Job ID: 1800488
Reference Code: CB-Accounting-Clerk - Oil & Gas
Job Summary
A well-established organization in downtown Shreveport, LA is seeking an experienced Accounting Clerk - Oil & Gas for a direct hire opportunity. This role is ideal for an accounting professional with hands-on oil and gas accounting experience who enjoys detailed financial work, reconciliations, partner billing, revenue support, and accurate record maintenance.
The Accounting Clerk will join a stable, collaborative accounting team where accuracy, industry knowledge, and strong communication are highly valued. This opportunity offers a positive work environment with experienced team members, supportive leadership, and regular collaboration across accounting, operations, land, and management. Candidates who are looking for a long-term career opportunity in oil and gas accounting will find this role especially appealing.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with monthly Joint Interest Billing, including operated property expenses, drilling costs, capital expenditures, and joint account charges.
- Support revenue accounting processes, including recording, reconciling, and distributing oil and gas revenues based on ownership interests.
- Maintain accurate ownership records, working interest percentages, division orders, and division of interest information.
- Process royalty payments, partner distributions, and related accounting transactions.
- Prepare account reconciliations, supporting schedules, and documentation for month-end and year-end close.
- Research and resolve accounting discrepancies while collaborating with accounting, operations, land, and management teams.
Compensation and Benefits
- Direct hire opportunity.
- Salary range: $45,000 to $65,000 per year, depending on experience.
- Location: Downtown Shreveport, LA.
- Health insurance benefits available.
- Stable work environment.
- Collaborative and experienced team culture.
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Required Qualifications and Skills
- Prepare and process Joint Interest Billing for oil and gas operations.
- Support revenue accounting, royalty payments, partner distributions, and ownership-based allocations.
- Reconcile lease operating expenses, joint account charges, and related accounting transactions.
- Maintain accurate financial, ownership, and accounting records.
- Minimum of 2+ years of accounting experience, preferably in the oil and gas industry.
- Experience with Joint Interest Billing and/or revenue accounting processes.
- Understanding of oil and gas ownership records, division orders, royalty payments, and working interests.
- Strong account reconciliation, data entry, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
- Excellent attention to detail, organization, and deadline management skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced accounting environment.
- Associate's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3 to 5 years of accounting experience in oil and gas accounting.
- Prior experience supporting Joint Interest Billing, revenue accounting, division orders, or royalty payment processes.
- Familiarity with tax reporting requirements and regulatory compliance documentation related to oil and gas operations.
- Experience working closely with accounting, operations, land, and management personnel.