Senior Accounts Payable Clerk

JOB SUMMARY:

The Senior Accounts Payable Clerk position is responsible for reviewing vendor invoices posted in the system, including verification of invoice information and cost coding, and processing corrections. Other responsibilities could include vendor reporting, validation and input of vendor data, and training other Accounts Payable Clerks. This position will work in our Oklahoma City Office.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Timely review of posted invoices, including verification of accurate payment amounts, invoice information, supporting documentation, coding, and sufficient approval
• Process corrections of posted invoices
• Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with accepted accounting practices
• Support other functions as needed, including occasional invoice processing
• Assist in month end closing
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Experience in the oil and gas exploration and production industry
• Use of oil and gas accounting software for processing invoices, payments, and other Accounts Payable transactions (systematic workflow experience preferred)
• Experience applying and/or reviewing oil and gas invoice coding
• Proficient with MS Office (i.e. Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Ability to perform mathematical computations quickly and accurately
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively and independently with minimal supervision
• Good problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
• Professional verbal, and written communication skills
• Proactive approach to looking at processes and systems to facilitate continuous improvement

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business-related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered in lieu of degree
• 3-5 years Oil & Gas experience in Accounts Payable or E&P
• Intermediate knowledge of Oil & Gas operations
• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills
• General understanding of Oil & Gas Accounts Payable Processes

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand as necessary. Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time. The ability to use a computer, tablet or smart phone for extended periods of time. Basic use of office equipment such as copier and fax machines. Ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, along with equipment necessary to design, draw, and execute plans.

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

This is a full-time non-exempt position. Days and hours of work will vary due to workload and needs of the company.

TRAVEL:

Minimal travel is expected for this position.

This description is intended to describe the type of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by the employee. Gulfport Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Gulfport also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, except where such an accommodation would cause an undue hardship.