Job Objective:
This role is critical in ensuring accurate and timely processing of gas sales and variance analysis. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background coupled with analytical and IT expertise to handle complex revenue scenarios. They must be a self-starter with a proactive approach to problem-solving, capable of learning and adapting independently while delivering high-quality results.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
- Performs monthly plant volume allocations and process PPAs as necessary, including allocation of offload and upstream loss for multiple processing plants and gathering systems.
- Understanding of natural gas liquid, gas processing plant shrink and yield factors and general gas and crude marketing activities.
- Processes gas sales, including volumes, deductions, and pricing, with precision and timeliness.
- Collaborates with Production team to resolve discrepancies in 8/8 volumes and transportation parties.
- Ensures compliance with revenue recognition standards and processes prior period adjustments accurately.
- Performs monthly variance analysis of sales volumes and values, providing detailed explanations for fluctuations.
- Participates in period closing activities, including preparing and reviewing flux analyses.
- Assists with audits and inquiries from internal teams and external parties.
- Handles special projects requiring in-depth oil and gas revenue accounting knowledge.
- Maintains technical expertise through ongoing training and industry updates.
- Provides training and mentorship to junior staff and new employees.
- Supervises assigned staff members as needed.
- Safeguards company assets and maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Contributes to team goals.
Other Job Responsibilities:
- Adheres to the company’s values – integrity, ownership, urgency, alignment and innovation.
- Supports company vision and mission.
- Adheres to established work schedule, attendance standards and is punctual to work and meetings.
- Other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications:
- Seven (7) years minimum experience in oil and gas revenue accounting.
- Five (5) years minimum experience combining gas plant accounting, revenue accounting, finance, and IT functions preferred.
- Strong problem-solving ability, capable of addressing complex issues independently.
- Exceptional data management and analytical skills, including high proficiency in Excel.
- Outstanding organizational and administrative abilities, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Capacity to manage multiple tasks with varying priorities effectively.
- Experience working collaboratively across departments and with external stakeholders.
Technical Competencies:
- Excel Proficiency: Must demonstrate advanced skills, including functions, macros, and data analysis tools.
- Data Analysis Expertise: Familiarity with SQL and proficiency in analytics platforms like Alteryx or similar tools is preferred.
- ERP Systems Knowledge: Experience with SAP PRA or similar platforms is advantageous.
Education Requirements:
- Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from an accredited four-year university or college.
Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:
- Preferred: Certifications or coursework in data analytics, IT systems, or project management.
