JIB Accountant

Job Responsibilities Responsible for handling all functions related to the monthly JIB process for company Operated properties, while ensuring compliance with proper oil and gas accounting procedures (COPAS). Generate joint interest billing (JIB) invoices for the company. Establish and maintain cost allocations for all operated properties. Calculate salt water disposal (SWD) and platform fees for the company’s operated properties. Calculate and maintain Production Handling Agreements and Facility Use Agreements. Reconcile joint interest billing (JIB) and general ledger accounts. Establish and maintain operated authority for expenditures (AFE’s) in Accounting System. Review and report to management monthly variances and reasons for variance on lease operating cost. Calculate and record drilling, producing and major construction overhead for company operated properties. Create and maintain Operated Payouts. Prepare manual invoices for contract services provided by the company. Establish and maintain schedules for acquisition properties to properly record property allocations, SWD, Production Handling Agreements, and facility usage fees. Work closely with Operations for ongoing issues and attend appropriate asset team meetings on a regular basis. Perform special projects that require knowledge of oil and gas operational accounting. Maintain employee confidence and protect operations, including intellectual properties, by keeping information confidential. Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional associations. Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related tasks, as needed. Other duties as assigned by management. Qualifications Two (2) years minimum experience in oil and gas joint interest operations accounting. Ability to accurately solve problems and exceptional proficiency in data management including spreadsheet proficiency. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other departments, officials, and the public. Ability to complete multiple, diverse tasks of differing priorities. Outstanding administrative and organizational skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with specific ability to translate complex operational information into an organized and presentable manner. Proficiency in the use and application of the following software: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook). Working knowledge of oil and gas accounting systems. Preferred: Specific knowledge and experience with Enertia ERP and SAP. Preferred: Knowledge of EnergyLink (Formerly JIBLink). Education Requirements Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year university or college. Equal Opportunity Employer Hilcorp Energy is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly. #J-18808-Ljbffr