Oil & Gas Accounts Payable Specialist

Salary
: $58,000–$68,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.

The Accounts Payable Specialist will support the day-to-day processing of vendor invoices, payments, expense reports, and related accounting records. The position will work with the accounting team and other departments to ensure invoices are accurate, properly approved, and paid on time.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their accounting career and gain experience supporting oil and gas operations.
Recent graduates in Accounting, Finance, or a related field are encouraged to apply. Previous accounts payable or oil and gas experience is a plus, but training and guidance will be provided.

• Review and process vendor invoices, including invoices related to oil and gas operations, utilities, and service providers.
• Confirm invoices have the appropriate supporting documentation, approvals, and account coding.
• Enter invoices and payment information into the accounting system accurately and on time.
• Assist with preparing and processing vendor payments in accordance with company procedures and payment schedules.
• Review vendor statements and help research and resolve discrepancies.
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments regarding invoices, approvals, and payment questions.
• Review and process employee expense reports and supporting receipts.
• Maintain organized accounts payable records and supporting documentation.
• Assist with account reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end closing activities under the guidance of the accounting team.
• Support audit requests and provide documentation for financial reporting as needed.
• Assist with joint interest billing invoices and other oil and gas-related accounting items as assigned.

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and a willingness to learn accounts payable processes.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately with numbers and documents.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to learn accounting software and follow established procedures.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work on-site at the company’s Houston office.

• Previous accounts payable, bookkeeping, accounting internship, or related experience.
• Experience using accounting or ERP software.
• Experience or interest in the oil and gas industry.
• Familiarity with joint interest billing or oil and gas vendor invoices.
• Ability to communicate in Mandarin or Cantonese is a plus, but not required.

Recent graduates are welcome to apply. Candidates do not need to meet every preferred qualification to be considered.