AP Specialist

Crescent Energy Management LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Crescent Energy is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist in Houston, TX to ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices and payment requests. The role supports vendor relations and internal stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma, 3+ years AP experience, and strong Excel skills. Preference given to SAP and OpenInvoice experience; compensation aligned with market rates. Contact [e-mail] for applications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three years of Accounts Payable experience.
• Intermediate Excel skills, including lookup functions, PivotTables and formulas.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize a high volume of transactions.

Responsibilities

• Onboard new vendors and validate required documentation.
• Review and process invoices and manual payment requests in OpenInvoice.
• Respond to vendor and internal questions about invoice status and payments promptly.
• Resolve routine invoice coding and payment exceptions.
• Escalate complex issues to supervisor or senior AP Specialist.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Identify process inefficiencies and suggest improvements.
• Perform additional AP duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

OpenInvoice

Job description

Crescent is a differentiated U.S. energy company committed to delivering value through a disciplined, returns-driven growth through acquisition strategy and consistent return of capital. Our long-life, balanced portfolio combines significant cash flow from stable production with a deep, high-quality development inventory. Crescent is a top three producer in the Eagle Ford basin and a scaled operator in each of the Permian and Uinta basins. Crescent’s leadership is an experienced team of investment, financial and industry professionals that combines proven investment and operating expertise. For more than a decade, Crescent and our predecessors have executed on a consistent strategy focused on cash flow, risk management and returns. Through disciplined and accretive investments, we have successfully tripled the size of our company since going public in December 2021 while maintaining a strong balance sheet.

The Accounts Payable Specialist reports to the Accounts Payable Supervisor. They ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices and payment requests, resolve coding and payment discrepancies, and maintain productive relationships with vendors, field teams, and internal stakeholders. The role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to perform in a fast-paced work environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Onboard new vendors, including validating required documentation
• Review and process invoices and manual payment requests in OpenInvoice
• Respond to vendor and internal questions about invoice status and payments in a timely manner
• Resolve routine invoice coding and payment exceptions
• Escalate complex, recurring or unresolved issues to Supervisor or Senior AP Specialist
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements
• Perform additional accounts payable duties and special projects assigned

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of three years of Accounts Payable experience
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including lookup functions, PivotTables, and formulas

Preferred Qualifications

• Oil and gas industry experience SAP and OpenInvoice experience

Personal Attributes

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Demonstrates accountability and follows assigned items through resolution Strong attention to detail Effectively prioritizes a high volume of transactions while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines Maintains established productivity, accuracy, availability, and response-time standards in both office and remote-work settings

Crescent Energy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender/pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Crescent Energy is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please let us know by contacting [e-mail].

Crescent is a differentiated U.S. energy company committed to delivering value through a disciplined, returns-driven growth through acquisition strategy and consistent return of capital. Our long-life, balanced portfolio combines significant cash flow from stable production with a deep, high-quality development inventory. Crescent is a top three producer in the Eagle Ford basin and a scaled operator in each of the Permian and Uinta basins. Crescent’s leadership is an experienced team of investment, financial and industry professionals that combines proven investment and operating expertise. For more than a decade, Crescent and our predecessors have executed on a consistent strategy focused on cash flow, risk management and returns. Through disciplined and accretive investments, we have successfully tripled the size of our company since going public in December 2021 while maintaining a strong balance sheet.