Staff Accountant

Job Description

Position Summary

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The Staff Accountant is responsible for supporting core accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and assisting with month-end and year-end close activities within an Oilfield Services environment. This role requires a solid understanding of accounting fundamentals, operational accounting, cost tracking, and GAAP compliance.

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The successful candidate will work closely with the Controller and operational leadership to develop accounting processes, internal controls, reporting structures, and standard operating procedures as the Company continues to grow. This position provides direct exposure to systems implementation, process improvement initiatives, cross-functional operations, and departmental development beyond traditional staff accounting responsibilities.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated accounting professional seeking increased responsibility, mentorship, and a long-term growth path within a growing organization.

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Compensation & Benefits

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Annual Salary: $70,000–$80,000, based on experience and qualifications

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Bonus: 5% bonus opportunity

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Benefits include:

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• SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with company match
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• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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• Company-paid life insurance
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• Company-paid long-term disability (LTD) insurance
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• Voluntary life insurance
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In addition to a competitive compensation and benefits package, this position offers direct mentorship from the Controller, opportunities to help develop and improve accounting processes, and a path for long-term professional growth within a growing organization.

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Key Responsibilities

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• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
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• Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
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• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, and credit card administration activities.
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• Assist with revenue recognition, cost tracking, and job cost analysis.
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• Coordinate with operations personnel to resolve billing and accounting issues.
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• Prepare and maintain supporting documentation for audits and compliance requirements.
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• Assist with the development and documentation of accounting policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
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• Partner with the Controller to improve internal controls, workflows, and accounting processes.
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• Assist with ERP, software, and systems improvement initiatives.
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• Support budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and special projects as assigned.
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Required Qualifications

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• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
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• 3–5 years of accounting experience.
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• Public accounting experience preferred.
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• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
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• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
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• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
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• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
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• Self-starter with a desire to learn, improve processes, and grow professionally.
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Preferred Skills & Experience

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• 2+ years of public accounting experience preferred.
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• Industry accounting experience preferred.
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• Experience with Sage Intacct or similar ERP systems.
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• Experience with job costing, project accounting, or oilfield services operations.
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• Experience developing or improving accounting processes and controls.
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• CPA eligible or actively pursuing CPA preferred.
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• Interest in growing into a future Senior Accountant or accounting leadership position.
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Why This Role Is Unique

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This position offers the opportunity to help build an accounting function rather than simply maintain an existing one.

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The selected candidate will work directly with the Controller to help create scalable processes, implement best practices, and support the continued growth of the organization.

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For an ambitious accountant, this role provides significant exposure to operational accounting, systems development, and future advancement opportunities.