Property Accountant

About the role

The Property Accountant executes key operational and financial accounting activities within Talos Energy's policies, procedures, and control framework. This role serves as a critical link between Operations, Land, and Accounting to ensure accurate accounting of operated and non-operated offshore properties, including cost tracking, accruals, and financial close.

Responsibilities

• Track and reconcile tangible equipment, including material transfers, yard balances, and valuation accuracy
• Support cash management processes, including AFE cash calls, partner billing, and related reporting
• Assist with the calculation of Asset Retirement Obligation (ARO), including the calculation of accretion expense and application of decommissioning costs
• Support monthly and quarterly close processes to ensure deadlines and reporting requirements are met
• Prepare journal entries and maintain multiple account reconciliations
• Maintain compliance with SOX and internal control requirements, including documentation and testing support
• Collaborate with Operations, Land, and Procurement/Supply Chain to ensure accurate cost classification, accruals, and asset tracking
• Identify and assist implementation of process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy of property accounting processes
• Support joint interest accounting processes, including cost allocations and partner billings as necessary

Requirements

• 2+ years of property accounting experience at an upstream oil and gas company
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Skills

• Strong analytical skills
• Able to perform detailed work with speed and accuracy
• Able to organize and prioritize a dynamic workload involving detailed processes and time-sensitive priorities
• Understanding of upstream accounting principles, including AFE accounting, accrual processes, and operational cost tracking
• Effective communication, both orally (in person and by telephone) and in writing
• Demonstrates integrity and sound judgement in handling ethical matters
• Willing to work extended hours as needed during month-end close, reporting deadlines, and other high-demand periods
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience in BOLO accounting system preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time and use arms and hands in repetitive motion
• A fair amount of standing and walking is also required