Whitley Penn · 6 hours ago
Senior Revenue Accountant - Oil & Gas
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expWhitley Penn is a leading CPA and Consulting firm, seeking a Senior Revenue Accountant to join their Oil & Gas Accounting & Consulting team. The role involves leading client engagements, managing associates, and executing various accounting responsibilities related to oil, gas, and NGL sales.
AccountingProfessional Services
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
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 Impairment, and other industry-specific calculations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel
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
Preferred
CPA or CPA eligibility preferred
Proficiency in O&G Accounting Software preferred (OGsql, Wolfepak, Quorum On-Demand Accounting)
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Health & Wellness Program
Flexible Time Away for Exempt Team Members
Generous PTO for Non-Exempt Team Members
401(k)
Paid Parental Leave
CPA Exam Passing Bonus & Reimbursement for Exam Fees
Company
Whitley Penn
Whitley Penn is a Texas-based full service public accounting firm.
501-1000 employees
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