Shashil Patel
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Credentials
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Certified Public Accountant
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Experience
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TG Natural Resources LLC
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United States
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Oil and Gas
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Controller
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Oct 2022 - Present
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Southwestern Energy
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United States
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Oil and Gas
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700 & Above Employee
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Accounting Manager - Financial Reporting and Continuous Improvement
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Mar 2020 - Oct 2022
• Prepared and reviewed all SEC filings (e.g., 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) and related disclosure support • Created and managed the opening Balance Sheet for 3 acquisitions to determine the fair value of the acquired companies in accordance with FASB standards ASC 805 (Business Combinations) and ASC 820 (Fair Value Measurements) • Executed the general ledger and report center integration of the acquisitions • Maintained and enforced the quarterly reporting calendar and major deadlines amongst all… Show more • Prepared and reviewed all SEC filings (e.g., 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) and related disclosure support • Created and managed the opening Balance Sheet for 3 acquisitions to determine the fair value of the acquired companies in accordance with FASB standards ASC 805 (Business Combinations) and ASC 820 (Fair Value Measurements) • Executed the general ledger and report center integration of the acquisitions • Maintained and enforced the quarterly reporting calendar and major deadlines amongst all involved departments • Managed month-end close process, including review of journal entries and variance analysis for the Controller and CAO • Coordinated new report development and existing report revisions to align with the needs of management
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Accounting Manager - Internal Controls & Compliance and Continuous Improvement
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Mar 2019 - Mar 2020
• Primary coordinator for the execution and completion of annual audits with external auditors • Implemented simplified desk guides to help process owners understand required SOX control procedures • Planned and conducted Lunch & Learn trainings for various accounting teams to provide cross-training opportunities
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Financial Planning and Analysis
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Feb 2016 - Mar 2019
• Provided capital and production guidance to divisions to build consolidated company budgets and forecasts • Built a 10-year financial model to conduct scenario modelling for strategic decision-making by the C-suite and BOD • Executed and organized multiple iterations of forecast scenarios for long-range planning • Re-designed the consolidated company performance package (with analysis of historical and forecasted results), which is distributed monthly to all leadership, inclusive of… Show more • Provided capital and production guidance to divisions to build consolidated company budgets and forecasts • Built a 10-year financial model to conduct scenario modelling for strategic decision-making by the C-suite and BOD • Executed and organized multiple iterations of forecast scenarios for long-range planning • Re-designed the consolidated company performance package (with analysis of historical and forecasted results), which is distributed monthly to all leadership, inclusive of C-suite and BOD
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Accounting Advisor - Operations Accounting & Analysis for NE Appalachia Division
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Jun 2013 - Feb 2016
• Gain a thorough understanding of the financial and operational data of the NE Appalachia Division • Provide accounting guidance to the Appalachia Operations team on special projects (e.g. joint ventures, acquisitions, environmental remediation work) in accordance with COPAS, GAAP, and SEC guidance • Manage end-to-end process for completing and analyzing monthly accrual entries and division-level financials (e.g. capital, LOE, G&A, production, etc.) • Coordinate with operations… Show more • Gain a thorough understanding of the financial and operational data of the NE Appalachia Division • Provide accounting guidance to the Appalachia Operations team on special projects (e.g. joint ventures, acquisitions, environmental remediation work) in accordance with COPAS, GAAP, and SEC guidance • Manage end-to-end process for completing and analyzing monthly accrual entries and division-level financials (e.g. capital, LOE, G&A, production, etc.) • Coordinate with operations engineers and Corporate Accounting to review monthly forecasts and annual budgets • Create monthly management reports and quarterly presentation slides based on operational accounting data focused on capital results, lease operating statement, cash flow, and overall division-level financials • Compile and validate quarterly disclosure information for SEC filings • Perform ad-hoc analysis for the Senior VP of Operations and the Controller • Assisted in creating a Capital vs. Expense Accounting Policy • Implemented budgeting and allocation process to eliminate risks associated with stranded pad construction and road costs for new projects • Built an extensive set of operational reports for new drilling & completions cost analysis tool
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Senior Accountant - Internal Controls & Compliance
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Jan 2011 - Jun 2013
• Key point of contact for design, implementation, and sustainment of Governance, Risk, and Compliance modules associated with implementation of Oracle and P2 systems • Created all necessary training manuals and conducted trainings for impacted users of the new GRC modules • Streamlined system access review process through use of electronic submission, review, and approvals to reduce need for manual processing and physical sign offs for 30+ managers and directors within Finance &… Show more • Key point of contact for design, implementation, and sustainment of Governance, Risk, and Compliance modules associated with implementation of Oracle and P2 systems • Created all necessary training manuals and conducted trainings for impacted users of the new GRC modules • Streamlined system access review process through use of electronic submission, review, and approvals to reduce need for manual processing and physical sign offs for 30+ managers and directors within Finance & Accounting • Worked with Accounting management and personnel at various levels to draft, walk through, and formalize monthly processes for SOX documentation • Coached and trained new ICC team members on their respective roles and responsibilities • Coordinated with Finance, IT, and Operations to map processes and identify control gaps and remediation plans • Identified and implemented process improvement opportunities for procedures and controls to increase efficiency • Developed, reviewed, and approved SOX documentation for all departments • Coordinated and executed SOX initiatives, timelines, deliverables, and status updates as needed
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PwC
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Professional Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Associate
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Jan 2008 - Jan 2011
• Supervised audit engagement team through an IPO for an exploration & production company • Developed working knowledge of full cost and successful efforts accounting for upstream oil & gas companies • Identified, researched, communicated, and resolved financial statement issues to ensure compliance with GAAP • Analyzed and evaluated the design and operating effectiveness of clients’ internal controls • Identified high-risk areas and developed audit strategies, staffing… Show more • Supervised audit engagement team through an IPO for an exploration & production company • Developed working knowledge of full cost and successful efforts accounting for upstream oil & gas companies • Identified, researched, communicated, and resolved financial statement issues to ensure compliance with GAAP • Analyzed and evaluated the design and operating effectiveness of clients’ internal controls • Identified high-risk areas and developed audit strategies, staffing requirements, and budgets for engagements • Developed and managed relationships with key client contacts to strengthen overall efficiency of the audit Show less • Supervised audit engagement team through an IPO for an exploration & production company • Developed working knowledge of full cost and successful efforts accounting for upstream oil & gas companies • Identified, researched, communicated, and resolved financial statement issues to ensure compliance with GAAP • Analyzed and evaluated the design and operating effectiveness of clients’ internal controls • Identified high-risk areas and developed audit strategies, staffing… Show more • Supervised audit engagement team through an IPO for an exploration & production company • Developed working knowledge of full cost and successful efforts accounting for upstream oil & gas companies • Identified, researched, communicated, and resolved financial statement issues to ensure compliance with GAAP • Analyzed and evaluated the design and operating effectiveness of clients’ internal controls • Identified high-risk areas and developed audit strategies, staffing requirements, and budgets for engagements • Developed and managed relationships with key client contacts to strengthen overall efficiency of the audit Show less
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Education
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The University of Texas at Austin - The Red McCombs School of Business
Master in Professional Accounting, BBA, Accounting