Oil & Gas Assistant Controller — Hybrid, CPA-Driven Leader

StevenDouglas; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oil and gas firm in Houston, TX, is seeking an Assistant Controller to ensure financial reporting integrity and strengthen internal controls. This high-impact position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA certification, and at least 4 years of experience in the oil and gas industry. The role involves partnering with senior leadership, mentoring teams, and driving excellence across accounting functions. The company offers a full-time position with one day of work from home.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• CPA certification is mandatory.
• 4+ years of experience in the oil and gas industry is required.
• 2+ years of public accounting experience is preferred, ideally from a Big 4 firm.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic advisor on technical accounting matters.
• Lead and develop Financial Reporting and General Accounting teams.
• Monitor and assess accounting standards and regulatory developments.
• Ensure the effectiveness of internal control framework.
• Prepare and review accounting position papers for complex transactions.
• Manage the preparation of external financial reports.

Skills

Technical accounting expertise

Internal control knowledge

Leadership and mentoring

Accounting research and analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA

Job description

A leading oil and gas firm in Houston, TX, is seeking an Assistant Controller to ensure financial reporting integrity and strengthen internal controls. This high-impact position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA certification, and at least 4 years of experience in the oil and gas industry. The role involves partnering with senior leadership, mentoring teams, and driving excellence across accounting functions. The company offers a full-time position with one day of work from home.