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Description

THE OPPORTUNITY THAT AWAITS YOU

We are in search of an experienced Joint Interest Accountant to be a part of our fast-growing oil and gas client's team. This role is primarily in the oil and gas upstream industry, based in Houston, Texas. The Joint Interest Accountant will be in charge of reviewing joint interest billing statements, reconciling JIB statements with internal records, ensuring data integrity, and enhancing joint interest billing processes.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Accurately and efficiently analyze costs allocated by the operator to ensure they are reasonable and in accordance with the Joint Operating Agreements (JOAs).

• Conduct detailed review of joint interest billing statements received from the operator for accuracy and compliance.

• Ensure accurate reconciliation of JIB statements with internal records and general ledger accounts.

• Identify any discrepancies or unusual charges and conduct thorough investigations.

• Communicate effectively with the operator and other joint venture partners to resolve billing discrepancies and disputes.

• Offer comprehensive explanations and support to internal stakeholders regarding JIB-related matters.

• Assist in external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations related to non-operated joint interest billings.

• Ensure all transactions and agreements related to non-operated joint ventures are properly documented.

• Actively identify opportunities to improve joint interest billing processes and procedures.

• Monitor and accurately process cash calls and track expenditures against approved Authorization for Expenditure (AFE) requests.

• Maintain the integrity and accuracy of data within the accounting system.

• Perform and review JIB account reconciliations to ensure accuracy.

Requirements

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Experience as a Joint Interest Billing Accountant or similar role for at least 3 years

• Knowledge in Joint Interest Billing (JIB) of upstream oil and gas properties

• Proficiency in account reconciliation is required

• Expertise in balance sheet reconciliation is necessary

• Proficient in maintaining and managing general ledger

• Ability to handle journal entries effectively

• Mastery of Microsoft Excel is expected

• Experience in managing month end close is essential

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