Company: Weatherford
Skills: Accounting
Experience: 2 + Years
Education: Bachelors/3-5 yr Degree
Employment Type: Full Time Salaried Employee
Location: Houston, Texas, United States
In order to apply for this position, applicants MUST meet the following criteria. If your resume
does not match these criteria, you will not be able to apply for this position.
ORGANIZATION SUMMARY
Weatherford is one of the largest multinational oilfield service companies providing innovative solutions, technology and services to the oil and gas industry. The Company operates in more than 80 countries and has a network of approximately 700 locations, including manufacturing, service, research and development, and training facilities and employs approximately 26,500 people.
Weatherford delivers innovative technologies and services designed to meet the world's current and future energy needs in a safe, ethical, and sustainable manner. Grounded by our core values and inspired by our world-class people, we are committed to being a trusted business partner to those we serve.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Compensation Accountant is primarily responsible for administering the company stock plans. They will prepare and provide information to employees about vesting schedules and exercise process, prepare new hire and other stock grants, process employee transactions to exercise options, maintain and update stock databases, prepare reports and perform analysis.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Preparation of reconciliations and disclosures for quarterly and annual filings
Compiles ad hoc financial schedules for in- house use and external reporting
Works closely with the Accounting, Legal and HR departments to assemble and analyze financial data
Responsible for keeping current with accounting, SEC and industry developments; analyzing the impact to the company
Interacts with US and international Payroll departments to apply the payroll tax treatment of equity vests
Assists in preparation of summaries and analysis for audit committee presentations
Regularly communicates with supervisor work progress, concerns and questions
Special projects, as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
2+ years of experience in accounting and/or external reporting, with extensive knowledge of accounting and financial reporting
High degree of attention- to- detail and excellent analytical, organizational and project management skills; must have a desire to go above and beyond, to get things done and have fun in the process
Must be able to communicate with internal and external customers of all levels
Advanced Excel and spreadsheet skills; must be able to analyze and interpret large datasets
Must be fluent in English (both oral and written)
Preferred:
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or CPA candidate
Certified Equity Professions (CEP) designation or CEP candidate
Strong understanding of Microsoft Office software; prior experience with a complex general ledger (typically found in mid- to large- sized organizations)
Second language such as Spanish, Portuguese or Russian
POSITION SPECIFIC DETAILS
Weatherford offers competitive compensation and benefits upon hire; including paid vacation to start, matching 401K program, comprehensive benefits program and opportunities for on-going training and career development. VEVRAA Federal Contractor - Priority Referral Requested
Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer Females/ Minorities/ Veterans/Disabled and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
