24-193.B5 - Contractual Allocations Accountant – Gas Sales and Analysis

Job Objective:
This role is critical in ensuring accurate and timely processing of gas sales and variance analysis. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background coupled with analytical and IT expertise to handle complex revenue scenarios. They must be a self-starter with a proactive approach to problem-solving, capable of learning and adapting independently while delivering high-quality results.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Performs monthly plant volume allocations and process PPAs as necessary, including allocation of offload and upstream loss for multiple processing plants and gathering systems.
• Understanding of natural gas liquid, gas processing plant shrink and yield factors and general gas and crude marketing activities.
• Processes gas sales, including volumes, deductions, and pricing, with precision and timeliness.
• Collaborates with Production team to resolve discrepancies in 8/8 volumes and transportation parties.
• Ensures compliance with revenue recognition standards and processes prior period adjustments accurately.
• Performs monthly variance analysis of sales volumes and values, providing detailed explanations for fluctuations.
• Participates in period closing activities, including preparing and reviewing flux analyses.
• Assists with audits and inquiries from internal teams and external parties.
• Handles special projects requiring in-depth oil and gas revenue accounting knowledge.
• Maintains technical expertise through ongoing training and industry updates.
• Provides training and mentorship to junior staff and new employees.
• Supervises assigned staff members as needed.
• Safeguards company assets and maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Contributes to team goals.

Other Job Responsibilities:

• Adheres to the company’s values – integrity, ownership, urgency, alignment and innovation.
• Supports company vision and mission.
• Adheres to established work schedule, attendance standards and is punctual to work and meetings.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• Seven (7) years minimum experience in oil and gas revenue accounting.
• Five (5) years minimum experience combining gas plant accounting, revenue accounting, finance, and IT functions preferred.
• Strong problem-solving ability, capable of addressing complex issues independently.
• Exceptional data management and analytical skills, including high proficiency in Excel.
• Outstanding organizational and administrative abilities, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Capacity to manage multiple tasks with varying priorities effectively.
• Experience working collaboratively across departments and with external stakeholders.

Technical Competencies:

• Excel Proficiency: Must demonstrate advanced skills, including functions, macros, and data analysis tools.
• Data Analysis Expertise: Familiarity with SQL and proficiency in analytics platforms like Alteryx or similar tools is preferred.
• ERP Systems Knowledge: Experience with SAP PRA or similar platforms is advantageous.

Education Requirements:

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from an accredited four-year university or college.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

• Preferred: Certifications or coursework in data analytics, IT systems, or project management.