Job Summary:

The Senior Financial Reporting Accountant completes multiple job responsibilities, including monthly and quarterly general ledger journal entries and reconciliations as documented below, as well as assisting in the preparation of financial statements, footnote disclosures and supporting documentation for SEC filings including quarterly earnings releases, Form 10-Qs, Form 10-K and BOD package.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for technical accounting research and assisting with implementation of new and upcoming accounting pronouncements
• Responsible for preparation of monthly debt journal entries and debt roll-forward schedules, including the monthly interest expense and fee amortization journal entries
• Preparation of monthly vesting of restricted stock expense
• Assist with the preparation and analytical review of monthly, quarterly and annual excel financial statements
• Play a key role in roll-forward preparation and drafting of certain footnotes of quarterly reports on form 10-Q and annual reports on form 10-K. Specifically responsible for input and tie-out of prior year information, input of current year balance sheet and income statement and drafting of certain information that agrees to the balance sheet and income statement including tables within the footnotes
• Preparation of journal entries related to inter-company and equity method investments
• Responding to internal and external audit requests
• Prepares and provides special reports as requested
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Ability to work under SEC reporting deadlines; some overtime required
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects, tasks and requests concurrently
• Willingness to take initiative, embrace change and accept responsibility of increasing complexity
• Must be receptive to feedback
• Proficient with MS Office applications; advanced in MS Excel
• Demonstrates strong, effective analytical and problem-solving skills
• Skilled in analyzing, posting, balancing and reconciling financial data and accounts
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Solid time management skills; ability to handle multiple projects, meet deadlines and function independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting
• CPA preferred
• Public accounting experience preferred
• 3-6 years relevant experience preferred
• Oil & Gas experience in accounting preferred
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Working SEC knowledge
• Working financial process experience: including financial close, reporting, internal controls, experience with Sarbanes-Oxley and working with independent auditors
• Experience in the oil and gas exploration and production industry with proficiency in oil and gas ERP systems preferred
• Working knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)

Physical Demands

Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand as necessary. Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time. The ability to use a computer, tablet or smart phone for extended periods of time. Basic use of office equipment such as copier and fax machines. Ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally.

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, along with equipment necessary to design, draw, and execute plans.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time exempt position. Days and hours of work will vary due to workload and needs of the company.

Travel:

Minimal travel is expected for this position.