Corporate Controller

Job Summary

The Corporate Controller is a senior accounting leader responsible for overseeing financial accounting, internal and external reporting, month-end closing processes, and the integrity of accounting controls for Continental Resources. This role reports to the Chief Accounting Officer and partners closely with business operations to ensure accurate, timely monthly close, consolidation, and delivery of financial results and supports audit, compliance, and policy stewardship. This position supervises accounting teams and drives process improvements, technology enablement, and adherence to SOX and company policies to ensure the financial integrity of our operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees financial accounting and reporting functions, including management of month-end close processes and internal controls over financial reporting; maintain and improve accounting policies and procedures.
• Leads financial reporting team in the preparation of internal financial reports, external SEC financial reporting, and management materials.
• Partners with Operations, Land, Treasury, Business Development, Marketing, Tax, Legal, IT and others to manage the accounting impacts of business initiatives, transactions, joint ventures, system implementations, and various special projects.
• Manages technical accounting assessments, including research and documentation of complex accounting transactions and implementation of new standards; ensure compliant adoption and communication of impacts to leadership. 
• Supports international operations; serves as liaison with international subsidiaries to ensure compliance with local accounting standards and statutory audit requirements.
• Drives process optimization and technology enablement (e.g., ERP enhancements, reporting automation, data quality governance). 
• Develops and coaches accounting staff; builds effective teams and fosters a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to manage and continuously improve work processes and systems in a fast-paced, month-end closing environment. 
• Strong problem-solving skills with ability to diagnose root causes and implement solutions. 
• Develops and delivers communication that conveys a clear understanding of the needs of different audiences. 
• Builds strong cross-functional relationships and delivers tailored solutions to internal stakeholders. 
• Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. 
• Actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged, using both formal and informal development channels. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• Certified Public Accountant.
• Knowledge of Oil and Gas Industry accounting
• Minimum five (5) years of Oil and Gas industry experience.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge; including ability to research, document, and communicate the impacts of complex accounting issues.
• Experience managing monthly closing processes and preparation of internal financial reports. 
• Experience with SEC reporting requirements and drafting/reviewing publicly filed financial statements and disclosures.
• Experience supervising and developing accounting professionals. 
• An acceptable pre-employment background and drug test.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with large public accounting firm.
• Experience with international operations, foreign subsidiaries, and local statutory audit requirements.
• Experience with enterprise ERP systems and reporting tools, preferably SAP.
• Capital market transaction experience, including bond offering processes.  
• Prior involvement in process transformation or system implementations. 
• Experience supporting internal and external financial audits.  

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Requires prolonged sitting, some bending and stooping.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.

Continental Resources, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities and access for all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.