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Whitley Penn · 1 day ago

Controller, Oil and Gas

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Whitley Penn is a leading CPA and Consulting firm looking for an Oil & Gas Controller to join their CAAS Energy Accounting & Consulting team. The Controller will serve clients in an outsourced accounting role, focusing on exceptional service and developing value-added services while managing client relationships and supervising staff.

AccountingProfessional Services

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Work closely with the CAAS Energy O&G Partner to develop tools, systems and processes for Oil & Gas Upstream accounting clients

Serve as a liaison between the partner, the client and the professional staff

Assume simultaneous full responsibility for multiple client engagements; manage relationships and expectations with clients and external auditors, monitor engagement economics and coordinate engagement workflow

Develop comprehensive client service plans (meetings, dates, assignments, etc.) for engagements in collaboration with team

Manage high risk (firm and engagement) situations with QC involvement, as applicable

Identify and research technical issues to ensure compliance with relevant rules, guidelines, and standards

Ensure that processes are conducted, and deliverables are prepared in accordance with professional and firm standards

Develop and communicate targets and goals that align with firm strategy

Contribute actively to changes in policies, processes, or procedures, using what you have experienced and learned to ensure improvement

Maintain consistent contact with clients; possess a thorough knowledge of the client and all facets of client’s business; own the end-to-end relationship

Review engagement economics with client as necessary

Remove barriers and/or resolve issues for the client and the team to ensure seamless, high-quality outcomes

Proactively interact with key client management to gather information, resolve problems and make recommendations for business and process improvements

Communicate progress of engagements, problems and resolutions to client

Monitor engagement economics by reviewing and analyzing reports and data; respond actively to issues or discrepancies

Research and make recommendations, as appropriate, to increase efficiency and/or effectiveness

Work to develop responsible trained staff by assisting in retention, developing training material and acting as an instructor in professional development programs

Communicate clear performance goals, priorities and required competencies to others

Ensure and provide evidence that all direct reports/coaches are actively engaged in performance improvement/development activities specific to their needs

Participate in technical and professional training throughout the year

Participate in the firm’s annual performance management and goal setting process

Qualification

Oil & Gas accountingQuorum accounting softwareCPACACMAAPAPublic accounting experienceGenerally Accepted Accounting PrinciplesManagement skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsTeam collaboration

Required

7-10+ years of experience in Oil & Gas accounting and analysis, primarily with Upstream/E&P, demonstrating a progression in complexity, scope and number of engagement assignments

Experience with setting up accounting functions/process as well as implementation acumen

BA or Master's in accounting

Proven practice development ability

Knowledge of the firm's philosophy and its opinions on financial matters

Proficiency in use of technology and accounting programs

Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, specifically as they relate to Oil & Gas upstream/E&P accounting and other relevant guidance

A positive attitude

A professional appearance and demeanor

Ability to apply theory and experience to individual circumstances

Ability to analyze problems and recommend solutions

Ability to assess, analyze and manage risk using appropriate frameworks, professional judgment and skepticism

Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing; actively listens and clearly communicates ideas and information

Ability to lead and work respectfully and productively with diverse individuals in a variety of roles

Well-developed management and supervisory skills