Accounting Analyst I / II - Regulatory Reporting

Williams is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected under applicable discrimination law.Do something that means something at Williams. This isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity to explore and discover your passion with coworkers who become friends and mentors who push you to be your best self in and out of the office.At Williams, we make clean energy happen. And you can too — so bring your energy to ours. As an Accounting Analyst I / II – Regulatory Reporting, you will support core accounting and financial reporting activities by compiling, analyzing, and interpreting financial data to inform business decisions. In this role, you will also help identify opportunities to improve processes through automation and technology, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness across the function. Your work will challenge you, and with our Core Values to guide you, you’ll quickly learn and grow with us.Responsibilities / ExpectationsPerform month-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and variance analysisSupport regulated financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and year-end processesPrepare and maintain schedules, reports, and analyses for internal and external stakeholdersProvide clear documentation and explanations to support internal and external auditsAnalyze large data sets to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for process improvement and automationCollaborate cross-functionally to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial informationParticipate in projects and contribute to team executionServe as a resource to team members with less experience (Accounting Analyst II)Perform other duties as assigned Education / Years of ExperienceRequired: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field with a strong accounting focusAccounting Analyst I: Minimum one (1) year of accounting experience in the energy industry OR successful completion of an accounting internshipAccounting Analyst II: Minimum two (2) years of accounting experience in the energy industryPreferred: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Other RequirementsStrong analytical, problem-solving, and financial skillsEffective communication and collaboration across teamsStrong organizational and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to safetyProficiency in Microsoft Office applicationsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentAbility to work outside normal business hours during peak periods (e.g., quarter-end) Preferred QualificationsFamiliarity with U.S. GAAPExperience with regulatory accounting and financial reporting (FERC preferred)Experience with ERP systems (Oracle preferred), Workiva, and Power BI #LI-AB1About Houston (Williams Tower Location):Our Houston office is located in the Williams Tower, just steps from the Houston Galleria on Post Oak Boulevard, an area with more than 700 retailers, fine dining and hotels within two square miles. We offer free onsite-parking! Houston is the fourth most populous city in the nation and greater Houston is the most ethnically diverse metropolitan area in the United States. Houston is a dynamic mix of imagination, talent and first-class attractions that makes it a world-class city! If you love being outside, Houston rates first in total park acreage among U.S. cities with more than one million residents and offers a 300-mile interconnected bikeway network spread over 500 square miles. Check out visithoustontexas to learn more!Why Choose Williams?We are committed to providing our employees with competitive compensation and benefits as part of your Total Rewards package to help protect your current and future physical, emotional, and financial health. We generally offer health benefit programs to our employees and their families that are competitive and flexible enough to meet your needs, and retirement benefits to allow you to invest now for financial security when you retire.  With rich learning and development programming and a high internal mobility rate, you are not just applying to a job with Williams; you are embarking on an exciting career!Competitive compensationAnnual incentive programHybrid work model - one work from home day each week for most office-based rolesFlexible work schedule for most field-based roles401(k) with company matching contribution and a fixed annual company contributionComprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefitsGenerous company-paid life insurance and disability benefitsA consumer-driven health plan option with the potential for a generous company contribution to a Health Savings AccountHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsPaid time off, including floating and company holidaysEmployee stock purchase planRobust employee learning and developmentHigh internal mobility (we promote from within)Parental leave (we provide up to 6 weeks for each parent)Fertility coverage and adoption benefitsDomestic partner benefitsEducational reimbursementNon-profit donation matching contributions and time off to volunteerEmployee resource groupsEmployee assistance programsTechnology to make our work more productive and collaborativeRegular employee engagement surveys and feedback processesWilliams has a long history of making a significant difference in the communities where we live and work, and we strive to cultivate an environment of employee inclusion, innovation and passion that values all voices and opinions. We help each other succeed and great things happen when people from a diverse set of backgrounds come together. Together, we make clean energy happen.Eligibility and benefits are governed by the terms of