CAMS

Accounting Director, Operated Properties - Exploration and Production

HOUSTON, TXPosted 30+ days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from CAMS

  • Job overview

    The Accounting Director for Operated Properties at CAMS leads financial operations in upstream E&P accounting, focusing on accuracy and reporting for client-owned entities.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves overseeing book maintenance, managing revenue and joint interest billings, leading audits, preparing financial reports, developing accounting policies, and supervising month-end close processes.

  • Compensation and benefits

    CAMS offers medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, life insurance, 401k, flexible spending accounts, employee referral, and tuition reimbursement programs.

  • Experience and skills

    Requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, CPA preferred, with at least 12 years of upstream oil and gas accounting experience and proficiency in oil and gas accounting software like Excalibur.

  • Career development

    The position offers leadership in critical financial operations and opportunities to drive process improvements in a dynamic team environment.

  • Work environment and culture

    CAMS promotes a fast-paced, collaborative environment at the forefront of asset management in oil and gas.

  • Company information

    CAMS specializes in asset management services for the oil and gas industry, focusing on upstream exploration and production accounting.

  • Job location and travel

    The job requires occasional travel and a valid driver's license, implying a location with some travel demands; specific location details are not provided.

  • Application process

    Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and maintain a clean driving record; no specific application instructions are provided.

  • Unique job features

    This role uniquely combines leadership in accounting with hands-on tasks and travel, emphasizing both strategic oversight and operational involvement.

Company overview

Computer Age Management Services Limited (CAMS) is a prominent technology-driven financial infrastructure and services provider in India, primarily serving the mutual fund industry. Established in 1988, CAMS has evolved into a critical player by offering a comprehensive range of services, including transaction processing, record keeping, and customer care for mutual funds. The company generates revenue by charging fees for these services, which are essential for the smooth operation of mutual fund transactions. CAMS plays a vital role in the financial ecosystem, and its history of innovation and reliability has made it a trusted partner for asset management companies.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to emphasize over a decade of upstream oil and gas accounting experience, highlighting expertise in operated properties and financial reporting within E&P sectors.

  • Focus on showcasing leadership in managing revenue processing, joint interest billings, and overseeing month-end close and audit processes, as these are core responsibilities.

  • Apply through multiple platforms including CAMS' official corporate career page and LinkedIn to maximize your application reach and visibility.

  • Leverage LinkedIn to connect with professionals in CAMS' Exploration and Production accounting division; use ice breakers like commenting on recent company projects or expressing interest in their approach to E&P asset management.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating key terms from the job description such as 'E&P accounting,' 'joint interest billings,' 'DD&A calculations,' 'ARO,' and 'financial reporting' to ensure it passes initial screenings.

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