General Accountant (Entry Level)

Position Overview

Lewis Energy Group is a vertically integrated E&P Company and one of the top national gas producers in South Texas and the nation. We operate in South Texas and internationally, and we take pride in our family‐oriented work culture and commitment to the communities we serve.

As a General Accountant, you will perform tasks necessary to maintain the accuracy of all financial data across multiple business entities in adherence to accepted accounting procedures as well as external governmental and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Process invoices, post wires, and issue checks on a weekly basis while handling occasional ad hoc payment issues.
• Monitor discount opportunities offered by vendors and issue stop-payments as necessary.
• Review detailed general ledger transactions and historical activity to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Analyze complex financial transactions and prepare the associated general ledger entries, including annual and periodic updates of investment holdings.
• Prepare consolidating entries and financial statements along with various analytical reports for management.
• Ensure transactional accuracy of all financial activity and maintain proper documentation.
• Gather details and receipts for credit card usage and prepare reports with backup support for transactions.
• Reconcile intercompany payables and receivables, research discrepancies, and propose corrections to leadership.
• Reconcile petty cash accounts and review transactions to ensure proper classification as capital or operational expenditures.
• Maintain fixed asset records and prepare Federal Forms 1096 and 1099 annually.
• Manage accounts receivable transactions, including invoicing and recording receipt of payments in the accounting system.
• Determine the proper handling of financial transactions and ensure designated approval limits are maintained.
• Provide support to the payables process by originating wire and ACH transactions, entering vendor invoices, and issuing payments.
• Perform other ad hoc financial documentation and analysis as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Accounting and a minimum of one to two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven ability to analyze business and financial records for report preparation and data adjustments.
• Ability and willingness to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Flexibility to transition between tasks with minimal notice.
• Dedication to fostering positive relationships within the team.
• Capability to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision.

Benefits & Perks

• Insurance:Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, AD&D, and other options to meet your personal needs.
• Retirement:401K with immediate matching contribution.
• Annual Discretionary Bonus.
• Generous Paid Time Offand Paid Holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):Free, confidential support for you and your dependents.
• Wellness & Company Events:Regular events throughout the year.