Conversion Accountant

The Company:
a major oil and gas operator

The Role:
POSITION SUMMARY
Contract position - this is an individual contributor position that will work closely with the US JV SAP Project ONE team members in converting P&L and Balance Sheet account information to the new version of SAP.

ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conversion Accountant:
• Analyze general ledger accounts to be converted
• Identify possible conversion roadblocks and propose solutions
• Assist in developing and documenting the process for converting P&L and BS accounts mid-year
• Work with US JV Team on data cleanup and conversion preparation
• Build conversion files and test in various SAP environments and document results
• Work with Team Members on other US JV Phase 2 conversion processes
• Manage/create files to move balances from a single company code to multiple company codes
• Liaison with other Shared Services departments for general ledger conversion

COMPETENCIES:
Functional
• Expert process, technical, and analytical skills
• Expert computer skills – ability to work with SAP, SAP BI, HFM, Excel, and Word
• In depth knowledge of SAP data structure
• In-depth knowledge of US oil and gas accounting and operations

Behavioral
• Ability to achieve expectations for work quality and productivity
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills – ability to develop strong working relationships with co-workers in different departments and locations
• Strong business partnering skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to adapt to new work processes, procedures, and/or requirements
• Ability to work independently or as a part of team
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to work overtime in peak cycles as required

Essential Skills / Qualifications:
EXPERIENCE:
Must have SAP knowledge/experience
5-10 years of related US accounting experience
Previous conversion experience a plus

EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related Business field required
Certified Public Accountant or Chartered Accountant certification preferred