Production Lead Accountant

Devon Energy; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Devon Energy is seeking a Production Accounting Lead to support the PRA cycle and oversee a team of accounting professionals. The role emphasizes accuracy in recording volumes and regulatory filings, with collaboration across Field, Regulatory, and Measurement teams.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 4 years of accounting experience, with proficiency in SAP PRA and ProdView preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of related accounting experience; industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of PRA Accountants and mentor new staff.
• Record and account for all transactions in the oil and gas production cycle.
• Collaborate with Field Personnel, Regulatory, and Measurement teams and leaders.
• Coordinate with Revenue, Accruals, and Compliance functions.
• Analyze monthly variances on volumes and communicate impacts to operations teams.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP PRA

ProdView

Job description

Basic Accountability

The Production Accounting Lead assists the Supervisor in leading a team of accounting professionals. This involves leading the production function as it relates to the organization’s production and revenue accounting (PRA) cycle, including process oversight and technical expertise. Production Lead Accountants also ensure the accuracy of recording volumes and volumetric regulatory filings.

Job Category

Finance and Accounting

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or other related field.

Experience: Requires a minimum of 4 years of related Accounting experience; industry experience preferred.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in leading and developing a team of experienced PRA Accountants and assist in the coaching and mentoring of new employees
• Assist in leading efforts to record and account for all transactions related to the oil and gas production cycle
• Cooperate with Field Personnel, Regulatory, and Measurement and maintain close cooperation with appropriate leaders
• Maintain close working relationship with other accounting functions including Revenue, Accruals, and Compliance
• Assist in leading the analysis and review of monthly variances on volumes
• Communicate with appropriate teams all activities that affect operations
• Assist staff with complex problems as they arise using technical expertise and strong leadership skills
• Learn and understand applicable accounting rules, regulations, and deadlines associated with relevant operating areas
• Foster a mindset of efficiency, productivity, and continuous improvement by focusing on value add activities
• Be a vocal resource who is unafraid to offer input to the PRA leadership team

Other Requirements

• Oil and Gas Industry Experience Preferred
• Practice safe work habits at all times
• Demonstrate commitment to Devon values
• Advanced level computer skills
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Able to prioritize and handle multiple responsibilities and tasks and manage deadlines
• Strong problem solving skills
• Strong analytical and evaluation skills
• SAP PRA experience preferred
• ProdView experience preferred

Equal Employment Opportunity

Devon Energy is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the Devon Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].