Accounting Manager, Oil & Gas

Discover Your Potential at Whitley Penn•Dallas, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Whitley Penn is seeking an Accounting Manager to work closely with the Energy Practice leader and develop tools, systems, and processes for Oil & Gas upstream accounting clients. The role oversees the operations of the Oil and Gas Accounting group, including organizational design, staffing, client satisfaction, and engagement planning. The manager sets up and implements accounting functions and processes, ensures technical and professional standards are met, and serves clients in a consultative capacity. The position also includes managing client relationships and engagement budgets, preparing invoices, supporting collections, contributing to business development, and developing, training, coaching, and evaluating associates and senior associates. The role participates in firm committees, training, and performance-management activities. This is a full-time, exempt position in the CAAS - Energy Accounting & Consulting department, based in the Dallas, Plano, or Fort Worth office, with an on-site Monday-through-Friday expectation.

Requirements

At least 8 years of Oil & Gas accounting and analysis experience, primarily in upstream/E&P, with progression in complexity, scope, and engagement assignments.
Experience setting up accounting functions and processes, with implementation capability.
Experience with Ogsys accounting software (OGsql and OGpro) and/or WolfePak.
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting.
Proficiency with technology and accounting programs.
Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, particularly upstream/E&P Oil & Gas accounting, and basic knowledge of federal and state Oil & Gas reporting requirements.
Ability to research and apply theory and experience to individual circumstances.
Professional appearance and demeanor, and a positive attitude.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple engagements and projects simultaneously.
Ability to analyze problems and recommend solutions.
Ability to assess, analyze, and manage risk using appropriate frameworks, professional judgment, and skepticism.
Strong oral and written communication skills, including active listening and clear communication.
Ability to lead and work respectfully and productively with diverse individuals in a variety of roles.
Well-developed management and supervisory skills.

Nice To Haves

APA preferred.
Proven practice development ability.

Responsibilities

Work with the Energy practice Market Leader to develop tools, systems, and processes for Oil & Gas upstream accounting clients.
Oversee the Oil and Gas Accounting group’s operations, including organizational structure, supervision, client satisfaction, engagement planning, scheduling, and staffing.
Set up and implement accounting functions and processes related to Oil & Gas upstream accounting.
Develop comprehensive client service plans for engagements in collaboration with the team.
Identify and research technical issues to ensure compliance with relevant rules, guidelines, and standards.
Ensure processes and deliverables comply with professional and firm standards.
Participate in firm committees and departmental activities and contribute to improvements in policies, processes, and procedures.
Monitor engagement teams and client relationships, remove barriers, and help resolve conflicts.
Provide consultative client service, identify value-added services, gather information, resolve problems, and recommend business and process improvements.
Manage client relationships throughout engagements and communicate progress, problems, and resolutions.
Monitor engagement budgets, review work in progress in Practice Manager, and address overages.
Prepare client invoices, explain fees, and assist with collecting overdue accounts.
Support practice development through local business-community involvement, proposal opportunities, and presentations.
Provide on-the-job training and review the work of associates and senior associates.
Give team members timely, actionable performance feedback, complete evaluations, coach and direct staff, and contribute to promotion-readiness decisions.
Create and monitor developmental plans for team members and document results.
Support staff retention, develop training materials, and instruct professional development programs.
Participate in technical and professional training and the firm’s annual performance-management and goal-setting process.

Benefits

Firm-paid medical insurance, including free employee-only coverage on two of three plans.
Voluntary dental and vision insurance.
17 annual firm holidays, including an extended break around July 4th and year-end.
25 days of PTO.
Paid maternity and parental leave.
401(k) with profit sharing.
Discretionary bonus program.
Firm-paid Becker CPA Review Course and reimbursement for exam fees.
Health and wellness program.
Pet insurance.