Staff Accountant

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Job Title: Staff Accountant (Oil & Gas)

Location: Denver, Cherry Creek Neighborhood
Job Type: Contract (3-6 months)
Start Date: ASAP
Pay Rate: $31-38/hr DOE

About the Role:

We are seeking a Staff Accountant to join our team on a 3-6 month contract while we hire for full-time positions. This role is ideal for an accountant with 2-3 years of experience, preferably in the oil and gas industry (though not required). The selected candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our accounting operations and will be required to work on-site daily.

Key Responsibilities:

• AFE Creation – Prepare and manage Authorization for Expenditure (AFE) documentation.
• JIB Accounts Receivable Booking – Process Joint Interest Billing (JIB) transactions accurately.
• Recurring Entry Preparation – Assist in creating and managing recurring journal entries.
• Trial Balance Updates – Refresh and review trial balances for accuracy.
• Vendor Setup & Review – Ensure correct setup of new vendors, including 1099 suppression as needed.
• GL Period Management – Open and close General Ledger periods in all corporate entities within Enertia.
• Reconciliation Management – Roll monthly reconciliations and ensure accuracy.
• Journal Entries (JEs) – Prepare and post standard monthly journal entries.
• Intercompany Reconciliation – Manage and reconcile intercompany accounts.
• Cleanup & Adjusting Entries – Process monthly cleanup entries to maintain financial integrity.
• Financial Reporting – Assist in preparing monthly financials and updating reconciliations.
• ASC 842 Lease Accounting – Set up new leases under ASC 842 guidelines.
• Maintain Monthly Checklist – Ensure all assigned accounting tasks are completed accurately and on time.

Qualifications & Skills:

• 2-3 years of accounting experience, ideally within oil and gas.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Experience with Enertia or similar accounting software is a plus.
• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting tools.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work on-site daily in a collaborative office environment.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to gain valuable oil & gas accounting experience.
• Work with a highly skilled team in a dynamic industry.
• Potential for extension or transition into a full-time role.

If you meet the qualifications and are eager to contribute in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply!

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