Staff Accountant I - Revenue Accounting

Citation is one of the largest privately-held independent oil and gas acquisition, development and production companies in the United States. Founded in 1981 by Forrest E. Harrell, Sr., Citation has built a significant portfolio of mature, long-life producing properties through a combination of disciplined acquisitions, focused operations and subsequent development. The Company has an enviable track record in attracting and retaining high-quality talent. This is the result of a stable, long-term business model and a corporate culture that emphasizes working smart, �doing business the right way,� and rewarding both performance and technical achievement. We are looking for talented and driven individuals to join our team, where you will have the opportunity to make a tangible impact helping to shape the future of our company and industry.

Responsibilities:

• Process and reconcile monthly gas, NGL, and oil revenues for operated and non-operated properties.
• Prepare journal entries along with supporting documentation for month-end close.
• Prepare account reconciliations, research reconciling items, and provide detailed explanations.
• Analyze revenue variances related to volumes, pricing, or ownership changes.
• Respond to owner, purchaser and internal inquiries regarding revenue bookings and payments.
• Prepare and file state reports to the appropriate agencies while ensuring accurate and timely submission of escheatment filings.
• Maintain monthly DOI transfers and pay code changes.
• Support the daily management of the Revenue Accounting inbox and ensure inquiries are resolved timely.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing supporting documentation in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

• 5 or more years of oil and gas revenue accounting experience and proficient working knowledge of Excalibur. Ad hoc query writing capabilities is a plus.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, lookups, and data analysis.
• Strong understanding of revenue distribution, account reconciliations, and owner relations.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives that will enhance efficiency and controls.

Education:

4-year undergraduate degree with 5 years or more of oil and gas revenue accounting, or high school diploma/GED with 7-8 years of oil and gas revenue accounting or equivalent experience.