We treat our people well - whether it's through our total rewards package, community engagement or volunteer opportunities, all in an environment that is equitable, safe, respectful, inclusive and accessible. 
We recognize that diverse perspectives and experiences fuel innovation and enrich our workplace culture. We firmly believe that every individual's unique background, identity and contributions contribute to our collective success. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. If you're contacted to set up an interview and you require accessibility accommodations, please let your Talent Acquisition Advisor know at that time. 
We are a proud recipient of Canada's Top 100 Employers (2018-2022), Alberta's Top 100 Employers (2014-2023) and an Employer Partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion. We are also a strong supporter of Skills Canada. 
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