Job Description
Position Summary Freedom Operating Company is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Accounting Analyst to support the organization’s accounting operations, financial reporting, and month-end close processes. This position will work closely with the Chief Financial Officer within a small, collaborative accounting department and will be responsible for general ledger activity, journal entries, account reconciliations, financial statement preparation, and financial analysis.
The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background, excellent analytical and organizational skills, and the ability to independently research and resolve accounting discrepancies. Previous experience in the oil and gas industry is strongly preferred. A Certified Public Accountant designation is highly desirable.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Assist with managing and coordinating the monthly, quarterly, and year-end accounting close processes.
- Prepare and post monthly and quarterly general ledger journal entries.
- Prepare recurring, adjusting, and accrual entries and ensure all accruals are reasonable, properly supported, and accurately recorded.
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts each month and research or resolve identified discrepancies.
- Prepare monthly bank reconciliations.
- Perform account analysis for transactions affecting cash flow and assist with cash flow reconciliations.
- Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules for review by the CFO.
- Develop and maintain the monthly closing calendar for review and approval by the CFO.
- Conduct account analysis, research unusual transactions, and provide explanations regarding account activity and financial variances.
- Prepare monthly accounts payable aging reports and identify invoices to be included in payment processing.
- Process and print accounts payable checks and submit positive-pay files to the appropriate banking institution.
- Initiate wire transfers for review and approval by authorized members of management.
- Maintain accurate supporting documentation for journal entries, reconciliations, financial reports, and other accounting transactions.
- Develop and maintain accounting procedures and process documentation, coordinating with other departments as necessary.
- Assist with audit preparation and provide requested schedules, reports, and supporting documentation.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, internal controls, reporting accuracy, and departmental efficiency.
- Complete financial analyses, accounting research, and special projects assigned by the CEO or CFO.
- Provide additional accounting and administrative support as needed within the department.
Required Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Three or more years of progressively responsible accounting or financial reporting experience.
- Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and general ledger accounting.
- Experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and financial statements.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, account analysis, and financial reporting.
- Ability to research discrepancies, analyze complex transactions, and communicate findings clearly.
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, organization, and follow-through.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet monthly and quarterly reporting deadlines.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality when working with financial and company information.
Preferred Qualifications - Previous accounting experience within the oil and gas industry.
- Experience with oil and gas accounting practices, terminology, or financial reporting.
- Certified Public Accountant designation or active progress toward CPA certification.
- Experience with accounting software (Enertia Software preferred), enterprise resource planning systems, banking platforms, and positive-pay processes.
- Experience assisting with financial audits, internal controls, or process improvement initiatives.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Thorough understanding of general ledger activity and financial statement relationships.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the CFO and other departments.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to appropriately prioritize time-sensitive accounting responsibilities.
- Sound professional judgment and a high level of integrity.
- Adaptability and willingness to assist with responsibilities outside of the position’s primary functions in a small-company environment.
Work Environment This position is based in Freedom Operating Company’s Tulsa, Oklahoma office.
Additional Information This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to contain a comprehensive listing of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Responsibilities may be modified or expanded based on the operational needs of Freedom Operating Company.
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office