Accounts Payable - 1099 Specialist

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BASIC ACCOUNTABILITY 
Under the general direction of the Manager, the Accounts Payable Staff Accountant supports Expenditure Accounting by assisting the team with various accounts payable processes, including 1099s, back-up withholding taxes, Concur Expense Report management, Account Reconciliations, and other misc. items. They analyze and enhance accounting processes, workstreams, and data analysis related to the area. The Accounts Payable Staff Accountant will collaborate with other team members, interact with internal and external stakeholders, and identify opportunities for process improvements. They keep abreast of federal and state regulations related to 1099 compliance and back-up withholding tax.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or other Business-related field

EXPERIENCE
 4 years of experience in oil and gas industry accounting with a preference of 1099 and back-up withholding tax experience.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete accurate and timely reporting of Back-up Withholding to regulatory agencies.
• Complete monthly reconciliations of Back-up Withholding accounts
• Complete Annual 1099 filings
• Complete research around 1099 and Back-up withholding regulations
• Process priority payment requests daily
• Head administrator for Concur expense reporting system
• Review expense reports for employee adherence to Devon policy
• Complete monthly reconciliations for company credit card accounts
• Review, investigate, and clear returned payments, refunds, or unsubmitted credit memos
• Other duties as assigned by team leadership

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 skills, including Excel, Word, and Teams.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent prioritization and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple responsibilities and tasks while meeting deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and evaluation skills.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Practice safe work habits at all times.

Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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