Chief Accounting Officer

ProPetro; United States; On-site; USD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

ProPetro seeks a Chief Accounting Officer to lead all accounting, financial reporting, and controllership functions, ensuring GAAP-compliant financial statements and timely SEC filings.

The CAO will drive technical accounting, internal controls, SOX compliance, and close processes, partnering with external auditors and the CFO. Onsite in Midland or Tomball, with travel to HQ as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA preferred; 15+ years in accounting and financial reporting.
• CPA license; 15+ years with leadership in accounting/financial reporting.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, SOX, and internal controls.
• Experience leading external audits and working with Audit Committees and Boards.
• Experience in power/energy or oilfield services industries; M&A and ERP transformation.
• Onsite requirement in Midland, TX or Tomball, TX with travel to HQ.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting, financial reporting, and controllership functions.
• Oversee SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q) and non‑GAAP disclosures.
• Direct monthly, quarterly, and annual close and consolidation processes.
• Lead technical accounting evaluations and policy setting for significant transactions.
• Oversee income tax accounting (ASC740) with external advisors.
• Maintain SOX compliance and internal controls; manage disclosures committee liaison.
• Collaborate with CFO, Audit Committee, and external auditors.
• Support M&A activities, capital markets, and automation initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA license

Master’s degree in accounting

Tools

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)

External audit coordination tools

Job description

Job Summary

The Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) is the senior accounting executive responsible for the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the Company's financial reporting, accounting operations, and control environment. Reporting directly to the CFO, the CAO provides leadership for SEC reporting, technical accounting, financial close, accounting operations, and compliance activities. The CAO partners with executive leadership, the Audit Committee, and external auditors to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and Sarbanes‑Oxley requirements while supporting the Company's strategic growth objectives. The CAO serves as the Company’s designated principal accounting officer for SEC reporting purposes and as its senior‑most technical accounting authority, providing objective accounting judgment to the CFO, the Audit Committee, and the Board.

Responsibilities

Lead all accounting, financial reporting, and controllership functions. Oversee the preparation and filing of Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and other relevant required SEC filings. Oversee the presentation of non‑GAAP financial measures and key performance indicators in earnings releases and investor materials in compliance with RegulationG and Item10(e) of RegulationS‑K. Ensure accurate and timely financial statements and disclosures in compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements. Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual close and consolidation processes. Lead technical accounting evaluations and establish accounting policies for significant transactions and emerging accounting standards. Key areas include revenue recognition (ASC606), lease and lessor accounting for power‑as‑a‑service arrangements (ASC842), long‑lived asset impairment, business combinations (ASC805), stock‑based compensation (ASC718), segment reporting (ASC280), and accounting for various debt, equity, and hybrid financial instruments. Oversee income tax accounting and reporting (ASC740) in coordination with the Company’s outside advisors. Maintain an effective internal control environment and oversee SOX compliance. Help oversee disclosure controls and procedures, including the quarterly sub‑certification process supporting CEO and CFO certifications under Sections302 and 906 of Sarbanes‑Oxley, and serve as a standing member of the Company’s Disclosure Committee. Serve as the primary management liaison with external auditors and with the SEC staff on comment letters and other accounting‑related regulatory matters. Partner with the CFO, executive leadership team, and Audit Committee on financial reporting, governance, risk management, and strategic initiatives. Support mergers, acquisitions, capital markets activities, and other strategic transactions. Drive process improvement, automation, and technology‑enabled transformation across the accounting function, with particular focus on how AI can improve processes and drive efficiency. Build and develop a high‑performing accounting organization. Strategically and proactively “see around corners” to identify potential issues and work to address them before they surface.

Job Qualifications

• Required Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• CPA license.
• 15+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience, including significant leadership responsibility.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, SOX compliance, and internal controls.
• Demonstrated experience in a leadership role involving financial reporting, technical accounting, operational accounting, and external audit activities.
• Proven ability to work effectively with Audit Committees, Boards of Directors, executive leadership teams, and external auditors.
• Position will be onsite either in Midland, TX (HQ) or Tomball, TX (satellite office with travel to HQ).
• Preferred Master’s degree in accounting or a related field.
• Big Four or other national firm public accounting experience.
• Power generation, energy, oilfield services, power or energy infrastructure industry experience.
• Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions and complex business transactions.
• Experience leading accounting transformation, ERP implementations, and process automation initiatives.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here represent those required for an employee to successfully perform the role’s essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform their major responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, or walk; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop or bend; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 lbs.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here represent environmental conditions an employee will encounter while performing the role’s essential functions. The noise level in some work environments can be moderate and an employee may encounter extreme weather conditions while performing major duties. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities to perform their major responsibilities.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the role’s classification. This job description is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications required of employees assigned to this role.

ProPetro is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ProPetro Services is a leading oilfield services company focused on best‑in‑class completions services including Hydraulic Fracturing, Cementing, and Wireline.