Senior Operational Accountant JIB

About the Opportunity We are partnering with a growing organization in the energy industry seeking a Senior Accountant to join its Houston-based accounting team. Reporting to the Controller, this position will play an important role in supporting operational accounting activities across a multi-entity environment, with an emphasis on joint interest billing (JIB), cash application, reconciliations, and month-end close. This is a hands‑on senior individual contributor opportunity for an oil and gas accounting professional who enjoys taking ownership of their work while collaborating across accounting and operations.

The organization offers a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment with exposure to a variety of accounting activities and opportunities to contribute to process improvements as the business continues to grow. This position is onsite in Houston five days per week. Salary Range: $95,000-$115,000 Please note this range is an estimate and actual pay may vary based on qualifications and experience.

• Manage joint interest billing and related operational accounting activities for a portfolio of oil and gas properties.
• Prepare and review journal entries, operating cost allocations, and other recurring accounting entries.
• Perform account and cash reconciliations, research discrepancies, and resolve complex outstanding items within established close timelines.
• Apply and record incoming cash associated with receivables, revenue, and other business activity across multiple entities.
• Monitor daily banking transactions and prepare related cash activity reporting and accounting entries.
• Support accounting activities associated with AFEs, property expenditures, and other operational projects.
• Execute assigned month-end close responsibilities and prepare supporting schedules and account analyses.
• Assist with partner inquiries and provide accounting guidance related to joint interest and operational matters.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders in support of audits and other recurring accounting requirements.
• Assist with tax reporting, property-related accounting, and other annual compliance activities.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and ensure accounting activities are performed in accordance with established policies and controls.
• Provide guidance and support to junior accounting team members as needed.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes, improve controls, and increase efficiency across the department.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of operational accounting experience within the oil and gas industry.
• Strong hands‑on experience with joint interest billing and cash application.
• Experience using OGSYS accounting software.
• Working knowledge of JIB, Joint Operating Agreements (JOA), and COPAS accounting practices.
• Experience with cash reconciliations, account analysis, and month-end close in a multi-entity environment.
• Familiarity with oil and gas accounting and document management platforms.
• Experience supporting 1099 reporting and property tax‑related accounting activities.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively research and resolve accounting discrepancies and complex reconciling items.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Previous experience mentoring or supporting junior accounting professionals is preferred.
• Experience with joint venture audits, non‑operated accounting, acquisition‑related accounting, or system implementations is a plus.
• CPA or progress toward CPA certification is preferred.