AR Accountant

Overview

The organization is seeking an Accountant II to support the JIB/AR team. This role performs routine accounting and finance close responsibilities and also supports non-routine transaction accounting, project and process improvement efforts, research and analysis, and other assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

• Meet recurring month-end close, billing, and audit deadlines by managing priorities effectively
• Prepare and analyze routine and recurring transactions to support accounting and finance activities
• Support accounting for complex, non-routine transactions
• Gather and verify information for various accounting and reporting purposes
• Reconcile and analyze various general ledger and customer accounts
• Maintain and adhere to internal control structure
• Apply basic accounting and/or process knowledge within assigned responsibilities
• Assist with responses to internal and external audit requests
• Participate in departmental projects
• Identify and recommend best practices and process improvements within individual responsibilities
• Track and analyze individual and process performance metrics
• Apply basic oil and gas industry-specific concepts within assigned responsibilities
• Perform COPAS related journal entries (JEs)
• Process Non-Op JIB invoices
• Rebill costs for equity group changes
• Apply payments via check and ACH/Wire to appropriate customer/partner accounts
• Manage non-elect owner balances and associated stakeholder communications
• Maintain relevant SAP master data
• Maintain a high level of vigilance and awareness for cyber security risks
• Perform other general duties as assigned

Required Skills & Competencies

• Detail-oriented with strong prioritization and the ability to balance multiple deadlines
• Proactive in optimizing processes and continuously seeking to learn new concepts or skills
• Keeps stakeholders informed
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to adapt to change
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ethical conduct, critical thinking, and attention to detail
• Ability to conduct work effectively and efficiently in a hybrid and/or primary remote work environment is required

Computer / Software Applications

• Proficient computer literacy
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite applications (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams)
• Working knowledge of SAP (including General Navigation/FICO/Projects/JVA)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Power BI, EnergyLink, Aucerna
• Ability to adopt new and changing systems and applications, including AI
• Drive efficiency and automation by increasing knowledge of active applications and systems

Role-Specific Technical Knowledge & Skills

• General knowledge of COPAS accounting guidelines and Model Form Interpretations
• Remain current and competent within the discipline and area of responsibility
• Committed to continuous improvement and professional development
• Maintains and demonstrates a positive attitude

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field of study
• 2+ years relevant work experience required (6+ years in lieu of education)
• Oil and gas accounting experience preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CPA candidate
• APA, CIA, CFE, CGMA, or other relevant professional credentials and certifications

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits programs, including but not limited to:
  • Variable pay
  • Health care coverage
  • Retirement plan
  • Protection coverage
  • Time off and leave programs
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Range of allowances connected to specific work situations

Location

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

Travel

• Minimal, if any

Application Process

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