Scout Energy is a private energy investment firm that acquires, operates and improves upstream conventional oil and gas properties for institutional investors. Scout’s business is both the management of private energy funds and the operation of the oil and gas assets it owns. The current employee base is approximately 1000 with 175 employees in the Dallas (headquarters) office.
Scout is seeking a Staff Accountant to handle the day to day accounting for a specific set of oil and gas properties. This position will be responsible for all aspects of accounting for those properties including revenue, billing, owner relations, etc. This position will report to one of Scout’s three Accounting Seniors as a part of our Accounting department.
Duties & Responsibilities
Conduct account reconciliations
Perform owner relations task
Gathering gauges, tickets, well tests, etc. from field for input into Excalibur
Working closely with field personnel to resolve any issues/discrepancies
Gathering meter statements, purchaser statements etc. from purchasers for input in Excalibur
Gathering cash receipts, reconcile with tickets/meter statements, and input into Excalibur
Coding and inputting AP & Non-op invoices
Filing monthly reports with governmental agencies (tax, production, etc.)
Assisting with monthly variance reports & accrual entries
Skills & Specifications
Self-motivated
Strong analytical and communication skills
Strong work ethic
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to work independently and harmoniously within a group
Ability to prioritize workload and re-prioritize as necessary
Education & Qualifications
Bachelor Degree in accounting or related field
Proficient in Microsoft Excel
Excalibur (EOL) experience a plus
Oil & Gas accounting experience a plus
Big 4 experience preferred
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
Investment Management
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