Sr. Financial Accountant

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

General description of main/primary duties and responsibilities of the job, aptitude, level of complexity, span of control, autonomy, decision making and judgement. It is central and necessary to the satisfactory performance of the job. Includes the following and other duties as assigned.

Under limited supervision, this position will:

• Assist with the month end closing, ensuring Accounting processes are completed timely in accordance with planned close schedules, including assisting with the preparation of the monthly, quarterly and yearly financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Prepare and/or review journal entries and account reconciliations, including analyzing general ledger account detail for accuracy and completeness to ensure transactions are recorded, documented, reviewed and supported in accordance with Company policies and controls.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annually industry specific calculations, such as, Impairment, Leasehold transfers as applicable, Capital and Opex accruals, depletion and amortization (DD&A), Asset Retirement Obligations (ARO), etc.
• Analyze and review lease operating statements, expense variance analyses, key operating statistics, price and volume variances, and operating results on a monthly basis, if applicable.
• Work with both internal and external Auditors to ensure proper support and schedules are provided in order to complete quarterly and yearly audit test work.
• Research and apply GAAP to current and future transactions and provide manager with technical Accounting memos regarding contemplated transactions and /or Accounting issues.
• Interact with all Accounting personnel, other departments, and vendors in order to timely facilitate the completion of job requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Experience, Licensure (minimum level required)

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution.
• Field of Study: Accounting, Business or Finance.
• At least three (3) years of experience in the Oil & Gas Industry.
• Public Accounting experience at a Big Four or large regional firm.
• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or actively working toward obtaining CPA license.

CORE COMPETENCIES

List and describe the required factors (i.e. knowledge, skills, abilities, software programs, equipment, competencies), that make it important or needed for this role. Indicate the level of proficiency/expertise for each when possible.

• Advanced understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and the ability to apply GAAP to new and existing transactions.
• Extensive knowledge of difficult Accounting concepts and procedures and ability to apply them to daily activities, in an increasingly complex and dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) and its requirements. Experience with internal controls over financial reporting (ICOFR).
• Knowledge of Oil and Gas industry accounting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work independently with minimal guidance and exercise good judgment when completing the tasks.
• Ability to work under high pressure in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Able to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities, tasks, and deadlines.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite with proficiency in Excel including Pivot Tables, V-Lookups, and IF Statements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate at all levels and disciplines in the organization.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Adhere to the highest standards of ethical behavior when carrying out the job responsibilities and interfacing with others.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Functions as an individual contributor with no supervisory responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Excludes occasional visitation to the field - reference Travel section.

Office Related:

• Job is primarily performed in an office setting with exposure to computer screens and requires regular use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, and multi-line telephone system.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.

HOURS / SHIFTS

• Regular business hours.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
• Minimally lift, push, carry and/or move up to 10 pounds.

TRAVEL

Approximate amount of time: Minimal (under 25%); Regularly (25% - 75%); Frequent (more than 75%).

• Minimal travel may be required to other locations.

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.

Summary of Available Benefits*:

• Health Care eligibility including Medical & Prescription, Dental and Vision coverages
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Dependent Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA match
• Employer Paid Insurance: Basic Life and AD&D (employee, spouse, child), Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Voluntary Insurance: Life and AD&D, Accident, Long Term Care, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance, Legal Services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Student Loan Repayment Reimbursement
• Vacation, Personal Choice Days (PCD), Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company paid Holidays
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Subsidized Parking and Public Transportation
• Financial Well-being Program
• Professional Membership Reimbursement
• Employee Discount Programs

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on the employee's job classification. Effective date is the first of the month after the event date or the first of the month if the event date is the first of the month.