Director of Accounting & Advisory – Oil & Gas

Controller – Oil & Gas

We are seeking an experienced Controller to oversee and optimize the financial and operational accounting functions for our oil and gas clients. This role is responsible for managing the daily accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining regulatory compliance, and leading accounting teams in a deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate is a strategic financial professional with strong leadership capabilities, multi-entity experience, and a deep understanding of GAAP and oil and gas industry regulations. 

About GMP:

Our History

The GMP story began in 1982 when a group of seven professionals set out to create a better public accounting firm. Their goal was to serve clients by acting as trusted advocates for their businesses, their families, and their employees.

They were equally committed to building a workplace culture free from micromanagement — one where professionals could come to work, flourish both creatively and professionally, and maintain balance while leading fulfilling lives.

Our Vision

GMP’s vision is to be the firm of choice in our market by consistently exceeding client expectations.

Our Mission
"Today, I will succeed by providing quality service to help our clients reach their goals, solve their problems and seize their opportunities."

About Ascend: 

Backed by private equity from people-focused Alpine Investors, Ascend is building a dynamic platform for regional accounting firms that enables them to stay independent while accessing the resources of a Top 25 firm to help them grow. Ascend provides access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition and training, leading quality management resources, best-of-breed technology, AI tools, an offshore captive, shared back-office services, a catalytic leadership system, and modernized equity incentives so that firms can surmount today’s industry challenges to reach their full potential. For more information, visit www.ascendtogether.com.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage Revenue Distributions
• Administer and review Joint Interest Billings (JIB)
• Lead the monthly close process, including preparation and review of financial statements
• Review and interpret owner relations and revenue decks
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and industry-specific regulatory requirements
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting team members
• Maintain strict adherence to reporting deadlines and deliverables
• Optimize accounting workflows and operational efficiencies
• Utilize and manage accounting systems, including PAK Energy software

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• Master’s degree and/or CMA or CPA designation preferred
• Strong understanding of the Oil & Gas sector, including industry accounting practices
• Demonstrated experience with oil and gas–specific accounting software (PAK Energy preferred)
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Proven experience in multi-entity environments
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Advanced financial analysis and forecasting capabilities
• Ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Deadline-driven with strong time management skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities