Staff Accountant III

Staff AccountantThe Staff Accountant is responsible for creating timely and accurate entries for financial statements, billing, accounts receivable, and accurately performing special departmental projects as assigned. This position is based in Fayetteville, AR.Duties & ResponsibilitiesReports directly to Controller.Interacts as required with other division office personnel and staff prepare and post monthly journal entries, accruals, reclassifications, and account adjustments in accordance with GAAP and company accounting policies.Analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts, cash accounts, accounts payable, accounts receivable, revenue, and production related accounts.Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and timely.Prepare monthly account reconciliations and supporting schedules, including explanations for significant variances.Assist with the preparation of financial statements, management reports, and accounting schedules.Assist with fixed asset and depletion/depreciation accounting, including additions, disposals, transfers, and supporting calculations.Work closely with Land, Production, Operations, Revenue, JIB, AP, AP/AR, FP&A, and other internal teams to resolve accounting issues.Support external and internal audits by providing account reconciliations, supporting documentation, schedules, and explanations.Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, reporting, and data accuracy.Handle more complex accounting issues and work independently with limited supervision.Communicate with co-workers, management, clients, and others in a courteous and professional manner.Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures, and instructions.Conform with all safety rules and use all appropriate safety equipment.Other duties as assigned.RequirementsBachelor's degree in Accounting5+ years of previous Accounting experience2+ years of oil and gas experience preferredAbility to organize, prioritize, and schedule work assignmentsAbility to use a computer and possess an understanding of computer software including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and OutlookExcellent time management skills and ability to work on many different projects at one timeAbility to work independently and without direct supervisionUnderstand the importance of following standardized proceduresMaintain professional appearanceKnowledge of generally accepted accounting principlesPossess an organized and disciplined personalityA positive attitude and take directions constructivelyAbility to work under tight deadlinesWillingness to "go the extra mile" to achieve department goalsPreferred QualificationsGood understanding of basic accounting principlesPhysical DemandLifting up to 20 pounds occasionally and up to 10 pounds frequently and frequently moving small objects.Frequently sitting for long periods of timeWalking or standing occasionallyThis position works mostly indoors; going outdoors may be frequently requiredMust have manual use of hands and vision to use computer constantlyEmployee BenefitsMedical Insurance – PPO and HDHP OptionsHSA – with eligible HDHPDental and Vision Insurance401(k) – includes company match of up to 5%Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)Paid Maternity and Paternity LeaveAdoption Assistance and LeaveTuition AssistanceAnd More!