SM Energy

Sr.\Lead Accountant - E&P

LocationDenver, CO
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$95,000-$120,000

About This Job


Job Description

As a key member of the E&P team, this individual will be responsible for the execution of accounting close responsibilities for various operational accounting processes. These processes include capital and LOE accruals, unproved leasehold accounting, acquisition and divestiture accounting, DD&A, ARO, AFE set-up reviews, and other operational reporting. In addition, this individual will lead or assist in the evaluation of non-routine transactions, process improvement efforts, and other duties as assigned. A successful individual in this position will need to demonstrate initiative, communicate effectively to various stakeholders, develop others, and drive collaboration.


PRIMARY RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal Audit, Reserves Engineering, Operations, Land, Business Development, Treasury, Financial Planning & Analysis, Legal, Tax and other Accounting teams. External relationships include auditor(s), third party buyers/sellers, and consultants.


ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:

Lead, coordinate, and prioritize accounting close activities and ensure effective operation of controls and processes
Provide SAP system support through the power user role
Provide in-depth and timely review of work papers and ensure all financial statement risks are being addressed
Identify, recommend, and lead or assist in the implementation of process and reporting improvements within functional area or across other functions
Analyze, evaluate, and conclude on complex, non-routine transactions
Prepare and deliver meaningful financial information, performance metrics, analysis, and reports within functional area
Apply accounting and finance principles and understand financial statement and disclosure impacts
Understand accounting and finance actions and stakeholder impacts outside area of responsibility and work towards common objectives and outcomes aligning to the company’s business priorities
Timely respond to audit requests and coordinate audit activities
Influence and effectively communicate to various stakeholders
Other duties as assigned


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Excellent skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Strong working knowledge of US GAAP
Ability to learn and lead adoption of new and changing systems and applications
Ability to prioritize and plan work activities, set goals, use time efficiently, and manage competing demands
Strong work ethic and dedication to the achieving group and personal goals
Build trust and create a rewarding work environment that encourages engagement, ownership, and accountability
Ability to thrive in both an independent and collaborative work environment
Continuous improvement mindset and a desire to seek out and implement best practices
Ability to understand stakeholder perspectives and work towards common objectives and outcomes aligning to SM's business priorities
Drive effective risk identification and mitigation through understanding and executing SOX controls and processes
Ability to perform technical research and provide timely guidance to others on complex accounting matters
Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, strong attention to detail, and organization
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Working knowledge of SAP Projects, Assets, FICO modules is a plus, as is Power BI and Alteryx


EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, with emphasis in Accounting or Finance; MS/MBA preferred
CPA preferred
Oil and gas accounting experience preferred
Minimum of 8+ years of relevant work experience required (10+ years in lieu of education)

LOCATION/WORK SCHEDULE: Denver –Primarily remote with ability to commute to the Denver office on short notice and as needed to support business and team requirements

SM Energy offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which include, but are not limited to, variable pay, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details are available at Careers :: SM Energy Company (SM) (sm-energy.com).

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

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