Staff Auditor

BRI Consulting Group, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Texas is seeking a Joint Venture & Contract Compliance Auditor to join their audit team. This mid-senior level role involves interpreting agreements, analyzing data, and managing audits in the oil and gas industry. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Mathematics, possess strong analytical skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word. Opportunities for growth and mentorship are provided within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Mathematics is preferred.
• Active CPA license or CPA eligibility is preferred.
• U.S. work authorization with no visa requirements.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Professional proficiency in English, additional languages a plus.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Experience in oil & gas operations is preferred.
• Experience with joint venture or contract compliance audits is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret Joint Operating Agreements, COPAS accounting procedures, and amendments.
• Process and analyze data for audit planning.
• Test billing compliance against contractual terms.
• Communicate with clients and coordinate audit activities.
• Complete audit programs and write comprehensive reports.
• Direct and review the work of team members.
• Plan and lead risk-based audits.
• Manage project budgets and schedules.

Skills

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Mathematics

Active CPA license or CPA-eligible

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Employment Type: Contract to Full-Time Hire

BRI Consulting Group, Inc. is hiring a Joint Venture & Contract Compliance Auditor to join our growing audit team.

About BRI Consulting Group, Inc.

BRI Consulting Group, Inc. is an independent consulting firm providing joint venture, contract compliance, and revenue auditing services to the oil and gas industry. The company was formed in 1992 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas. We are involved in projects across North America and, through our affiliated company BRI International Consulting, Inc., operate in Canada, Egypt, Thailand, Brazil and Israel.

We are looking for a professional eager to grow with a mentorship-focused firm and develop their oil & gas expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret Joint Operating Agreements, COPAS accounting procedures, Master Service Agreements, pricing schedules, and amendments into testable audit criteria.
• Process and analyze data from clients, Operators, and vendors for audit planning and fieldwork.
• Test billing compliance—rates, quantities, markups, taxes, and allocations—against contractual terms and approvals.
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with clients, audit team members, operators, and vendors.
• Complete audit programs, maintain defensible workpapers, and write clear, comprehensive reports.
• Direct, coach, and review the work of team members; uphold quality standards.
• Plan and lead risk-based joint venture and contract compliance audits (including scope, audit program, sampling, and timelines).
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and status reporting.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Key Candidate Attributes

• Critical, strategic thinker
• Strong analytical skills
• Highly organized; maintains well-documented workpapers
• Clear, concise communicator (written and verbal)
• Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities
• Self-directed; thrives in both independent and team settings
• High attention to detail; delivers accurate work under deadlines
• Adaptable to changing scopes and field conditions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Accounting or Mathematics preferred)
• Active CPA license or CPA-eligible (preferred, not required)
• U.S. work authorization (no visa requirements)
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Professional proficiency in English (additional languages a plus)
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally on a limited basis (valid passport or ability to obtain one)
• Experience in oil & gas operations (preferred, not required)
• Experience with joint venture or contract compliance audits (preferred, not required)

Working Conditions

• Contract to Full-time employment
• Office-based position in Greater Uptown Houston
• Typical Monday–Friday business hours

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance