ABOUT US

Jonah Energy is an oil and gas exploration and development company headquartered in Denver, Colorado and operating in the Jonah and Pinedale Fields in Sublette County, Wyoming. The company is one of the largest privately held natural gas producers in the US and focuses on producing natural gas in an environmentally responsible manner.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Accountant I/II contributes to the Accounting Team based in our Denver office and supports both the financial reporting and tax functions. This position is primarily responsible for supporting monthly close and financial reporting processes and assisting in the preparation of state, federal and local tax filings. The Accountant I/II applies basic accounting principles and concepts to perform duties and works under close supervision reporting to the Manager – Financial Reporting and indirectly to the Director – Tax.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the monthly close process by creating journal entries, preparing accounting reconciliations and rolling forward monthly and quarterly files
• Support the financial reporting process by performing financial statement tie-outs and gathering support and inputs needed by the team
• Prepare schedules that present revenues and expenses and well as costs that are non-recurring (one-time in nature) in support of our FP&A activities
• Support interim and annual audits by gathering control support, obtaining certification signatures, updating process narratives and obtaining required documents for our external auditors (PBC requests)
• Support the Director-Tax with monthly sales and use tax research and filings
• Support the Director-Tax by maintaining fixed assets using fixed asset software (SAGE) and processes
• Support the Director-Tax by gathering recurring inputs required for tax compliance
• Prepare payment requests for quarterly tax estimates and other business needs
• Coordinate recurring meetings for tax provision reviews, disclosure committee and audit related meetings
• Support vendor change maintenance process
• Help to maintain accounting related systems as needed
• Maintain respectful and productive working relationships within and across all work groups, ensuring effective collaboration and cooperation.
• Create a work environment that is consistent with the company’s Purpose, Vision & Core Values.

OTHER DUTIES

• Census reporting support
• Support the Director-Tax by rolling forward tax workpapers and tying out tax returns
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned to support the success of the department and company

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• High attention to detail to produce accurate work product
• Collect, analyze and interpret information to evaluate accuracy of expected results
• Identify problems and analyze potential solutions of limited scope and complexity
• Strong organizational skills, flexible, multi-task and prioritize work to meet competing deadlines
• Understands data, data mining tools (Excel etc.) and system interfaces, apply technology solutions to job responsibilities and for continuous improvement
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; effectively converse with all levels of the company, customers, business associates
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Professional integrity and accountability
• Work in fast-paced, collaborative environment

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates degree in Accounting, Business, Tax or Finance or equivalent relevant experience
• No experience required for level I - 3 years’ experience in accounting for level II

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

• None

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Previous experience in Oil and Gas Exploration & Production
• Experience in auditing

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business, Tax or Finance or equivalent relevant experience

PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

• None

POSITION SCOPE & IMPACT

• Individual contributor with impact internal to the Company on financial reporting and tax accounting functions

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work in a climate-controlled office and routinely use standard office equipment

TRAVEL

• Minimal

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The minimum job requirements posted above is for an Accountant I. A candidate will be hired into the appropriate level based upon their experience, skills and qualifications.

We offer a comprehensive benefit package including generous PTO, 401k match and discretionary profit sharing, tuition assistance, professional development, and eligibility for annual bonus. Additionally, eligible employees may enroll in health, dental, vision and life insurance on their first day of employment and elect from several voluntary group benefits. As an employee you have the opportunity to make a difference in a company where your position is critical to project success!

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Jonah Energy LLC not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment screenings.