Accountant I

About Us – Mission, Stewardship, Impact At the Commissioners of the Land Office (CLO), our work directly supports public education across Oklahoma. Through responsible management of the state’s land, minerals, and investments, we help generate funding that benefits schools and future generations. Join a team committed to public service, accountability, and making a meaningful difference across the state. Benefits of Joining CLO Generous Benefits Allowance: Up to $21,934.08 annually, based on family size, to help cover the cost of benefits. Comprehensive Insurance Options: Choose from a variety of plans with no pre‑existing condition exclusions or limitations. Flexible Spending Accounts: Pre‑tax savings for healthcare and dependent care expenses. Retirement: Pathfinder 401K with up to a 7% match. Generous Leave: Full‑time employees receive 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave in the first year. Paid Holidays: 11 paid holidays each year. Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees may receive up to six weeks of paid parental leave after completing two years of service. Employee Discounts: Access discounts with a variety of companies and vendors. Longevity Bonus: Receive a bonus after two years of service, with annual bonuses thereafter. Compensatory Time: Available for both FLSA exempt and nonexempt employees. Employee Assistance Program: Access confidential support and helpful resources for you and your family. Job Summary The Accountant performs professional accounting work in support of the agency’s financial operations, including maintaining and reconciling accounts, preparing financial reports, processing transactions, and supporting budget and audit activities. Working under general direction, the position applies accounting principles, state financial policies, and agency procedures to ensure accurate financial reporting, timely processing of expenditures and revenues, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. This position also supports Financial Services and Royalty Compliance by reviewing royalty compliance payment entries for accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation before final processing or posting. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a closely related field. One (1) year of professional accounting experience involving financial recordkeeping, reconciliations, reporting, or analysis. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are considered, substituting one year of qualifying professional accounting experience for each year of required education. Preferred Qualifications Experience reviewing financial entries for accuracy, completeness, coding, and supporting documentation. Intermediate Excel skills, including sorting, filtering, reconciliations, and basic data comparison. Experience with oil and gas accounting, royalty payments, revenue accounting, production revenue, lease payments, or similar financial transaction review. Familiarity with oil and gas terminology, operator/payor remittance information, royalty payment documentation, or mineral revenue records. Essential Functions Maintain assigned general ledger and subsidiary accounts. Prepare and post journal entries, reconcile accounts, monitor expenditures and revenues, and ensure accurate transaction recording. Prepare financial, expenditure, revenue, and statistical reports. Review and analyze financial data for funding determinations, monthly reporting, royalty‑related payment review, and operational decision‑making. Review, audit, and process claims, vouchers, travel reimbursements, and other fiscal documents for payment. Utilize the agency purchasing card (P‑Card) program in compliance with state and agency policies. Reconcile revenues and expenditures at month‑end and assist with closing activities. Support preparation of monthly distributions to common schools and colleges and resolve discrepancies as needed. Assist with budget work programs, revisions, and monitoring of account activity. Assist with internal and external audit requests by preparing documentation, schedules, and reconciliations. Utilize financial systems and standard office applications, including Excel and enterprise accounting systems, to maintain accurate records and support reporting and analysis. Review royalty compliance payment entries for accuracy, completeness, proper coding, and supporting documentation. Essential Competencies Technical Accounting Proficiency – Demonstrates working knowledge of GAAP, governmental accounting standards, fund accounting, and state financial requirements. Internal Controls & Compliance Awareness – Understands and applies internal control procedures to safeguard public funds; identifies discrepancies and ensures compliance with state laws and agency policies. Financial Analysis & Reconciliation Skills – Analyzes financial data, identifies variances, researches discrepancies, and resolves issues using sound accounting judgment. Regulatory & Policy Application – Interprets and applies state financial regulations, purchasing policies, and reporting requirements. Systems & Data Fluency – Utilizes enterprise financial systems and advanced Excel functions to maintain accurate records, perform reconciliations, and generate reports. Professional Communication – Communicates financial information clearly and professionally to supervisors, auditors, and internal stakeholders. Accountability & Ethical Conduct – Maintains confidentiality and integrity in handling public funds and financial information. Planning & Work Management – Manages multiple deadlines, prioritizes workload effectively, and meets month‑end, reporting, and audit timelines. Royalty Payment Review Awareness – Demonstrates working knowledge of royalty‑related payment documentation and financial entry review procedures. Physical Demands and Work Environment Location: 204 N Robinson Ave, Suite 900, Oklahoma City, OK 73102. This role requires a consistent, in‑person presence with no remote or hybrid options. Office setting: Climate‑controlled, moderate noise exposure. Role requires speaking, walking, standing, and frequent computer and phone use; primarily seated but must stand at least 75% of the time. Physical demands: Stand, reach, and bend up to 50% of the time; operate computer and office machinery 75% of the time; ascend/descend stairs 25% of the time; lift up to 25 lbs. Cognitive requirements: Clear communication, strong analytical skills, ability to evaluate information and make timely decisions, sustained focus, attention to detail, memory retention of policies, procedures, and facts, adaptability. Travel: Less than 10% in‑state or out‑of‑state travel may be required. Special Requirements Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without sponsorship now or in the future; successful completion of a pre‑employment background check; possess a valid driver’s license to perform necessary job‑related travel. EEO Statement The Oklahoma Commissioners of the Land Office (CLO) is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal or state law. CLO complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and provides equal opportunity in all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, compensation, training, discipline, and separation. Disclaimer This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. It does not constitute an employment contract and does not alter the status of employment. Duties and responsibilities may be modified or reassigned as organizational needs evolve, consistent with applicable laws and policies. #J-18808-Ljbffr