Accountant III (Oil & Gas / Energy Focused)

Our client is looking for - Summary Manages the planning and direction of more complex activities associated with maintaining the ledger accounts and financial statements. Prepares, records, analyzes, and reports accounting transactions, including coordination and administration assignments with limited guidance. Uses mature judgment to select alternative solutions to complex problems. Provides functional advice and training to less experienced accountant positions. Works under limited direction. As an Accounting Analyst III, you will play a crucial role in providing expertise and mentorship in compiling, analyzing and interpreting financial information for leadership decision-making. This role ensures compliance with requirements and regulations and is a resource for both internal and external customers. Your responsibilities will also include looking for ways to optimize business processes through technology and automation, improving efficiency and reducing costs. An eye for improvement opportunities with the ability to tackle sophisticated problems are keys to success! Your work will challenge you, and with our Core Values to guide you, you'll quickly learn and grow with us. Responsibilities/Expectations: Performs assigned month-end activities including journal entries, account reconciliations, management reporting, SEC reporting and variance analysis Prepares, maintains and develops schedules, reports, and analyses for internal/external customers Provides requested documentation and clear explanations for audit processes Participates in small projects with minimal mentorship and acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience Processes and analyses significant amounts of data, including issues and transactions Other duties as assigned Education/Years of Experience: Required: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related major with a strong accounting focus and minimum four (4) years experience in accounting in the energy industry Other Requirements: Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priority Proficient use of Microsoft Office applications Promotes effective cross-functional communication and collaboration within the team and across departments Strong analytical, problem-solving and financial skills Preferred: Familiarity with US GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) Preferred: Revenue Accounting experience Preferred: CPA FERC Regulated company experience