Senior Technical Accountant

Company Information

Bison Oil & Gas is a Denver-based upstream oil and gas exploration and production company committed to pursuing value through responsible oil and gas development that ensures maximum benefits to both shareholders and stakeholders by operating intelligently, ethically, responsibly, and on the cutting edge of technology.

Bison Oil & Gas IV operates in the DJ Basin of Colorado and Wyoming. Bison has operated in the DJ since 2015 and currently operates over 315,000 net acres, 700 wells, and ~50,000 BOE of production per day. Bison is a leading modern operator that strives to operate with the least possible impact on the environment and our surrounding communities. Bison is the largest private operator in the DJ Basin.

Why this role matters to our organization:

This role helps ensure the accuracy and integrity of the Company's financial reporting while supporting compliance, risk management, and sound business decisions. The Senior Technical Accountant provides expertise on complex accounting matters and transactions that support the Company's operations, growth, and strategic objectives.

What it takes to be successful in this role:

Success in this role requires strong technical accounting expertise, sound judgment, and attention to detail. The ideal candidate can analyze complex accounting issues, communicate recommendations effectively, and build strong partnerships across the organization.

Summary

The Senior Technical Accountant is responsible for researching, analyzing, and documenting complex accounting matters while ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and Company accounting policies. This role serves as a technical accounting resource for the organization and supports financial reporting, acquisitions and divestitures, impairment assessments, revenue recognition, lease accounting, internal controls, and other strategic accounting initiatives. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting expertise with a solid understanding of upstream oil and gas operations.

Job Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• Research, analyze, and document technical accounting issues in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company policies.

• Prepare accounting memoranda and position papers related to complex transactions and accounting conclusions.

• Evaluate accounting implications for acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, asset exchanges, and other strategic transactions.

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidations and eliminations.

• Assist with preparation of external reporting packages for banks and private equity sponsors.

• Assist with purchase accounting, business combinations, and asset retirement obligation accounting.

• Lead annual impairment assessments for oil and gas properties and other long-lived assets.

• Support accounting and disclosure requirements related to oil and gas reserves, depletion, and asset retirement obligations.

• Analyze and implement new accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

• Assist with preparation and review of financial statements, footnote disclosures, and supporting schedules.

• Coordinate with external auditors and provide documentation supporting technical accounting conclusions.

• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes related to complex accounting areas.

• Review contracts and agreements to determine appropriate accounting treatment, including revenue recognition and lease accounting considerations.

• Partner with Operations, Land, Engineering, Finance, and Legal teams to evaluate accounting impacts of business activities.

• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.

• Identify process improvement opportunities and support accounting system implementations and enhancements.

• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Technical Expertise

• Analytical Thinking

• Accountability

• Attention to Detail

• Collaboration

Education & Experience (required):

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in the upstream oil and gas industry.

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.

• Experience researching and documenting technical accounting matters.

• Experience preparing accounting analyses, memoranda, and supporting audit documentation.

• Advanced proficiency with Excel and ERP/accounting systems.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and written communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Education & Experience (preferred):

• Master's degree in Accounting or related field.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.

• Experience supporting acquisitions, divestitures, and business combinations.

• Knowledge of successful efforts accounting.

• Experience with asset retirement obligations (ARO), impairment analyses, and reserve-related accounting matters.

• Experience supporting SEC reporting and public-company accounting requirements.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background screening

• Ability to legally work in the US without sponsorship 

Additional Information

Compensation

Our cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $109,200 - $176,300 annually in this location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amount listed above. 

Top Benefits & Perks

As a member of Bison, you’ll enjoy an impressive benefits package:

• Medical Plan: Bison offers multiple medical plans to choose from. 

o Lowest level plan premiums are covered at 100% for employee and dependents

o Additional buy-up plan options available with premiums covered at 75% for employee and dependents

• HSA with Bison per pay period contribution.

• FSA across multiple medical plans.

• Dental Plan: Bison covers premiums for dental plans for employees and dependents. 

o Additional buy-up plan option available with premiums covered at 75% for employee and dependents

• Vision plans. 

• Long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D covered by Bison. 

• 401k plan: Bison matches 100% of employee contributions up to the first 4% of compensation. 

• Paid Time Off. 

• Paid Volunteer Day. 

• Sick Time.

• Onsite Gyms.

• Paid Parking or RTD Pass.

• Cellphone reimbursement. 

Location

This position is located Denver, Colorado. Candidates currently residing in locations outside of daily commuting distance will be considered, however, it is the expectation that the selected individual will be available at the work location. No relocation or travel assistance will be provided by the Company for this position. 

Work Environment

This position operates in an office environment. This entails working inside in an office space wherein employee may be provided a public work station (cubicle) or private office. From time to time, the role will require field visits where exposure to extreme weather conditions, fumes, airborne particles, vibrations, dust, electrical charges and other unforeseen exposures may be encountered. 

Physical Demands

In the performance of the duties and responsibilities of this job, the employee is required to have visual acuity to operate a motor vehicle and view a computer terminal for prolonged periods of time. While at work sites, the employee will be expected to walk and stand. Individuals might be asked to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and/or crawl. Individuals might be required to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs. in the performance of this position. 

Position Type & Working Hours

This is a full-time position. We operate on a 9/80 work schedule. Typical work hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on working Fridays. Employee must be capable and willing to work overtime as required and to participate in occasional meetings, events, seminars, conferences, or other activities outside of typical work hours. Employees responsible for project operations are expected to monitor and, in some cases, respond to emails, calls, or texts outside of business hours.

Travel

Occasional travel to work site locations may be expected. Overnight stays may be required from time to time for training, seminars, field visits, or visits to onsite locations. 

Disclaimer

This job posting is not intended to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. The Company reserves the right to change or assign additional duties, responsibilities, and activities at any time with or without notice. 

Hiring Practices

Bison is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact HR at View email address on click.appcast.io. Final candidates may be required to pass pre-employment screenings including but not limited to background checks and drug screens.

How to Apply

This position’s application window is anticipated to close on 10/23/26 based on our current hiring timeline. The deadline may be extended if needed. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interested candidates should apply via the LinkedIn job posting. Candidates selected to move forward in Bison’s hiring process will be contacted to schedule a phone or in-person interview.