Operational Accountant

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Who We Are

We are one of the world’s largest independent exploration and production companies, based on proved reserves and production of liquids and natural gas. With operations and activities in 13 countries, we explore for, develop, and produce crude oil and natural gas globally. We are challenged with an important job to safely find and deliver energy to the world. Our employees are critical to our success, and with them we power civilization.

We’re grounded by our SPIRIT Values – safety, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation, and teamwork. These values position us to deliver strong performance in a dynamic business – but not at all costs. We believe it’s not just what we do – it’s how we do it – that sets us apart.

Fostering an Inclusive Work Environment

To deliver superior performance, we create an environment that respects the contributions and differences of every individual. Wherever possible, we use these differences to drive competitive business advantage, personal growth and, ultimately, create business success.

Job Summary

The Finance department of ConocoPhillips in Norway has ~65 motivated and competent employees looking forward to getting a new colleague. We cover a broad area ranging from Accounting, Controlling, Financial Reporting, Tax, Business Analysis, Strategy & Portfolio Analysis, Treasury Services and Economics & Decision Support.
The Norway organization supports ConocoPhillips’ business in Europe and North Africa. We have an internal job market and focus on career development. We are integrated with the global Finance organization and interact a lot with our Headquarter in Houston, USA.

Position Overview

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly project cost reports, distribute to and follow up with project and internal management

• Coordination and administration of authorization of expenditure (AFE) for projects in Norway, including both operated projects and projects related to partner operated licenses

• Perform a broad range of accounting and financial administration activities, including journal entries, accruals, allocations, reconciliations, invoicing, project-related accounting, and support for general finance processes including month- and quarter-end closing.

Qualifications

• We are looking for a candidate, preferably with a master’s degree in accounting, auditing, finance or similar with 0-2 years of experience, ideally in the energy industry, or Graduate candidates showing strong academic results.

• We will also evaluate candidates with a Bachelor's degree, strong academic results and industry-related experience.

Preferred competencies

• Proactive, structured and control focused

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines through good time management and prioritization

• Service-minded, and focused on building strong relationships across disciplines

• Interpersonal communication, both written & oral presentation skills, Norwegian and English

• SAP knowledge and proficiency with MS Office programs

What we can offer

• Competitive total rewards package (salary, bonus, pension, insurance and company share savings plan)

• Strong welfare benefits, including company cabins and additional days off

• Inclusive work environment with buddy programs, employee clubs and sports activities

• Free on-site fitness and wellness facilities

• Family-friendly workplace with on-site kindergarten

• Internal career opportunities

Other

If you have any questions to the position or regarding the recruiting process it can be addressed to [email protected]. 

You must complete the entire application process within the application deadline June 17th, 2026.

Be aware that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; early submission is encouraged.

Background checks will be performed, following consent from relevant candidates.

Please attach all relevant documents in the column Resume/CV such as motivation letter, CV and formal documentation of your highest education. Applications submitted without necessary attachments will not be evaluated.

 

Apply By: 

jun. 17, 2026

Sponsorship:

ConocoPhillips’ sponsorship for employment authorization in the country where this job is located is NOT available for this position.

EEO:

ConocoPhillips is an equal opportunity employer.