Senior Operations Accountant
We are currently recruiting for a Senior Operations Accountant, reporting to the Manager, Light Oil Finance. The successful candidate brings expertise with operations and joint venture accounting. This deadline driven role is also responsible for preparation of accurate and timely reports tailored to various levels of management. The Senior Operations Accountant works closely with the Light Oil asset team as well as the other Finance groups within AOC. This position is based in Calgary.
Responsibilities:
•Analyze key performance indicators for operating expenses and prepare a comprehensive analytical review of results, including explanations for variances from budgets and forecasts
•Prepare monthly and quarterly reporting for senior leaders and Joint Venture partners
•Monthly preparation of accruals for operating expenses for operated and non-operated properties
•Yearly operating expense budget preparation, consolidation, and review for Joint Venture and internal budgets
•Preparation of monthly excess use entries, prepare and book annual equalizations
•Manage Joint Venture responsibilities (Joint Interest Billings, payouts, 13th month adjustments, assist with Audits)
•Preparation of cash forecasting and assistance in clearing bank accounts
•System super user (Qbyte) including cost center setups and month end process runs
•System administration (AFE Nexus) including non-op AFE setup
•Special projects as requested
Qualifications:
•10+ years of operations accounting experience in the oil and gas sector
•Experience with liquids rich (Montney/Duvernay) properties would be an asset
•Accounting designation preferred (CPA) in conjunction with a related undergraduate degree
•Strong ability to analyze and problem solve
•High proficiency with Microsoft Excel
•Experience with Qbyte would be an asset
•A self-starter with a results-driven approach, complemented by excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
•Ability to foster a cooperative, results oriented work environment with a mindset for continuous improvement
•Ability to manage multiple demands and able to consistently meet deadlines