Nexus Energy Partners · 2 months ago
Upstream Oil & Gas Corporate Controller
Denver, Colorado, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $180K/yr
8+ years expNexus Energy Partners is an innovative energy investment firm headquartered in Denver, Colorado, focused on delivering maximum returns through strategic partnerships and deep industry expertise. They are seeking an experienced Upstream Oil & Gas Corporate Controller to lead financial reporting, audits, and cash flow management while overseeing the accounting team to ensure financial integrity and efficiency.
EnergyImpact InvestingVenture Capital
Responsibilities
Lead the month-end and quarter-end close process, including oversight of journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and adjusting entries
Prepare, review, and present quarterly and annual financial statements (GAAP or other relevant basis) to executive leadership
Submit required financial statements and compliance schedules/documents to lenders, banks, and other stakeholders on quarterly and annual timelines
Analyze financial performance vs. budget/forecast; provide commentary, trend analysis, and actionable insights for senior management
Assist with ad hoc financial analyses, modeling, business cases, due diligence, M&A support, or joint ventures, as needed
Oversee core upstream accounting for non-operated interests: JIB, revenue & royalty accounting, owner statements, and partner settlements
Oversee rigorous documentation of processes to ensure SOX compliance standards are embedded in all financial reporting processes and internal controls
Plan and coordinate the annual audit process, including audit kickoff, schedules, supporting work papers, interim and year-end fieldwork, and adjustments
Serve as primary liaison with external auditors; ensure timely delivery of G/L, TB, supporting documentation, and responses to audit queries
Prepare and deliver annual tax workbooks to the external tax council
Oversee CPA’s adjustments and validate tax calculations
Assist the Executive Leadership Team in preparing the annual G&A (General & Administrative) budget
Develop KPIs to track budget vs. actual to identify variances throughout the year
Oversee treasury functions — produce rolling cash flow forecasts, stress tests, distributions, and scenario analysis
Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure the accounting department strategy aligns with the overall corporate strategy
Oversee the accounting team, conducting weekly 1:1s, team meetings, providing regular feedback, and semiannual performance reviews
Mentor and develop staff; delegate appropriately and maintain oversight of key deliverables
Foster strong internal communication, interdepartmental collaboration, and accountability
Continually identify opportunities to streamline and automate accounting processes, championing process improvement and technology adoption to modernize the accounting function to support scalable growth
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in accounting or a similar field is mandatory
8+ years of accounting experience with at least 3 years in a leadership role
Required hands-on experience with upstream oil & gas accounting (JIB, revenue rules, cost audits)
Mandatory experience using OGsys software or similar oil & gas accounting software
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex financials and present to senior leadership
Proven ability to manage and mentor a team and ensure continued growth in skills and responsibilities
Proven track record of implementing process improvements and leveraging technology to drive efficiency
A collaborative and innovative mindset is critical
Open to change and adaptable to growth
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized with a strong attention to detail
Must reside within commuting distance to Denver, CO, or be willing to relocate permanently
Preferred
CPA certification and/or a master's degree in accounting or a similar field
Demonstrated audit experience is highly preferred
Knowledge of tax implications impacting oil & gas operations is preferred
Advanced Excel skills
Experience with Spotfire, Power BI, and EnergyLink is preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Life
Vision
Employer-paid HSA
Annual bonus program
Equity program after the first year
Unlimited PTO
Paid holidays
401(k) matching program
External and in-house professional development opportunities
Quarterly well-being stipend
Company
Nexus Energy Partners
Nexus Energy Partners is an investment mangement firm offering opportunities and solutions in the energy field.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$16.25M2025-07-08Undisclosed· $16.25M
Leadership Team
Ben Lusher
Chief Executive Officer
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