Accounts Payable Specialist

Company: Coterra Energy
Location: Houston
Posted on: April 16, 2024

Job Description:

Job descriptionABOUT COTERRA ENERGY
Coterra Energy Inc. was formed in October 2021 as the result of a merger between Cabot Oil & Gas Corporation and Cimarex Energy. By merging, the two legacy companies have created one entity full of talented people with decades of experience in the energy industry. Our team is passionate about delivering reliable energy to all and achieving environmental excellence while doing so. We embrace innovation and technology and encourage an atmosphere of open dialogue between employees and leadership.


JOB SUMMARY
The Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist is a key support position in Operations Accounting department reporting directly to the AP Supervisor. The AP Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of accounts payable transactions while ensuring invoices comply with internal controls and established policies.


Job requirementsESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Executes on the day-to-day accounts payable operations ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments
• Responsible for accurately coding and entry of invoices in a paperless environment
• Executes on department's process standardization, automation, and continuous process improvement to ensure efficiency, effectiveness, and accuracy
• Build positive relationships with internal and external customers
• Assists AP Lead and works closely with Operations to resolve any issues
• Assist in the AP month-end general ledger close activities as assigned
• Prepares journal entries as appropriate
• Assist with ad-hoc requests and special projects as needed
• Assist with audits related questions for the AP area as required
• Respond to client and vendor inquiries
• Other tasks as assigned
  
  
  SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
  
  
  • Proficiency in computing skills including Microsoft Office is required
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as a team player
  • Ability to work with large amount of detailed data with high level of accuracy
  • Effective communication and leadership skills
  • Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
  • Must be able to meet established deadlines
  • Upstream oil and gas experience is required
  • Working knowledge of Oracle EBS, Enterprise Upstream, and OpenInvoice is a plus
    
    
    EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
    
    High school diploma or GED required, Associate's degree preferred
    
    
    
    YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
    
    5+ years of experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and education, typically required for this role.
    
    Oil & Gas experience highly preferred
    
    
    WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
    
    Work is typically performed indoors in an office environment. Incumbents must be able to perform work which includes typing, sitting, and standing. In the event that incumbent visits operations worksite, personal protection equipment, including head protection, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety shoes, and flame-resistant clothing is required. Safety rules including OSHA and DOT requirements are strictly enforced. Employees must be willing to travel and work extended hours on short notice.
    
    
    
    TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
    
    Percent of Travel Required: Less than 5%; Travel may be required for mandatory meetings or training.
    
    
    
    EEO-1 STATEMENT
    Coterra Energy Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
    
    

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