Senior Staff Accountant

Senior Accountant, Upstream E&P – Downtown DallasAre you an accomplished accounting professional with a deep background in the Upstream Exploration & Production (E&P) segment of the oil and gas industry? A leading independent energy firm, deeply rooted in the heart of Downtown Dallas, is seeking a meticulous and forward-thinking Senior Accountant to bolster its finance team. This is a prime opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to apply their specialized knowledge to critical financial operations within a growing enterprise. This pivotal role demands a strong command of E&P accounting principles and will see you instrumental in ensuring financial integrity, optimizing reporting cycles, and contributing to strategic fiscal planning. You will be an essential partner to executive leadership and external stakeholders, ensuring the accuracy and transparency of our financial position. We are looking for a proactive contributor who excels in a collaborative atmosphere and possesses an unwavering commitment to precision.Key Accountabilities:Financial Cycle Management: Orchestrate key aspects of the monthly and quarterly financial close, encompassing complex journal entries, inter company reconciliations, and detailed balance sheet analyses specific to E&P operations.Revenue & Joint Venture Accounting Support: Assist in the reconciliation and analysis of oil, gas, and NGL revenues, and provide support for joint interest billing (JIB) and royalty payments.Cash & Treasury Operations: Monitor and reconcile cash flow activities, manage banking relationships, and oversee corporate credit card administration, ensuring optimal liquidity and control.Accounts Payable Process Ownership: Act as a central point of contact for vendor inquiries and outsourced accounts payable functions, validating invoice accuracy and ensuring timely and correctly coded disbursements.Compliance & Audit Liaison: Uphold stringent adherence to U.S. GAAP standards, facilitate annual financial audits, and contribute to the precision of internal reporting for management and regulatory bodies.System Optimization & Data Integrity: Leverage expertise in financial ERP systems to streamline processes, troubleshoot inquiries, and develop insightful financial reports crucial for operational decision-making.Collaborative Financial Partnering: Cultivate strong cross-functional relationships with operational, land, and engineering teams to ensure accurate and timely capture of E&P specific financial data.Process Enhancement Initiatives: Proactively identify opportunities for continuous improvement within accounting workflows, implementing solutions that drive efficiency and robust internal controls.Benefits What We Seek:The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:Experience: 3-5 years of progressive financial accounting or analysis experience, with demonstrable and recent experience specifically within the Upstream Exploration & Production (E&P) segment of the oil and gas industry.Education: A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance is required.Technical Proficiency: Strong command of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. Familiarity with industry-specific E&P accounting software is highly desirable.Accounting Expertise: Comprehensive understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and relevant financial regulations pertaining to the oil and gas sector.Core Competencies: Exceptional analytical skills, a keen eye for detail, superior problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to excel both independently and as part of a high-performing team.Software Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel for complex financial modeling and analysis) and other accounting software.Compensation & Work Environment:We offer a rewarding compensation package designed to attract top talent:Annual Salary: A competitive base salary ranging from $80,000 – $95,000 per year, dependent on experience and qualifications.Performance Bonus: Eligibility for an annual performance bonus, reflecting both individual contribution and company success.Work Arrangement: This is a full-time, in-office position located in Downtown Dallas, fostering a truly collaborative and integrated team culture.Important Information:Local Candidates Only: We are seeking candidates currently residing in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. This role is not eligible for relocation assistance or visa sponsorship.