Division Order Analyst
Surge Energy America · Houston, TX · 4 wk ago
OTHRFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Create, analyze, and maintain divisions of interest (DOIs) for operated and non-operated properties, ensuring timely setup of revenue and joint interest billing decks in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Interpret and apply title opinions, leases, assignments, probate documents, conveyances, pooling declarations, and joint operating agreements to establish accurate ownership.
- Prepare and issue division orders and transfer orders for newly drilled wells, recompletions, and ownership changes.
- Process Working Interest (WI) and Royalty Interest (RI) transfers, including ownership changes due to sales, probate, mergers, and other conveyances.
- Collaborate with in-house and field Landmen to obtain and cure title defects; coordinate with legal resources as needed.
- Respond to inquiries from royalty owners, WI partners, and internal teams regarding ownership, payments, and title matters.
- Partner closely with Land, Accounting, Revenue, and Operations groups to ensure alignment on ownership changes, deck setup, and revenue distribution.
- Maintain accurate and timely data entry in land and revenue systems, ensuring data integrity and audit readiness.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including mineral owners, operators, and industry partners.
Competencies
- Ensures Accountability — Takes ownership of accuracy, deadlines, and compliance in DOI setup and maintenance.
- Manages Complexity — Interprets intricate title documents, legal instruments, and ownership scenarios with sound judgment.
- Plans & Aligns — Prioritizes workload effectively to meet statutory deadlines and internal operational needs.
- Collaborates — Works seamlessly with Land, Accounting, Operations, and external stakeholders.
- Communicates Effectively — Conveys technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Decision Quality — Makes informed, timely decisions based on legal, contractual, and operational considerations.
- Nimble Learning — Adapts quickly to new systems, regulatory changes, and evolving asset portfolios.
- Resourcefulness — Identifies solutions to title issues and ownership discrepancies with minimal supervision.
- Tech Savvy — Utilizes land and revenue systems efficiently and embraces digital tools to improve accuracy and workflow.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Energy Management, or related field.
- Minimum 5+ years of oil & gas experience in Division Order, Land Administration, or related discipline.
- Experienced in calculating horizontal wells.
- Strong ability to interpret complex legal and contractual documents and apply them to ownership determinations.
- High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and compliance.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain ownership and payment matters to non-technical stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.
- Technically savvy with demonstrated expertise and mastery of Land Software systems/programs.
Preferred Qualifications
- CDOA certification.
- Experience with Quorum Software Suite.