Accountant

The Accountant supports the Finance department by performing core accounting functions. This role is responsible for managing day-to-day Accounts Payable (A/P), Accounts Receivable (A/R), and some general ledger reconciliations while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting. The position operates independently within defined processes and escalates complex issues to the Senior Accountant. Ute Energy Exploration and Marketing Expectations of All Employees: It is expected that all Ute Energy employees: Facilitate open communication with their fellow employees, clients, and community partners. Attend and participate in meetings, work groups, team meetings, committees, workshops, individual training, and training conferences and seminars when assigned. Obtain a working knowledge of and comply with all company policies and procedures, including but not limited to, the Employee Handbook, Personnel Policies and Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures, service plans and any other related policy and procedures. Report to work at scheduled times and maintain acceptable attendance records as outlined in the Employee Handbook. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Accounts Payable & Payment Processing: Review and code approved vendor invoices to the appropriate general ledger accounts. Record purchase order entries and receive inventory in accounting software. Verify invoice accuracy, proper approvals, and supporting documentation. Monitor accounts payable activity and aging to ensure liabilities are recorded timely. Process vendor payments, including ACH transactions and check printing on occasion. Track and analyze joint interest billings related to oil and gas investments. Communicate invoice discrepancies or issues to the Senior Accountant for resolution. Accounts Receivable (A/R) Review and monitor customer invoicing activity to ensure accuracy and completeness. Record deposits, apply payments, or issue credits when appropriate. Process field tickets and generate invoices. Track A/R aging and follow up on outstanding balances. Assist with revenue recognition support related to oil and gas operations. Assist with follow-up on unpaid invoices and internal coordination related to collections. Manage customer account maintenance and research billing variances as needed. Reconciliations & General Ledger Upload and reconcile credit card files to ensure accuracy and compliance. Perform assigned monthly general ledger account reconciliations. Prepare and post journal entries for accruals, corrections, and reclassifications. Investigate and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner. Maintain accurate and well-documented reconciliation schedules for audit readiness. Budgeting & Financial Support Assist in preparing departmental budgets and forecasts. Support cost monitoring related to operational and field-level expenses. Provide budget-related data to assist management decision-making. Month End & Reporting Support Complete necessary and applicable tax or other filings to support compliance. Assist with month-end close activities by ensuring transactions are posted accurately and on time. Provide requested schedules and documentation to support internal and external reporting. Ensure accounting records are maintained in accordance with company policies and procedures. Collaboration & Process Improvement Serve as a primary accounting contact for routine transactional questions. Coordinate with staff to ensure proper coding and documentation standards are followed. Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, accuracy, and efficiency. Performs other duties as assigned, reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Not all qualifications are quantifiable, qualifications will be discussed and assessed during the scheduled interview and throughout the probationary period by UEEM management. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required: Strong working knowledge of A/P, A/R, inventory and general ledger bookkeeping. Experience performing account reconciliations and journal entries. Experience learning and navigating accounting related software. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Ability to problem solve and adapt to changes. Willingness to accept performance feedback and adjust. Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through. Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field with 1-2 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience; or a minimum of 4 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience. Prior experience in oil and gas environment preferred. Why Join Ute Energy? Competitive salary and benefits Career growth opportunities in the energy sector A collaborative and innovative work environment Additional Requirements: All employment offers are contingent upon passing pre-employment drug testing, maintaining a clean MVR, and providing a certified background check. Ute Energy is committed to equal employment opportunity and to providing a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, disrespectful and/or other unprofessional conduct based on sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sex stereotype, race (including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), transgender (including transitioning), national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ute Energy LLC