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- $74.8K–$92.4K
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- United States
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- Remote
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Salary Range: $74,800.00 To $92,400.00 Annually
As a 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, AFE set-up reviews, prepare monthly journal entries and other operational reporting. A successful individual in this position will demonstrate initiative, desire to learn, is able to communicate with various stakeholders, and is able to work both independently and collaboratively.
PRIMARY RELATIONSHIPS:
Accounting, Internal Audit, Operations, Land, and Tax.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
- Prepare accounting close activities and ensure effective operation of controls and processes
- Lead AFE set-up and master data request process
- Responsible for recurring journal entries across multiple business units
- Participate in the implementation of process and reporting improvements within functional area or across other functions
- Assist in the evaluation, conclusion on complex, non-routine transactions
- Prepare and deliver meaningful financial information, performance metrics, analysis, and reports within functional area
- Understands and applies competent oil and gas industry specific concepts within area of responsibility
- Apply accounting and finance principles and understand financial statement and disclosure impacts
- Timely respond to audit requests and coordinate audit activities
- Seeks to understand accounting impacts outside of area of responsibility
- Other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Experienced with MS Office applications, advanced Excel skills a plus
- Working knowledge of SAP Projects, Assets, FICO modules and Power BI and Alteryx
- 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
- Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, strong attention to detail, and organization
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, with emphasis in Accounting or Finance
- CPA preferred
- Basic knowledge of oil and gas accounting
- Minimum of 2+ years of relevant work experience required (4+ 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. This role should expect 2-3+ days in office on average per month.
Travel: Minimal, if any.
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.