Staff Tax Accountant- Houston, Texas

Coterra is Hiring a Staff Tax Accountant in Houston, Texas

THE OPPORTUNITY

As a Staff Tax Accountant for Coterra Energy, you will support federal and state tax compliance, reporting, and research activities within a collaborative corporate tax function. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys working independently while partnering closely with experienced tax leaders and teammates. You will gain exposure to complex tax matters in a growing energy organization and have opportunities for mentorship and professional development. You will report directly to the Tax Manager and have no direct reports. This position is located onsite at our Houston, Texas headquarters.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT

- Support the preparation of tax provision schedules, calculations, and related journal entries

- Assist with preparation of federal income tax returns, estimated payments, and supporting schedules

- Prepare state income and franchise tax returns, annual reports, and required filings

- Respond to federal and state tax authority notices and support audit requests

- Maintain tax calendars for compliance deadlines and miscellaneous filings

- Research tax laws, regulations, and guidance to support compliance and planning activities

- Coordinate administration of offsite tax records storage

- Collaborate with internal accounting teams and support senior tax professionals on special projects

YOUR BACKGROUND INCLUDES

EDUCATION

- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting with a concentration in Taxation (required)

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

- Minimum of 2 years of tax experience

- Oil & gas tax experience preferred, but not required

THE SKILLS YOU BRING

- Experience with P2/Oracle, GoSystems/OneSource, and Sage Fixed Assets DD&A preferred

- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

- High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills

- Excellent organizational, research, written, and verbal communication abilities

- CPA license preferred, but not required

WORKING CONDITIONS

This role is primarily office-based and requires extended periods of sitting, standing, and computer use. Occasional visits to operational worksites may be required, at which time appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn. Employees may be asked to work extended hours during peak deadlines. All OSHA, DOT, environmental, and safety standards are strictly enforced.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

- Less than 5% travel for mandatory meetings or training

ABOUT COTERRA

Shared values and vision. A culture that’s meaningful. This is what Coterra is all about.

We have an uncompromising focus on results. This is a place where individuals can make a difference.

We have a culture of excellence. We have high expectations, working hard and working smart, celebrating success and learning from failure.

We strive to treat people with discretion, not with rules. We make individual decisions for individual needs all while supporting work/life balance.

We have an open, non-political information flow. We believe "Information has no chain of command”, that organizational boundaries are paper thin. We expect the flow of information, including bad news, to rise to the top so we can address it immediately.

We behave with integrity. We will speak the truth, especially difficult truths.

We stay uncomfortable. We push ourselves to explore new possibilities and ways of working, to learn and grow.

Coterra is a premier exploration and production company based in Houston, Texas with focused operations in the Permian Basin, Marcellus Shale, and Anadarko Basin. We strive to be a leading energy producer, delivering sustainable returns through the efficient and responsible development of our diversified asset base

Coterra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, pregnancy, disability, present military status or veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any other factor that the law protects from employment discrimination.

Note to recruiters, placement agencies, and similar organizations: Coterra does not accept, and will not be responsible for any fees associated with, unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward unsolicited resumes to Coterra, including through Coterra’s website or employees. Unsolicited resumes received will become property of Coterra and will be processed accordingly.