Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant, Energy Sector - Downtown Houston. Are you a seasoned accounting professional with proven experience in the Upstream E&P sector
, ready to make a significant impact within a thriving energy company? Our client, a dynamic player in the oil and gas industry
, is expanding its financial operations and seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team in the heart of Downtown Houston
. This is an exceptional opportunity to leverage your expertise in a pivotal role, contributing directly to the financial health and strategic growth of a forward-thinking organization.

In this position, you'll be instrumental in navigating complex financial landscapes, from meticulously preparing financial statements to optimizing cash flow and enhancing operational efficiencies. You'll partner with key stakeholders, including leadership and external auditors, ensuring the integrity and precision of all financial data. We're looking for a proactive, detail-oriented individual who excels in a collaborative setting and is passionate about driving continuous improvement.

• Financial Statement Stewardship: Lead various facets of the monthly financial close cycle, encompassing the preparation and posting of intricate journal entries and comprehensive balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Treasury Oversight: Monitor daily cash movements, execute detailed bank reconciliations, and meticulously manage corporate credit card activity to maintain optimal liquidity.
• Vendor Relations & Payables Management: Serve as the primary liaison for outsourced accounts payable functions, guaranteeing accurate invoice processing, proper expense coding, and timely disbursements.
• Intercompany Financials: Administer inter company cost allocations, record related-party billing transactions, and diligently track collections for all inter company receivables.
• Regulatory Adherence & Audit Support: Ensure strict adherence to U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), actively participate in annual financial audits, and support the accuracy of all internal management reporting.
• Systems Acumen & Optimization: Become a subject matter expert in the company's financial ERP systems, providing support for user inquiries and developing robust financial reports.
• Collaborative Financial Partnership: Foster strong working relationships with internal accounting, finance, and cross-functional departments to ensure seamless information flow and timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Operational Excellence: Proactively identify, recommend, and implement innovative solutions to refine accounting processes, boosting efficiency and overall operational effectiveness.

• Experience: 4-8 years of demonstrated success in financial accounting or analytical roles, with required experience within the Upstream E&P sector of the energy industry.
• Education: A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited institution.
• Technical Acumen: Proven experience utilizing enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
  Direct experience with Bolo is exceptionally advantageous.
• Foundational Knowledge: Robust understanding of core accounting principles (GAAP) and relevant financial regulations.
• Key Attributes: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities, meticulous attention to detail, and the versatility to excel both autonomously and as a collaborative team member.
• Software Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) and various accounting software applications.

• Annual Salary: A competitive range of $90,000 - $105,000 per year
  , with the final offer commensurate with your experience and qualifications.
• Annual Performance Bonus: To be determined based on company and individual performance.
• Work Schedule: This role is in-office 5 days a week
  , fostering a collaborative and dynamic team environment.

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): Ample time to rest, recharge, and pursue personal interests.
• Comprehensive Insurance: Access to high-quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Disability Coverage: Protection through short-term and long-term disability coverage
  .