Assistant Controller | Midstream Energy
ASSISTANT CONTROLLER | Midstream Energy
J MAR’s client, a growing midstream energy company operating pipeline and natural gas processing infrastructure, is seeking a hands-on Assistant Controller to oversee day-to-day outsourced accounting operations and help build the financial infrastructure needed to support the company’s continued growth.
The ideal candidate brings progressive midstream accounting experience with a strong understanding of natural gas gathering, pipeline, and gas processing accounting. Experience performing and/or overseeing gas plant accounting is highly preferred.
LOCATION
Houston, Texas 77056 (Galleria Area)
WHY THIS POSITION?
- Reporting directly to the CFO, this position offers an exceptional opportunity to broaden your accounting leadership responsibilities while preparing for future advancement into the Controller role.
- Company offers a Competitive Base Salary + Bonus + Long-Term Incentive + Excellent Benefits Package
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee outsourced accounting operations, including accounts payable, plant accounting, and treasury.
- Review revenue and invoicing related to pipelines, processing facilities, and disposal systems.
- Manage and review monthly accruals and journal entries.
- Lead monthly close processes and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
- Coordinate and review monthly account reconciliations.
- Serve as the key liaison between Accounting and Operations teams.
- Establish and document internal controls and processes.
- Organize audit schedules and supporting documentation while serving as the primary contact for the annual external audit.
- Take ownership of special projects that support company growth and execution.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. CPA preferred.
- Strong accounting and supervisory or management experience in oil and gas.
- Midstream accounting experience including natural gas gathering, pipeline, and gas processing.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables and data analysis.
- Experience leading monthly financial close and financial reporting activities.
- Public accounting experience is a plus.
- Comfortable working in a lean, entrepreneurial organization.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
- Proactive, self-motivated team player with a roll-up-your-sleeves attitude.
- Desire and demonstrated potential to grow into the Controller role.
ABOUT J MAR
For more than 30 years, J MAR & Associates has specialized exclusively in recruiting professionals across the oil & gas industry. Our clients include many of the industry’s most respected upstream, midstream, downstream, and energy service companies.
Our industry expertise, extensive network, and long-standing relationships enable us to connect exceptional professionals with outstanding career opportunities while maintaining the highest level of professionalism and confidentiality.