A2 - Compliance Accountant

Job Objective

Report and pay state royalties and tax filings; ensure compliance with state regulatory requirements; and reconcile balance sheet accounts.

• Prepare monthly state and federal royalties and tax filings/payment requests, including prior period adjustments and amendments, to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Develop and maintain constructive working relationships with state agencies through timely responses to inquiries.
• Review state tax regulations to ensure compliance and that all incentives and exemptions are properly accounted for and applied.
• Maintain working knowledge of regulatory statutes, changes to regulations, and provide interpretation guidance as needed.
• Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations for assigned accounts on a monthly basis.
• Enhance monthly processes by increasing accuracy and creating efficiencies.
• Perform special projects that require knowledge of state reporting as needed.
• Assist in audits and inquiries from other functions/outside parties.
• Provide training and guidance to junior staff and new employees.

• Adhere to the company’s values – integrity, ownership, urgency, alignment, and innovation.
• Support company vision and mission.
• Adhere to established work schedule, attendance standards and be punctual to work and meetings.
• Maintain employee confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential.
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional associations.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

• Five (5) years minimum experience in oil and gas compliance accounting.
• Three (3) years minimum experience in revenue accounting.
• Ability to proactively identify and solve complex problems with little assistance or guidance.
• Ability to solve problems accurately and exhibit exceptional proficiency in data management, including spreadsheet proficiency.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, managers of other departments, regulators, and the public.
• Ability to complete multiple, diverse tasks of differing priorities.
• Outstanding administrative and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with specific ability to translate complex revenue data into an organized and presentable manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Preferred: SAP PRA and Alteryx.

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four‑year university or college with a degree in accounting.

• None.

Hilcorp Energy is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.