Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager Location

Houston, TX, US

Manager

$135,000 - $150,000 per year

• Independently manage complex journal entries, detailed account reconciliations, and variance analysis across multiple areas
• Lead accounting for M&A transactions, divestitures, and joint venture formations – including coordinating with fixed asset groups and reviewing legal agreements
• Calculate and refresh asset retirement obligation (ARO) models and assess for potential impairments
• Assist in completing regulatory filings in accordance with established standards
• Serve as primary point of contact for internal and external auditors – gathering documentation and responding to inquiries independently
• Conduct technical accounting research and draft policies and procedures
• Manage overlapping special projects focused on process improvement and operational efficiency
• Prepare for and lead cross‑functional meetings with directors and VPs – including operations, legal, and planning teams
• Mentor junior accounting staff on accuracy, reporting, and best practices

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• 3–6 years of progressive accounting experience; public accounting background required
• CPA required
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with Microsoft Copilot or other AI productivity tools is a plus
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong communicator comfortable presenting to senior leadership
• Self‑directed, analytically strong, and highly organized

• High visibility – direct exposure to executive management and C‑suite on special projects
• Meaningful complexity – AROs, M&A accounting, JV formations, regulatory filings
• Company is a major, well‑established player in its sector with strong financial stability
• Real mentorship opportunity for someone who wants to grow into a senior leader

This is a highly visible role that goes well beyond standard close work—you’ll lead complex transactions, drive special projects, and interact directly with executive management, commercial, operations, legal, and joint venture partners. If you’re a CPA with a public accounting background who wants to move into a dynamic corporate environment with real complexity, this is it.

Want to make a move from Big 4? Let’s talk. Step into a high‑visibility accounting role with direct exposure to executive leadership at a Fortune 500‑level energy firm.