Assistant Controller

OFFICE: Houston

DEPARTMENT: Accounting and Finance

JOB TITLE: Assistant Controller

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Controller to support the financial operations of our upstream oil & gas business. This role will play a critical part in overseeing accounting processes related to revenue, joint interest billing (JIB), regulatory, hedge accounting, depletion, and field-level expenditures. The Assistant Controller reports directly to the Controller. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, leadership ability, and a deep understanding of upstream operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee operational accounting functions, including revenue accounting, joint interest billing (JIB), and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee corporate accounting functions, including accounts payable, hedge accounting, asset retirement obligations and depletion.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
• Review and analyze financial results, identifying trends, variances, and operational insights
• Maintain and improve internal controls over operational accounting processes
• Collaborate with operations, land, marketing, and engineering teams to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering a high-performance team environment
• Assist in preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules
• Coordinate with external auditors during audits and regulatory reviews
• Support system implementations, process improvements, and automation initiatives
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal control and accounting policies, and industry-specific accounting standards

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Prior experience in a supervisory or assistant controller role
• Familiarity with regulatory reporting requirements in the oil & gas industry
• Experience with system implementations or process optimization initiatives
• Public accounting experience (Big 4 or another national firm preferred)
• CPA preferred
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 5 years in upstream oil & gas
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements, revenue recognition, and JIB processes
• Experience with accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or industry-specific software like Bolo or Quorum)
• Proven leadership and team management experience
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting