What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant, Oil & Gas position at Whitley Penn?
How We Work:
Whitley Penn has become one of the region’s most distinguished and fastest growing public accounting firms by providing exceptional service that reaches far beyond traditional accounting. We believe in working in collaborative teams with an emphasis on open-door policy and encouraging entrepreneurial thinking. We learn, innovate, and succeed by sharing knowledge, embracing diversity, and working together. We are all part of the same family and each person matters. We are more than just a job.
How Will You Make an Impact?
- Assume full responsibility for planning and executing client engagements and assignments using established firm policies and procedures, including supervising and training associates, reviewing the work of associates, and communication with clients
- Review and participate in monthly, quarterly, and yearly accounting cycles and prepare financial statements
- Reconciling accounts receivable balances resulting from revenue bookings
- Trend analyses and explanation of large swings in the revenue bookings
- Timely and accurately record oil, gas, and NGL sales for multiple entities – operated
- Prepare revenue allocations as required
- Complete severance tax reports and payments for multiple states
- Prepare federal (ONRR) and state royalty reporting and payments
- Responsible for other state filing requirements such as quarterly withholding and annual reconciliations
- Integrate acquisitions
- Journal entries as necessary, including accruals
- Communicates effectively with employees in areas of operations/engineering, land and management as well as purchasers
- Train and mentor less experienced team members
- Participate in firm committees, departmental matters, learning experiences, etc. that increase your commitment and capability within the firm
- Maintain effective contact with client personnel at the appropriate levels; interact with clients in a professional and competent manner; build trust-based relationships with clients
- Proactively work with client’s management to gather necessary information and complete engagement procedures in a timely manner
- Join and participate in community or professional events and committees to develop relationships and networks in the community
- Assist in developing training materials and serve as an instructor in technical and professional development programs
- Prepare staff evaluation reports
- Participate in technical and professional training throughout the year
- Participate in the firm’s annual performance management and goal setting process
How Will You Get Here?
- 3-5 years of experience in Energy accounting and analysis, demonstrating a progression in complexity, and scope.
- Oil & Gas Accounting Knowledge specifically Upstream/E&P experience required
- BA or Master’s in accounting or financial management
- CPA or CPA eligibility preferred
- Proficiency in the use of technology and accounting programs
- Familiar with "Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) specifically as they relate to Oil & Gas Accounting
- Familiarity with ARO, Depletion, Impairment, and other industry-specific calculations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel
- Proficiency in O&G Accounting Software preferred (OGsql, Wolfepak, Quorum On-Demand Accounting)
- A positive attitude, professional appearance, and demeanor
- Ability to research and apply theory and experience to individual circumstances
- Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to plan and execute multiple engagements and projects simultaneously
- Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving ability; exhibits creativity by expressing new ideas and "thinking outside the box"; solution-minded
- Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing; actively listens and clearly communicates ideas and information
- Strong relationship-building capabilities; ability to work respectfully and productively with diverse individuals in a variety of roles
Why Should You Apply?
- Firm Paid Medical Insurance (Free Employee Only Coverage on 2 of 3 plans)
- Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance
- 17 Annual Firm holidays
- 20 – 25 days PTO for Salaried Employees
- Generous PTO for Non-Exempt Team Members
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
- 401(k) with Profit Sharing
- Discretionary Bonus Program
- Firm Paid Becker CPA Review Course & Reimbursement for Exam Fees
- Health & Wellness Program
- Pet Insurance
Whitley Penn is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to on age, race, creed, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Whitley Penn is a participant in E-Verify please follow the link to review disclosure notifications: https://www.dropbox.com/s/olsr5xgsgxsntu3/E-Verify Notices.pdf?dl=0. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.