Jonah Energy
Manager - JIB Accounting
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Jonah Energy Position Summary
Under limited supervision, the Manager – JIB Accounting oversees joint‑interest billing activities, including maintaining ledgers for shared well and facility costs, managing partner collections and disbursements, and ensuring contract compliance. The role collaborates closely with Field Operations, Land, and Operations teams to monitor capital spend and AFE activity and supports joint‑venture expense audits, inventory accounting, and operational expenditure tracking in compliance with GAAP, COPAS, JOAs, and related agreements. The position reports to the Senior Director – Accounting in the Denver office. Essential Responsibilities
Manage a team of direct reports, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and timely. Ensure compliance with internal controls, COPAS, and joint operating agreements; partner with the Assistant Controller and other Jonah team members. Act as subject‑matter expert and main point of contact for all JIB situations. Partner with the Corporate Accounting team to timely post and/or process recurring monthly journal entries, including accruals for an accurate GL close. Review and prepare timely and accurate account reconciliations. Maintain a JIB desk manual. Process monthly non‑operated JIB invoices and analyze any billed discrepancies with thorough follow‑up and resolution. Perform partner and business vendor set‑up and maintenance as needed. Ensure accurate and timely processing of JIB leveraging the ERP system (Quorum). Manage the relationship with Procurement for processing MTs and other inventory inquiries. Partner with the field office to ensure inventory is tracked and recorded in the GL correctly. Perform ongoing evaluation of field inventory value to apply lower‑of‑cost or net realizable value. Conduct inventory counts in accordance with SOX narratives, as needed. Prepare journal entries to reflect inventory balances. Correspond with third parties to account for inventory held offsite. Coordinate audits, comply with data requests, resolve JIB audit issues, and issue audit response letters. Maintain respectful and productive working relationships within and across work groups. Create a work environment consistent with Jonah’s Purpose, Vision & Core Values. Other Duties
Work closely with external auditors to provide documentation for joint‑venture and financial statement audits. Provide timely responses to internal and external inquiries. Maintain internal control walkthrough documentation and update key controls. Cross‑train key activities to others in the accounting department. Review processes and propose improvements. Troubleshoot and test ERP modules specific to job functions. Provide timely analysis of JIB G/L accounts. Participate in educational opportunities and professional development. Perform other duties as assigned to support department and company success. Supervisory Responsibilities
Manage, mentor, and develop a team of direct reports, providing feedback and performance evaluations. Delegate tasks effectively and ensure timely completion. Oversee day‑to‑day operations and workload distribution. Support employee development through coaching, training, and career growth. Address performance issues and implement corrective actions. Participate in hiring, onboarding, and training of new team members. Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment aligned with company values. Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls. Qualifications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong understanding of GAAP as it applies to JIB Accounting. Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite. Working knowledge of COPAS expenditure practices. People‑management experience. Meticulous attention to detail and precision. Strong organizational and time‑management skills. Excellent critical thinking and problem‑solving skills. Experience evaluating oil & gas joint operating agreements. Experience executing JIB processes, manual and automated, in an ERP system. Ownership of projects and responsibilities in a lean team. Professional integrity and accountability. Ability to work in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment. Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience. Five plus years JIB accounting supervisory experience. Eight plus years JIB accounting experience. Preferred Qualifications
JV audit experience in upstream oil and gas industry. Experience with Quorum Upstream ERP system. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or equivalent. Accredited Petroleum Accountant certification. Position Scope & Impact
Manager with an impact on all joint accounts operated by Jonah Energy and non‑operating working interests and JV audits. Influences department goals through personal effort and team leadership. Work Environment
Climatic office with standard equipment. Travel
Up to 5% to field locations, as business requires. Physical Requirements
Remain seated 90% of the time. Speak and hear clearly 100% of the time. Lift up to 20 lbs 20% of the time. Stoop, kneel, bend, and reach 20% of the time. Dexterity to write and manipulate keyboard and mouse 100% of the time. Helps some employees increase chances of interviewing at Jonah Energy by 2x. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including generous PTO, 401(k) match, profit sharing, tuition assistance, professional development, and eligibility for short‑term and long‑term incentive programs. Eligible employees may elect from numerous voluntary group benefits and enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre‑employment screenings. It has been and will continue to be the policy of Jonah Energy LLC not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level Employment Type
Full‑time Job Function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries
Oil and Gas
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Jonah Energy Position Summary
Under limited supervision, the Manager – JIB Accounting oversees joint‑interest billing activities, including maintaining ledgers for shared well and facility costs, managing partner collections and disbursements, and ensuring contract compliance. The role collaborates closely with Field Operations, Land, and Operations teams to monitor capital spend and AFE activity and supports joint‑venture expense audits, inventory accounting, and operational expenditure tracking in compliance with GAAP, COPAS, JOAs, and related agreements. The position reports to the Senior Director – Accounting in the Denver office. Essential Responsibilities
Manage a team of direct reports, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and timely. Ensure compliance with internal controls, COPAS, and joint operating agreements; partner with the Assistant Controller and other Jonah team members. Act as subject‑matter expert and main point of contact for all JIB situations. Partner with the Corporate Accounting team to timely post and/or process recurring monthly journal entries, including accruals for an accurate GL close. Review and prepare timely and accurate account reconciliations. Maintain a JIB desk manual. Process monthly non‑operated JIB invoices and analyze any billed discrepancies with thorough follow‑up and resolution. Perform partner and business vendor set‑up and maintenance as needed. Ensure accurate and timely processing of JIB leveraging the ERP system (Quorum). Manage the relationship with Procurement for processing MTs and other inventory inquiries. Partner with the field office to ensure inventory is tracked and recorded in the GL correctly. Perform ongoing evaluation of field inventory value to apply lower‑of‑cost or net realizable value. Conduct inventory counts in accordance with SOX narratives, as needed. Prepare journal entries to reflect inventory balances. Correspond with third parties to account for inventory held offsite. Coordinate audits, comply with data requests, resolve JIB audit issues, and issue audit response letters. Maintain respectful and productive working relationships within and across work groups. Create a work environment consistent with Jonah’s Purpose, Vision & Core Values. Other Duties
Work closely with external auditors to provide documentation for joint‑venture and financial statement audits. Provide timely responses to internal and external inquiries. Maintain internal control walkthrough documentation and update key controls. Cross‑train key activities to others in the accounting department. Review processes and propose improvements. Troubleshoot and test ERP modules specific to job functions. Provide timely analysis of JIB G/L accounts. Participate in educational opportunities and professional development. Perform other duties as assigned to support department and company success. Supervisory Responsibilities
Manage, mentor, and develop a team of direct reports, providing feedback and performance evaluations. Delegate tasks effectively and ensure timely completion. Oversee day‑to‑day operations and workload distribution. Support employee development through coaching, training, and career growth. Address performance issues and implement corrective actions. Participate in hiring, onboarding, and training of new team members. Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment aligned with company values. Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls. Qualifications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong understanding of GAAP as it applies to JIB Accounting. Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite. Working knowledge of COPAS expenditure practices. People‑management experience. Meticulous attention to detail and precision. Strong organizational and time‑management skills. Excellent critical thinking and problem‑solving skills. Experience evaluating oil & gas joint operating agreements. Experience executing JIB processes, manual and automated, in an ERP system. Ownership of projects and responsibilities in a lean team. Professional integrity and accountability. Ability to work in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment. Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience. Five plus years JIB accounting supervisory experience. Eight plus years JIB accounting experience. Preferred Qualifications
JV audit experience in upstream oil and gas industry. Experience with Quorum Upstream ERP system. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or equivalent. Accredited Petroleum Accountant certification. Position Scope & Impact
Manager with an impact on all joint accounts operated by Jonah Energy and non‑operating working interests and JV audits. Influences department goals through personal effort and team leadership. Work Environment
Climatic office with standard equipment. Travel
Up to 5% to field locations, as business requires. Physical Requirements
Remain seated 90% of the time. Speak and hear clearly 100% of the time. Lift up to 20 lbs 20% of the time. Stoop, kneel, bend, and reach 20% of the time. Dexterity to write and manipulate keyboard and mouse 100% of the time. Helps some employees increase chances of interviewing at Jonah Energy by 2x. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including generous PTO, 401(k) match, profit sharing, tuition assistance, professional development, and eligibility for short‑term and long‑term incentive programs. Eligible employees may elect from numerous voluntary group benefits and enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre‑employment screenings. It has been and will continue to be the policy of Jonah Energy LLC not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level Employment Type
Full‑time Job Function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries
Oil and Gas
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