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Job Title:        Senior Revenue Accountant

Department:   Accounting

Reports To:    Director of Operations Accounting

Pay Range:  $82,215-$108,405

 How to Apply: To apply for this position, please email your resume to us at careers@laramie-energy.com and indicate in the subject line the job title you are interested in applying to.

 JOB DESCRIPTION

The Senior Revenue Accountant performs all functions of the revenue process with limited supervision. The person is responsible for updating monthly worksheets and uploading the information into the Bolo system. This individual will be a hands-on, self-motivated, highly organized and creative professional that can interface effectively with Operations, Production Accounting, Land, and Financial Reporting groups and may function as a trainer for lower-level accountants.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for most activities associated with the recording of revenue, expenses, and volumes associated with the sales of oil, gas, and natural gas liquids, including preparation of monthly revenue allocation worksheets, processing prior period adjustments, validating production data, verification of commodity pricing, determine accuracy of revenue and expenses based upon marketing and gathering and processing contracts, accurate royalty disbursements based upon mineral division of interests and state and federal regulations, and coordinate revenue check mailings.
• Formulate monthly revenue matrices for operated wells using interpretations of complex contractual arrangements.
• Prepares and files accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual regulatory reports to appropriate state and federal taxing authorities, and federal royalties.
• Responsible for responding to state and federal regulatory agencies to resolve audits, inquiries, and disputes. Fulfills data requests, review and recalculation of tax and royalties and production volumes, re-filing of wells involved in federal unit expansions or Communitization agreements, and re-filing reports with regulatory authorities.
• Responsible for the accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close. Prepare accruals, journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to identify and resolve accounting issues or errors. Comply with interdepartmental processes to ensure revenue accounting is complying with all Company procedures. Coordinates with other departments in resolving complex revenue accounting matters. Support revenue analysis reports requested by Operations and Management.
• Determine accuracy of royalties received from check stubs received from non-operators based upon mineral division of interests, investigate, and resolve discrepancies.
• Back up to Land group to resolve and correspond with owners regarding revenue checks, transfers, 1099s, DR21Ws, and any other questions; Log and maintain owner inquiry database.
• Support requests from both internal and external auditors. Complete internal and external documentation and testing requests.
• Prepare monthly revenue variance analysis, explain fluctuations in amounts as compared to prior months and estimates. Complete revenue accrual analysis and provide detailed feedback on accrual results.
• Interpret, document, and implement revenue recording process documentation, procedures, and electronic revenue records policies and evaluate and maintain on an ongoing basis.
• As needed or requested, handle other activities and special projects to support well operations, audits, and accounting obligations along with operations and management reports.

COMPETENCIES

• Analytical – Collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data.
• Communications – Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Cooperation – Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations.
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• College or university program degree; or 6+ years related experience and/or training in oil and gas revenue accounting; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline, preferred.
• Knowledge of Bolo accounting system experience preferred. Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook and intermediate to expert level Microsoft Excel.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of revenue accounting. Comprehension, experience, and ability to apply regulatory guidelines and interpretations to royalty and tax filings.
• Highly analytical, and overall ability to thoroughly understand issues and foresee complexities. Experience working in a continuously changing environment.
• Takes ownership, pays attention to detail, and accepts the initiative to take on additional work if necessary.
• Ability to display a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment to effectively manage projects, prioritize deliverables in order to meet deadlines, use time efficiently, and improve efficiencies.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries from managers, vendors, interest owners and regulatory agencies. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.

Job Title:           Senior General Ledger Accountant

Department:  Accounting

Reports To:      Assistant Controller

FLSA Status:   Exempt

SUMMARY

The Senior General Ledger Accountant is a sharp individual who will be a critical part of the month end close and financial reporting. As a part of the financial accounting team at Laramie, this professional will be called upon to assist with any and all tasks related to general ledger accounting, tax accounting and financial reporting. This will be a hands-on, self-motivated, highly organized, and creative professional, who can effectively collaborate with all departments within the Company.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement preparation
• Prepare monthly cash reconciliations
• General ledger review and maintenance, including monthly accruals and journal entry preparation
• Oil and gas properties reconciliation and roll forward preparation
• Prepare monthly hedging schedule and mark-to-market entries
• Develop, document and test internal controls
• Assist with county, state and federal tax filings
• Assist with annual financial statement audits

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Analytical – Collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data;
• Communications – Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods;
• Cooperation – Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations;
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have strong technical systems knowledge, advanced MS Excel skills, working knowledge of MS Word and ability to become familiar with firm specific software.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years of experience in accounting/finance, with at least 2 years of public accounting firm experience
• CPA required
• Oil and gas experience preferred
• Knowledge of DocVue and BOLO is a plus
• Highly analytical, and overall ability to thoroughly understand issues and foresee all complexities
• Great communication and organizational skills
• Ability to effectively manage projects and prioritize deliverables in order to meet deadlines
• Responsible behavior, strong sense of teamwork and willingness to take on additional work, if necessary
• Takes initiative to improve efficiencies, document accounting and administrative procedures
• Works to develop, implement and maintain procedures and processes to support Company growth
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Hybrid (Telecommute/Office)

SALARY RANGE

$80,753-$103,234

Job Title: Plant Operator

Department: Operations

Reports To: Production Manager – North Operations

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $51,840-$66,330

SUMMARY

The Plant Operator is responsible for all operations on site.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Focus on proactive ways to achieve HSE goals for reducing injuries, near misses, and permit deviations. Leads by example. Creates an environment that engages all employees to seek out and minimize risks to enhance a safer work environment.
• Establishes and ensures operations maintain housekeeping standards.
• Perform thorough investigations into all incidents (safety and environmental) that occur in Operations. Follow up on action items to completion with team.
• Provide safety leadership by having safety talks/meetings with operators, encouraging participation in the behavior-based safety observation system to reduce injuries by identifying unsafe/at-risk behaviors. Promote a do it safely culture that does not cut corners and follows all safety procedures. Enforce all safety rules.
• Perform duties trained in during emergencies. Stay current with emergency procedures.
• Ensure all safety work permits are issues with 100% compliance to procedures.
• Ensure team members follow operating procedures to ensure product quality is consistent and meets specifications. Perform thorough investigations on quality issues.
• Ensure that long- and short-term production commitments are met.
• Understand unit capacities and bottlenecks and identify opportunities for improvements to meet business plan needs
• Ensure plans with maintenance that equipment is prepped, clean, and locked out for as required.
• Work with Maintenance on developing long range Turnaround Plans to ensure the plant stays compliant with mechanical integrity requirements and plans to maximize plant reliability. Ensure operations are occurring per the production schedules.

• Ensure all operators complete all shift reports as required and perform a thorough shift relief. Also ensure all operators are performing a thorough shift relief at their work areas.
• Develop and promote consistent communications as appropriate during off-shift hours due to any HSE, quality, and production issues that occur on shift.
• Increase process/plant reliability by measuring on-stream, identifying improvement areas, developing action plans and executing them while working with other plant resources.
• Maximize profitability through production optimization, implementing new products and capacity and by controlling costs appropriately.

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Analytical -Collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data.

• Communications – Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Cooperation – Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations.
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

QUALIFICATIONS

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Proficiency with Microsoft products, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• 2+ years in Plant or Compressor Station Operations
• 3+ years’ experience in the oil and gas industry

LANGUAGE AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and the public.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. The ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATION

• None required

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.