Controller, Oil and Gas
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Job Location:
Dallas, IA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
23 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Whitley Penn a leading CPA and Consulting firm is looking for an Oil & Gas Controller to join our CAAS Energy Accounting & Consulting team. The Controller will serve clients in an outsourced accounting role with an emphasis on exceptional client service and identification of value-added services. Advanced technical skills and well-developed management and supervisory skills are required. The Controller will be expected to develop and train associates and make associations to develop new business for the firm.
How We Work
Whitley Penn has become one of the most distinguished and fastest-growing public accounting firms by providing exceptional service that reaches far beyond traditional accounting. We believe in working in collaborative teams with an emphasis on an open-door policy and encouraging entrepreneurial thinking. We learn innovate and succeed by sharing knowledge embracing diversity and working together. We are all part of the same family and each person matters. We are more than just a job.
How Will You Make an Impact
- Work closely with the CAAS Energy O&G Partner to develop tools systems and processes for Oil & Gas Upstream accounting clients
- Serve as a liaison between the partner the client and the professional staff
- Assume simultaneous full responsibility for multiple client engagements; manage relationships and expectations with clients and external auditors monitor engagement economics and coordinate engagement workflow
- Develop comprehensive client service plans (meetings dates assignments etc.) for engagements in collaboration with team
- Manage high risk (firm and engagement) situations with QC involvement as applicable
- Identify and research technical issues to ensure compliance with relevant rules guidelines and standards
- Ensure that processes are conducted and deliverables are prepared in accordance with professional and firm standards
- Develop and communicate targets and goals that align with firm strategy
- Contribute actively to changes in policies processes or procedures using what you have experienced and learned to ensure improvement
- Maintain consistent contact with clients; possess a thorough knowledge of the client and all facets of clients business; own the end-to-end relationship
- Review engagement economics with client as necessary
- Remove barriers and/or resolve issues for the client and the team to ensure seamless high-quality outcomes
- Proactively interact with key client management to gather information resolve problems and make recommendations for business and process improvements
- Communicate progress of engagements problems and resolutions to client
- Monitor engagement economics by reviewing and analyzing reports and data; respond actively to issues or discrepancies
- Research and make recommendations as appropriate to increase efficiency and/or effectiveness.
- Work to develop responsible trained staff by assisting in retention developing training material and acting as an instructor in professional development programs
- Communicate clear performance goals priorities and required competencies to others
- Ensure and provide evidence that all direct reports/coaches are actively engaged in performance improvement/development activities specific to their needs
- Participate in technical and professional training throughout the year
- Participate in the firms annual performance management and goal setting process
How Will You Get Here
- 7-10 years of experience in Oil & Gas accounting and analysis primarily with Upstream/E&P demonstrating a progression in complexity scope and number of engagement assignments
- Public accounting or professional services experience preferred
- Experience with setting up accounting functions/process as well as implementation acumen
- Experience with Quorum accounting software including OGsql OnDemand Accounting preferred
- BA or Masters in accounting
- CPA CA CMA or APA is preferred
- Proven practice development ability
- Knowledge of the firms philosophy and its opinions on financial matters
- Proficiency in use of technology and accounting programs
- Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards specifically as they relate to Oil & Gas upstream/E&P accounting and other relevant guidance
- A positive attitude
- A professional appearance and demeanor
- Ability to apply theory and experience to individual circumstances
- Ability to analyze problems and recommend solutions
- Ability to assess analyze and manage risk using appropriate frameworks professional judgment and skepticism
- Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing; actively listens and clearly communicates ideas and information
- Ability to lead and work respectfully and productively with diverse individuals in a variety of roles
- Well-developed management and supervisory skills
Why Should You Apply
- Firm Paid Medical Insurance(Free Employee Only Coverage on 2 of 3 plans)
- Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance
- 17 Annual Firm holidays with extended breaks around July 4th and year end
- 20 25 days PTO for Salaried Employees
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
- 401(k) with Profit Sharing
- Discretionary Bonus Program
- Firm Paid Becker CPA Review Course & Reimbursement for Exam Fees
- Health & Wellness Program
- Pet Insurance
Whitley Penn is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We recruit employ train compensate and promote without regard to age race creed gender color religion national origin sexual orientation gender identity veteran status disability or any other basis protected by applicable federal state or local law. Whitley Penn is a participant in E-Verify please follow the link to review disclosure notifications: All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications merit and business need
Key Skills
- Engineering Support
- Cost Estimates
- Log Analysis
- Petrel
- BLM
- Production Data
- Productions operations
- Petroleum Engineering
- Engineering Analysis
- Economic Analysis
- Development Plans
- Reservoir Characterization
- Technical Support
- Technical Reports
About Company
Whitley Penn is a full-service public accounting firm with nine locations, delivering tax, audit, and consulting services across a myriad of industries.
