Sr. Revenue Accountant

Job Description:

The Senior Marketed Revenue Accountant is responsible for processing and posting revenue transactions, performing master data set-up, reviewing monthly analytics, and other related revenue processes. A successful individual in this position will demonstrate initiative, is able to communicate to various stakeholders, and is willing to develop others within area of responsibility. This role will be required to work both independently and collaboratively.

Essential Responsibilities/Duties:

• Process contract allocation, valuation, and post revenue transactions.
• Process prior period adjustments.
• Perform master data set-up.
• Prepare and deliver meaningful financial information, performance metrics, analyses, and reports within functional area.
• Perform or oversee special analyses, non-recurring transactions, and manage complex projects as necessary.
• Prepare and/or review account reconciliations.
• Provide training and development within area of responsibility.
• Apply competent accounting and finance principles and understand financial statement impacts related to functional area.
• Respond to audit requests and assist with the coordination of audit activities.
• Identify, recommend, and implement best practices and improvements to processes within functional area.
• Lead and/or participate in department or cross functional projects/initiatives.
• Lead and/or assist in owner relations inquiries.
• Conduct business with the highest ethical standards; model and promote company culture and values.
• Maintains and fosters a high level of vigilance and awareness for cyber security risks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Computer/Software Applications:

• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Office applications.
• Working knowledge of SAP PRA and FICO modules, Microsoft Power BI and Alteryx.

Role-Specific Technical Knowledge & Skills:

• Demonstrates a strong work ethic, is a team player, and applies critical thinking with an attention to detail.
• General to advance understanding of industry revenue standards and practices.
• Strong working knowledge of US GAAP.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to identify and mitigate risk to ensure effective internal control structure.
• Provide functional support as a power user or data steward for systems including, but not limited to, Company data cubes, PRA, Power BI, and Alteryx.
• Ability to work independently and provide guidance to others on complex revenue accounting matters.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a primarily remote work environment.

Experience/Education:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field of study. Master's degree in accounting or related field of study a plus.
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant work experience required (8+ years in lieu of education). Oil and gas accounting experience preferred.
• CPA preferred; APA, CIA, CFE, CGMA or other relevant professional credentials and certifications a plus.

Schedule: Primarily remote with ability to commute to the Denver office on short notice

SALARY RANGE: $85K-$105K Annually

SM Energy offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which include, but are not limited to, variable pay, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details are available at Careers :: SM Energy Company (SM) (sm-energy.com).

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.