Matador Gas & Power

Description:

POSITION SUMMARY 

As a Senior Manager, Accounting and Controllership, you will play a critical role in shaping the integrity and transparency of financial reporting while driving high-impact initiatives across the enterprise. This position offers a unique opportunity to operate at the intersection of accounting, strategy, and operations—providing visibility to senior leadership, our private equity sponsor, and influencing key business decisions. 

You will provide oversight of financial reporting and compliance processes, ensuring alignment with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and our financial covenant compliance. In this role, you will manage complex, end-to-end processes that directly impact financial statements, internal controls, and audit outcomes. You will also champion continuous improvement, modernize accounting operations, and provide insightful financial guidance to support strategic growth. 

Equally important, you will help foster a culture grounded in integrity, collaboration, and accountability. 

About the Team 

The Corporate Finance & Accounting team is a dynamic and collaborative group. We support critical accounting, risk management, and internal control activities across corporate functions: including mergers & acquisitions, with responsibility for balance sheet management. 

Our team partners closely with stakeholders across finance, operations, and compliance to deliver accurate and timely reporting both internally and to our Private Equity sponsor to strengthen risk management, and drive enterprise-wide process improvements. We are deeply committed to continuous improvement, leveraging data and insights to enhance financial reporting and decision-making while maintaining rigorous control standards in support of the company’s strategic priorities. 

WHAT YOU'LL DO 

• Oversee accounting and reporting processes related to Corporate functions and M&A integrations. 
• Drive the Close and Consolidation process for a private-equity backed roll-up platform, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. 
• Lead accounting strategy for Matador’s mergers & acquisitions and integration initiatives by advising complex transactions, strategic projects, and emerging business models. 
• Partner with Finance and Operations to ensure US GAAP compliance. 
• Oversee accounting reviews and financial reporting to support strategic business objectives. 
• Drive automation and digital transformation to enhance efficiency, controls, and scalability. 
• Own and deliver high-quality financial reporting and analysis across the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement. 
• Drive adherence to US GAAP, SOX, and regulatory requirements, strengthening internal controls and audit readiness. 
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to provide financial insights and strategic guidance that influence planning, decision-making, and execution. 

WHAT YOU'LL BRING 

• Strong background in accounting and financial reporting, with deep knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and audit frameworks. 
• Proven ability to lead through complexity, manage cross-functional initiatives, and influence stakeholders. 
• A passion for continuous improvement, with experience driving process transformation and operational efficiency. 
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business insights. 
• A growth mindset - challenge the status quo, embrace innovation, and seek better ways of working. 
• A demonstrated interest in process improvement, automation, implementation of technology. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and accounting software/ experience is strongly preferred. 
• An ability to understand both the technical accounting requirements and the underlying data and processes needed to deliver accurate results. 
• A collaborative mindset and demonstrated ability to build relationships and work effectively across teams, functions, and geographies. 
• Advanced degree or relevant professional certification such as a CPA or Master’s degree in Accounting preferred. 

Requirements:

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field 
• 4+ years’ experience in finance, accounting, or related area 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Certificate 
• Strong preference for Big 4 accounting training and experience 
• Audit & Assurance: Verifying financial records and ensuring regulatory compliance 

PRIMARY LOCATION 

Hybrid - Bentonville, AR, United States of America 

At Matador, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k). Paid time off benefits include PTO and family care leave. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, and company discounts. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. The annual salary range for this position is $70,000.00 - $130,000.00. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.