Lead Financial Accountant

Devon Energy - Oklahoma City, OK

Full-time - Mid Level

Oklahoma City, OK

Oil and Gas Extraction

About the position

The Lead Financial Accountant at Devon Energy Corporation is responsible for overseeing Fixed Asset processes, focusing on unproved leasehold, depreciation, depletion, and amortization (DD&A), as well as acquisition and divestiture accounting. This role requires strong communication skills to collaborate across segments and ensure compliance with accounting principles and regulations. The accountant will lead projects, manage deadlines, and contribute to continuous improvement within the financial accounting team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure appropriate accounting treatment of oil and gas acquisitions and divestitures under the Successful Efforts method of accounting.
• Ensure appropriate treatment of undeveloped lease cost, including impairment assessments.
• Collaborate cross-functionally in support of Devon's goals and overall accounting efficiencies.
• Validate property-related transactions and reports are prepared in compliance with internal controls and policies, and relevant laws and regulations.
• Facilitate and lead discussions/research in the resolution of complex issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Approximately 6 or more years of experience in financial accounting and/or oil and gas accounting.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• CPA preferred.
• Oil and gas accounting experience preferred.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Experience using Microsoft Office.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with optimization software.

Benefits

• Wellness programs
• Career development opportunities
• Competitive compensation package