Associate, Corporate Accountant

Murphy Oil • Houston, TX

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Corporate Accountant performs core general accounting activities and helps improve and standardize general ledger and financial close processes across the organization. The role is suited to an accountant with a solid accounting foundation, curiosity, and an interest in improving how work is done. The individual may support process improvements using AI-enabled tools, automation, analytics, and system enhancements while maintaining strong controls, data integrity, and compliance.

The position is based in Murphy Oil Corporation’s Houston corporate office, with the option to work remotely two days per week as business needs allow. Work is performed almost entirely indoors in a controlled environment and does not typically involve hazardous or extreme elements. Some positions may require regularly moving or transporting items weighing up to 25 pounds around the office. The successful candidate must be able to complete the essential physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation, and must follow applicable safety precautions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in accounting or reporting, with an understanding of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance documentation.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and data analysis tools.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn emerging technologies, including AI tools, automation platforms, and reporting solutions that support finance and accounting operations.
• Commitment to continuous improvement.
• Strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to complete all essential physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or equivalent certification.
• Professional services accounting experience, including Big 4 or other firms.
• Proficiency in SAP.
• Experience with AI-enabled productivity tools, workflow automation, Power BI, Power Query, Power Automate, or similar finance technology tools.
• Familiarity with US GAAP and exposure to SEC reporting.
• Experience in the oil and gas industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly accounting activities for financial close accurately and on time.
• Identify repetitive accounting tasks and support process improvements through workflow automation, AI-enabled tools, and system enhancements where appropriate.
• Support the evaluation and responsible use of AI, automation, and other system tools, considering data quality, security, compliance, internal controls, and business-process impacts.
• Manage accounting and reporting activities related to cash, debt, prepaids, and other corporate accounting functions.
• Perform reconciliations of accounting records.
• Perform financial analysis.
• Comply with relevant accounting standards and SOX controls.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Follow all applicable safety precautions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level