Accountant

Pacific Northern Gas Ltd. (PNG), a subsidiary of TriSummit Utilities Inc., owns and operates natural gas processing, transmission and distribution systems in British Columbia’s lower Peace, west central, and north coast regions. PNG’s western transmission system extends from the Enbridge gas transmission system north of Prince George and along the Highway 16 corridor to Terrace and then onto the port communities of Kitimat and Prince Rupert, providing gas transportation and service to twelve communities and a number of industrial facilities. In the Province’s northeast, Pacific Northern Gas (N.E.) Ltd., a subsidiary of PNG, provides gas processing, transmission and distribution service in the Dawson Creek, Fort St. John and Tumbler Ridge areas.

Reporting to the Manager, Operations Accounting PNG's Accounting department in the Northwest has an immediate opening for a qualified Accountant in Terrace, BC.

Wage Rate:

• $42.42 to $48.64 an hour as per collective agreement

What You Will Do:

• Direct Field Accounting employees in day to day work activities.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of fixed assets sub-ledger (and/or multiple sub-ledgers).
• Prepare reconciliation of fixed assets sub-ledger to the General Ledger.
• Maintain documentation of project orders, ensuring budgetary approval, expenditure approval, and assignment of account codes and determination of project status.
• Calculate asset values and maintain subsidiary fixed asset ledger at the plant unit level in accordance with established practices.
• Coordinate the preparation of the annual physical inventory of pipe, fittings and surplus materials and prepare necessary adjusting journal entries.
• Prepare non-consumption revenue journal entries.
• Assist with reconciling billing system to the general ledger for trade receivables.
• Book Plant disposals and maintain disposal records.
• Reconcile inventory and accrued purchase accounts. Investigate and clear variances.
• Provide accounting support to the Warehouse.
• Enter and reconcile trade account deposits and miscellaneous deposits to the banking module. Identify payment/deposit variances and forward to Customer Care for investigation.
• Reconciles refunds, deposits, manual billings, AP trade accounts and other miscellaneous accounts. Prepare post and reconcile month end accruals.
• Perform setup and maintenance of projects.
• Perform other accounting department duties relating to: deposits accrued, monthly billings, plant removals, AP, Terrace accruals, advances, developer contributions, and purchase clearing accounts.
• Maintain records to reconcile third party invoicing against project closures within the financial system.
• Reconcile project receivable and work-in-process accounts.
• Prepare the Direct Cost of Service and Mains Reports
• Assist with coordinating year end closure of projects, close and complete projects as required.
• Assist with budgeting process.
• Perform other reconciliations and accounting duties as assigned. Identify and analyze variances.
• Provide periodic back up to Payroll and Accounts Payable when resources are insufficient.

What You Will Need to Succeed:

• Proof of eligibility for acceptance or active enrolment in the CPA PEP program
• Ability to use a PC based workstation with speed and accuracy.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, advanced level Excel.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

What We Will Provide:

When you join our team, here is what you can expect:

• Extended health and dental plan, and wellness allowance
• Pension plan and Company Savings Plan after one year of accumulated service
• EFAP - Employee Family Assistance Program
• 15 vacation days and 17 SWYL days
• A safety-centric culture

Inclusive Workplace:

At PNG, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace that celebrates the unique strengths, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We believe that our differences empower us to become a stronger team, leading to better decisions, innovation, and business results.

Ready to Join Us?

If you are eager to be a part of our team and make a difference in the energy industry, please submit your resume in confidence through our career page. We look forward to receiving your application!