AR Accountant

Accountant IIAs a key member of the JIB/AR team, the Accountant II will primarily perform routine accounting and finance close responsibilities. In addition, this role will participate in and support the accounting for non-routine transactions, project and process improvement efforts, research and analysis, and other tasks as assigned. A successful individual in this position is detail oriented, balances priorities, continuously works to optimize process, seeks to learn new concepts or skills, and keeps stakeholders informed.Essential Responsibilities/Duties:Meets recurring month-end close, billing, and audit deadlines by managing priorities effectivelyPrepares and analyze routine and recurring transactions to support accounting and finance activitiesSupports the accounting for complex, non-routine transactionsGathers and verifies information for various accounting and reporting purposesPerforms the reconciliation and analysis of various general ledger and customer accountsMaintains and adheres to internal control structureApplies basic accounting and/or process knowledge within job responsibilitiesAssists with responses to internal/external audit requestsParticipates in departmental projectsIdentify & recommend best practices and improvements to processes within individual responsibilitiesTracks and analyzes individual and process performance metricsUnderstands and applies basic oil and gas industry specific concepts within individual responsibilitiesAbility to work effectively and efficiently in a hybrid and/or primary remote work environment is requiredMaintains and fosters a high level of vigilance and awareness for cyber security risksPerforms COPAS related JEsProcesses Non-Op JIB invoicesRebills costs for equity group changesApplies payments via check and ACH/Wire to appropriate customer/partner accountsManages non-elect owner balances & associated stakeholder communicationsMaintains relevant SAP master dataOther general duties as assignedComputer/Software Applications:Competent in computer literacyWorking knowledge of MS Office Suite applications (e.g. Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, etc.)Working knowledge of SAP – General Navigation/FICO/Projects/JVAMicrosoft Power BI, EnergyLink, AucernaAbility to adopt new and changing systems and applications, including AIIncreases knowledge of active applications and systems to drive efficiency and automationRole-Specific Technical Knowledge & Skills:Has a general knowledge of COPAS accounting guidelines and Model Form InterpretationsKeeps current and is competent within discipline and area of responsibility.Committed to continuous improvement and development of individual knowledge and skillsMaintains and demonstrates a positive attitudeAbility to work both independently and collaborativelyAbility to work effectively and efficiently in a hybrid and/or primary remote work environment is requiredAdapts to changeConducts business with the highest ethical standardsStrong written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrates a strong work ethic, critical thinking, and attention to detailExperience/Education:Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field of study2+ years relevant work experience required (6+ years in lieu of education).Oil and gas accounting experience preferred.CPA or CPA candidate a plusAPA, CIA, CFE, CGMA or other relevant professional credentials and certifications a plusWorking Environment: Primarily remote with ability to commute to the Denver office on short noticeTravel Requirements: Minimal, if any.SM Energy offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which include, but are not limited to, variable pay, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details are available at Careers :: SM Energy Company (SM) (sm-energy.com).Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.