O&G Federal Regulatory Accountant

PetroLedger Energy Partners; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Disability insurance

Life insurance

PTO & holidays

Professional development

Job summary

PetroLedger is seeking an Oil & Gas Federal Regulatory Reporting Accountant in Houston to manage ONRR reporting and compliance. The role focuses on compiling, reporting, auditing, and payment of ONRR-2014 Royalty reports and monthly OGOR reporting, working with Accounting, Legal, Land, and Operations to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of federal and state oil & gas regulations, excellent analytical skills, and proficiency with regulatory software and MS

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 3–5 years in regulatory compliance, preferably oil & gas.
• In-depth knowledge of ONRR regulations and reporting requirements, including unbundling and sliding scale royalties.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in regulatory compliance software and MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit accurate and timely ONRR reports.
• Ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations related to oil and gas production.
• Monitor changes in ONRR regulations and assess their impact on company operations.
• Maintain detailed records of all regulatory filings and communications.
• Provide support to staff on regulatory compliance matters.
• Conduct internal audits to confirm accuracy and compliance of regulatory submissions.
• Respond to audits and data requests from ONRR and BLM.
• Address discrepancies and proactively resolve issues related to compliance or reporting errors.
• Coordinate with internal departments (Accounting, Legal, Land, Operations) to obtain necessary reporting data.
• Communicate with clients and internal stakeholders on compliance matters.
• Provide subject matter expertise and support to internal teams on ONRR regulatory matters.

Skills

ONRR regulations

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Regulatory software

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Regulatory compliance software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Oil & Gas Federal Regulatory Reporting Accountant is responsible for managing compliance with the Office of Natural Resources Revenue (ONRR) regulations. The Oil and Gas Regulatory Specialist will be responsible for compiling, reporting, auditing, and payment of ONRR-2014 Royalty reports. The specialist will also take on the task of reporting monthly OGORs. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of federal and state regulations related to oil and gas production and will work closely with various departments to ensure accurate and timely reporting.

JOB DUTIES

Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare and submit accurate and timely reports to ONRR.
• Ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations related to oil and gas production.
• Monitor changes in ONRR regulations and assess their impact on company operations.
• Maintain detailed records of all regulatory filings and communications.
• Provide support to staff on regulatory compliance matters.
• Conduct internal audits to confirm accuracy and compliance of regulatory submissions.
• Respond to audits and data requests from the Office of Natural Resources Revenue (ONRR) and Bureau of Land Management (BLM).
• Address discrepancies and proactively resolve issues related to compliance or reporting errors.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Coordinate with internal departments such as Accounting, Legal, Land, and Operations to obtain necessary reporting data.
• Communicate with clients and internal stakeholders on matters related to compliance and federal obligations.
• Provide subject matter expertise and support to internal teams on ONRR regulatory matters.

Skills

• In-depth knowledge of ONRR regulations and reporting requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in regulatory compliance software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in regulatory compliance, preferably in the oil and gas industry.
• In-depth knowledge of ONRR regulations and reporting requirements. This will include unbundling and sliding scale royalties.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in regulatory compliance software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Notes

This description outlines the core responsibilities of the role but is not exhaustive. Supervisors may set additional goals aligned with PetroLedger Company values.

Why Join PetroLedger?

At PetroLedger, we’re more than an outsourced accounting and land services provider; we’re a collaborative partner to our clients and a growth-focused environment for our people.

What you can expect:

• Meaningful work supporting complex oil & gas operations and client-owned assets
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture with direct access to leadership
• Exposure to diverse clients and systems to expand your expertise
• Flexible, hybrid work environment supporting work-life balance

PetroLedger offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage (STD & LTD)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
• Professional development and growth opportunities