Accounting Research/Technical Accounting Consultant

Do something that means something at Williams.This isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity to do work that matters. At Williams, you’ll explore and grow your career alongside teammates who become trusted partners and mentors who challenge you to be your best, inside and outside the office. We’re committed to making clean energy happen — and we’re looking for people who want to bring their energy, expertise, and ideas to work that truly makes an impact.As an Accounting Research/Technical Accounting Consultant, you’ll serve as a trusted technical accounting partner supporting financial statement integrity and complex accounting matters across the organization. You’ll apply deep accounting expertise and seasoned judgment to highly complex, non‑routine issues, while mentoring others and influencing outcomes through clear analysis and well‑supported recommendations. You’ll also play an active role in identifying opportunities to improve accounting processes through automation, data, and technology — helping drive efficiency, quality, and scalability across the function. Success in this role requires strong technical acumen, curiosity, and the confidence to tackle complex problems head‑on.Your work will be challenging, visible, and meaningful — and guided by our Core Values, you’ll continue to learn, grow, and make a difference at Williams.Responsibilities / ExpectationsPrepare, maintain, and enhance complex schedules, reports, and analyses for internal and external stakeholders, operating independently except in the most complex situationsResearch, document, and clearly explain accounting conclusions for internal partners and internal/external audit requirementsLead complex accounting initiatives and projects, defining approach, identifying risks, and coordinating resources to achieve objectivesAnalyze and process large volumes of sensitive and confidential financial data with accuracy and sound judgmentIdentify and recommend opportunities to improve accounting processes through standardization, automation, and data‑driven solutionsPerform other duties as assignedRequiredEducation / ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with a strong accounting foundationMinimum eight (8) years of progressive accounting experience within the energy industryPreferredCPAExperience with technical accounting, data analytics, and/or accounting automationPrevious Public Accounting experienceOther RequirementsStrong organizational and interpersonal skills, with safety as a top priorityProficiency with Microsoft Office applicationsAbility to understand, navigate, and improve complex accounting processes and systemsStrong analytical, problem‑solving, and financial analysis skillsExperience partnering with senior leaders and communicating financial insights clearly and confidentlyPreferred: Ability to research, interpret, and apply U.S. GAAP to complex accounting matters A Day in the Life - Accounting Research & Technical MattersIn this role, you will support high-impact, non-routine accounting matters that are visible across the organization. Responsibilities may include researching and documenting accounting conclusions for unique transactions, advising on transaction structuring and deal evaluation in partnership with finance and business teams, and coordinating support for audit and external reporting deliverables.You will be a key partner in applying U.S. GAAP in areas that require careful interpretation and well-supported judgment, helping stakeholders evaluate alternatives, align on a position, and clearly document the rationale. Engagements may span acquisitions, joint ventures, adoption of new accounting standards, and other complex transactions—well-suited for an individual who can translate technical guidance into practical, business-focused recommendations., Viewed as an internal expert in providing guidance and expertise on a variety of accounting or financial issues which impact on the success of the organization, especially as it relates to having accurate and reliable financial statement content. Handles diverse and highly complex assignments which require the incumbent to stay abreast of ever-changing regulatory and legal requirements.