Accounting Analyst I

Job Description

Accounting Analyst I | Williams

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Williams, a global energy organization that is focused on solving energy challenges and revolutionizing the industry. As an Accounting Analyst I, you will play a meaningful role in supporting the essential accounting functions within the organization. This position involves applying basic accounting principles, theories, and concepts to prepare foundational financial reports and assist in the day-to-day maintenance of an accurate general ledger. The role is key for performing analysis and compiling crucial financial information for management decision-making, while also actively searching for ways to optimize business processes through technology and automation. The company offers an early career programming option to support individual development, network building, and career growth, preparing you to tackle sophisticated problems and identify improvement opportunities.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Mission: Solve problems of limited scope and complexity by applying accounting principles and theories, analyzing financial records, preparing basic financial reports, and assisting in general ledger maintenance, all under close supervision. This role also involves identifying opportunities for process optimization through technology and automation to support informed management decision-making.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office applications

What You’ll Actually Do
• Manage: Execute assigned month-end activities, which encompass the preparation of journal entries, the completion of account reconciliations, and the generation of both internal management reports and external SEC reports, along with detailed variance analysis.
• Develop: Create, maintain, and enhance various schedules, detailed reports, and comprehensive analyses designed to meet the specific requirements of both internal departments and external customers.
• Support: Furnish all requested documentation and offer clear, concise explanations necessary for both internal and external audit processes, ensuring compliance and transparency.
• Collaborate: Actively participate as a contributing team member in a variety of projects, providing support to achieve diverse organizational objectives.
• Optimize: Process and critically analyze significant volumes of data, actively identifying and implementing opportunities for ongoing process improvements with a core focus on increasing efficiency and leveraging automation.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Early career professional currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related major with a strong accounting focus, preparing to apply basic accounting principles and theories.
• Experience: Scheduled to graduate in December 2026 or May 2027, indicating an entry-level career stage.
• Skills: Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; possesses strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial acumen; exhibits excellent organizational and interpersonal skills; promotes effective cross-functional communication and collaboration within teams and across departments; and holds a valid State Driver’s License with a clean driving record.