19 - Non-Operated Accountant

Company: Hilcorp Energy
Location: Houston
Posted on: January 17, 2020

Job Description:

Job Objective:
Responsible for handling all functions related to the monthly JIB process for the company's Non-Operated properties, while ensuring compliance with proper oil and gas accounting procedures.
Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Processes inbound Non-Operated JIB invoices for payment.
• Uses EnergyLink to assist in coding of JIB invoices, cross referencing Properties and AFE numbers.
• Monitors and scans for errors of all incoming Joint Interest Billings received on EnergyLink .
• Analyzes and validates accuracy of monthly JIBs, as per joint operating agreements.
• Monitors accurate payment of all invoices, including cash calls.
• Set up and approve Non-Operated AFE's.
• Prepare monthly Non-Operated LOE accruals.
• Analyze monthly Non-Operated LOE variances compared to prior month.
• Coordinates with the other departments as needed to resolve any data or billing integrity issues or to clarify/interpret information or agreement terms.
• Creates and maintains Non-Operated payouts.
• Investigates or escalates any discrepancies and ensures thorough follow up and resolution with partners.
• Ensures compliance with all governing documents including accounting standards, joint interest agreements and COPAS.
• Adopts a continuous improvement approach aimed at enhancing processes, identifying improvements/efficiencies.
• Adheres to the company's values - integrity, ownership, urgency, alignment and innovation.
• Supports company vision and mission.
• Adheres to established work schedule, attendance standards, and is punctual to work and meetings.
  
  Other Job Responsibilities:
  
  
  • Performs special projects that require knowledge of oil and gas operational accounting.
  • Maintains employee confidence and protects operations, including intellectual properties, by keeping information confidential.
  • Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional associations.
  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results, as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned by management.
    
    Qualifications:
    
    • Five (5) years minimum experience in oil and gas operations accounting.
    • Ability to accurately solve problems and exceptional proficiency in data management including spreadsheet proficiency.
    • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other departments, officials, 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 operational information into an organized and presentable manner.
    • Proficiency in the use and application of the following software:
      • Required: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook). Working knowledge of oil and gas accounting systems.
      • Preferred: Specific knowledge and experience with Enertia or SAP.
      • Preferred: Knowledge of EnergyLink (Formerly JIBLink).
        
        Education Preference:
        
        
        • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year university or college, or related experience.

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