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Chord Energy

Independent E&P developing oil, gas resources

Tax Manager

Full-Time
No salary listed
Senior
Bachelor's, Master's
Houston, TX, USA
HybridHybrid work with remote work available on Mondays and Fridays.
AccountingTax Accounting

About the job

Requirements
  • A Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
  • Seven to ten or more years of corporate tax experience, including tax accounting, are required.
  • Oil and gas accounting experience is required.
  • A technical background in federal, state, and partnership taxation is required.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and tax research tools is required.
  • Strong analytical and technical skills are required.
  • Strong interpersonal skills are required to interact with all levels of the organization.
  • Strong organizational skills and work process orientation are required, including the ability to prioritize workload and deliver results.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
  • The candidate must be an independent self-starter with a high level of confidence and a critical approach to matters.
  • The candidate must be able to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, copier, files, telephone, and fax.
  • The candidate must be able to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions and communicate in person and over the telephone.
Responsibilities
  • Prepare federal and state income tax compliance for corporate entities.
  • Prepare quarterly and annual ASC 740 and UTP calculations and analysis.
  • Assist with the execution and implementation of tax planning initiatives and tax process improvements.
  • Assist with defending tax filing positions in audits by taxing jurisdictions.
  • Assist with tax projections and modeling.
  • Identify, research, and recommend tax planning opportunities, incentives, and structuring at the federal, state, and local levels to minimize the company's tax liabilities.
  • Stay abreast of new and proposed tax legislation that could impact the company's tax liability and determine and project the impact on the company as needed.
  • Review tax-related journal entries, account reconciliations, account analysis, and financial statement variances.
  • Review tax-related disclosures in SEC filings.
  • Assist with reviewing internal controls, determine whether controls are sufficient, review changes as needed, and participate in controls testing by internal and external auditors.
  • Serve as a key point of contact to resolve tax-related issues within the Accounting department and across the organization.
  • Assist with tax-related special projects and questions as needed.
Desired Qualifications
  • A Master's degree in Tax or a similar advanced degree.
  • Experience in a large public accounting firm.
  • At least two years of experience in a large corporate tax department.
  • Active Certified Public Accountant certification.

About the company

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Chord Energy

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Chord Energy is an independent oil and natural gas exploration and production company focused on the Williston Basin in North Dakota and Montana. It acquires, develops, and operates wells to extract crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids, using drilling and completion techniques to maximize recovery while reducing environmental impact. The company differentiates itself by concentrating on a single prolific region and applying disciplined, technically informed development and ESG practices to improve efficiency and reduce footprint. Its goal is to responsibly grow U.S. oil and gas resources and deliver long-term value to shareholders through safe, reliable production.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Houston, Texas

Founded

2022

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What believers are saying

  • POSCO's $550 million Marcellus sale closes in fourth quarter 2026, reducing CapEx $25 million.
  • Second-quarter 2026 oil output hit 165.4 Mbopd, and full-year guidance rose to 161,000.
  • Chord invested with MaverickX in May 2026 and joined Enverus LifeSaver pilots.

What critics are saying

  • Chord now depends entirely on the Williston Basin and Bakken well results.
  • Fourth-quarter 2026 oil volumes fall after Chord dropped its second frac crew in July.
  • If crude weakens, Chord's 2026 buybacks and $1.30 dividend lose support.

What makes Chord Energy unique

  • Sept. 16, 2026 Marcellus sale makes Chord a pure-play Williston Basin producer.
  • Chord held 1.3 million net acres and 10-plus years of low-breakeven inventory.
  • June 30, 2026 net debt stayed near $900 million with $2.6 billion liquidity.

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  • Hybrid Work Options

Company News

PR Newswire
Oct 19th, 2026
Chord Energy announces leadership transition.

Chord Energy announces leadership transition. Oct 19, 2026, 07:30 ET Michael Lou Appointed President & Chief Executive Officer HOUSTON, Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Chord Energy Corporation (NASDAQ: CHRD) ("Chord," "Chord Energy," or the "Company") today announced that Michael Lou has been appointed President & Chief Executive Officer, effective today. Additionally, Mr. Lou has been appointed and elected to the Chord Energy Board of Directors. Mr. Lou succeeds Danny Brown, who is stepping down immediately as President and Chief Executive Officer and from the Chord Energy Board of Directors to pursue another professional opportunity. Mr. Lou has more than 25 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, including 17 years in various positions of leadership at Chord and its predecessor companies. In his roles as Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Commercial Officer as well as Chief Financial Officer, Mr. Lou has been instrumental in shaping and driving the Company's strategic and financial outcomes, including growing the organization to the largest operator in the Williston Basin while maintaining a pristine balance sheet. "Michael has been an instrumental member of the Chord leadership team and a key driver of our success," said Susan Cunningham, Chair of the Chord Energy Board of Directors. "He has helped profitably scale the business, and has led strategic and commercial initiatives while demonstrating strong business acumen and the ability to lead across the organization. His deep knowledge of Chord and his proven leadership make him well-suited to lead the Company. The Board has full confidence in Michael's ability to build upon Chord's momentum." "On behalf of the entire Board, I thank Danny for his leadership and contributions to Chord Energy," said Ms. Cunningham. "Chord Energy is implementing this leadership change from a position of strength, as the organization delivers continually improving execution, while lowering costs and driving resilient adjusted free cash flow generation. Our succession planning and the depth of our executive team position Chord well for continued success." "I am honored to be named Chord Energy's President & CEO," said Mr. Lou. "We have built a top-tier organization with talented leaders and employees who are passionate about executing on our strategy and driving long-term value for shareholders. Chord has made tremendous progress and is well positioned as a stronger, more efficient, and more resilient company. I look forward to working with the Chord team as well as our communities and other stakeholders to build upon our strong operational and financial performance, while safely producing the affordable and reliable energy the world needs." Mr. Brown said, "It has been a privilege to serve as Chord's CEO. It is difficult to leave such a great company and all of the talented people I've had the pleasure to work with, but I depart knowing the business is in great shape and the future holds continued success. I am proud of what the team has accomplished, building a multi-year track record of disciplined capital allocation and portfolio optimization, advancing continuous improvement initiatives and delivering strong returns for shareholders, while building strong relationships in the communities we serve. I am confident that Michael and the rest of the management team will build on this progress and lead Chord to continued success." About Michael Lou Prior to his appointment as President & Chief Executive Officer, Michael Lou served as Chord Energy's Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Commercial Officer from March 2024 through October 2026. Formerly, he was Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer from July 2022 to March 2024. Prior to the merger of Whiting Petroleum and Oasis Petroleum, he served in roles including Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President for Oasis Petroleum and its subsidiaries and President and Director of the general partner of Oasis Midstream Partners. Mr. Lou began his career in investment banking, where he spent 10 years holding positions of increasing responsibility at several global investment banks focused in the energy sector. Mr. Lou holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Southern Methodist University. Chord Energy Corporation Bob Bakanauskas, VP, Finance (281) 404-9600 [email protected] About Chord Energy Chord Energy Corporation is an independent exploration and production company with quality and sustainable long-lived assets primarily in the Williston Basin. The Company is uniquely positioned with a best-in-class balance sheet and is focused on rigorous capital discipline and generating free cash flow by operating efficiently, safely and responsibly to develop its unconventional onshore oil-rich resources in the continental United States. For more information, please visit the Company's website at www.chordenergy.com. Forward-Looking Statements This press release may include certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, including statements regarding the management transition, Company operations and results after the management transition. Such forward-looking statements are subject to a variety of known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond management's control. These risks and assumptions are described in the Company's annual reports on Form 10-K and other reports that are available from the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which reflect management's view only as of the date made. Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which such statement is made and the Company undertakes no obligation to correct or update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law. SOURCE Chord Energy

Realty News Report
Oct 5th, 2026
Energy firm leases major space in downtown.

Energy firm leases major space in downtown. HOUSTON - (Realty News Report) - Chord Energy has leased 157,390 SF of office space in the 1001 Fannin building in downtown Houston. Formerly known as First City Tower, the 49-story building opened in 1981 on a block bounded by San Jacinto, McKinney, Lamar and Fannin streets. Chord Energy, which has been in the building for years, renewed its lease of 130,300 SF and leased an additional full floor of 27,090 SF, according to Partners Real Estate. Chip Colvill and Brad Beasley of Partners represented the landlord in the lease negotiations. Chad Beck of Cushman & Wakefield represented Chord Energy. "Chord Energy has been a tenant at 1001 Fannin for nearly 20 years, so they are an extremely valued tenant at the property," Colvill said. Chord Energy, formerly known as Oasis Petroleum, has been active in exploration and hydraulic fracturing in the Williston Basin in North Dakota. The company's shares are traded on the NASDAQ exchange. Renovations to the 1001 Fannin building, including a new conference center, have generated strong leasing momentum, Partners reported. Along with renewals from existing tenants such as Chord Energy, the building is attracting significant interest from new prospects. "In addition to the Chord Energy renewal and expansion, we have completed over 140,000 SF of additional leases in the building in the past 18 months," Beasley said. The LEED Gold-certified tower includes 1,333,312 SF of office space with eight corner offices per floor, 25,000 SF of retail and amenity space, and a tunnel-connected parking garage that encompasses a full city block. The Vinson & Elkins law firm had its offices in 1001 Fannin for many years before relocating to Hines' new Texas Tower about four or five years ago. On a block near 1001 Fannin, a new 12-story parking garage has been proposed. The owners of the Houston Center complex have acquired a full city block for the new garage, a block known Block 95, bounded by Walker, Rusk, Caroline, and San Jacinto streets. The 4.6-million-SF Houston Center campus was acquired in May 2025 by lender AustralianSuper, a pension fund working in conjunction with Texas-based Stream Realty Partners. The skyscrapers in Houston Center are located at 1221 McKinney, 909 Fannin, 1301 McKinney, and 1331 Lamar. Feature image: Courtesy Partners Real Estate

Hart Energy
Sep 16th, 2026
Chord divests its entire non-op Marcellus position in $550MM deal.

Chord divests its entire non-op Marcellus position in $550MM deal. September 16, 2026 10:41 AM CDT Chord Energy Corp. is dropping its entire non-op position in the Marcellus Shale in a $550 million deal to Korea's Posco International Corp.

Oil & Gas Leads
Sep 16th, 2026
POSCO International acquires Chord Energy's Marcellus gas assets for $550 million.

POSCO International acquires Chord Energy's Marcellus gas assets for $550 million. Chord Energy has agreed to sell its entire non-operated Marcellus natural gas position to South Korea's POSCO International for $550 million. The transaction includes approximately 32,000 net acres and trailing 12-month production of roughly 121 million cubic feet per day of residue gas, with no natural gas liquids. The purchase price represents approximately six times adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization, based on gross proceeds and a Henry Hub natural gas price of $3.50 per million British thermal units. POSCO International has provided a $55 million deposit, with the remaining consideration due at closing. The transaction has an effective date of July 1, 2026, and is expected to close during the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to customary conditions. Chord inherited the Marcellus interests through its 2024 combination with Enerplus but classified them as non-core. Following the divestiture, Chord will operate as a pure-play Williston Basin producer. The company expects the sale to reduce annual capital spending by approximately $25 million, increase its oil weighting by four to five percentage points, and further strengthen its balance sheet. For POSCO International, the acquisition adds immediate, cash-generating U.S. natural gas production to an energy portfolio spanning upstream development, liquefied natural gas, terminals and power generation. It also increases the company's exposure to North American supply at a time when U.S. gas production and LNG export capacity are becoming increasingly important to global energy markets. Industry impact. The transaction reinforces the United States' position as a "safe barrel" - and, in this case, a secure molecule - supported by established infrastructure, private ownership, transparent regulation and relatively low geopolitical risk. For international buyers, U.S. oil and gas assets offer reliable production and access to expanding export markets. The deal also illustrates continued portfolio specialization, with Chord concentrating on oil-rich Williston assets while POSCO expands its gas and LNG supply platform. Sales strategy. Oilfield service companies should identify the operating partners responsible for the non-operated acreage and monitor post-closing capital plans, authorizations for expenditure and vendor requirements. Prioritize services connected to production optimization, well workovers, compression, gathering, emissions monitoring, water management and asset integrity. Position proposals around lowering operating costs, maintaining production and meeting Appalachian environmental and regulatory requirements.

Yahoo Finance
Aug 13th, 2026
Wall Street eyes 20%+ returns for Broadridge and Chord Energy, flags Genesis Energy headwinds

Wall Street analysts have identified several stocks with significant upside potential, but fundamental analysis reveals a more nuanced picture. Genesis Energy, which operates a 64% stake in the Poseidon Pipeline in the Gulf of Mexico, faces substantial headwinds despite a 19.9% implied return. The company has posted flat sales over the past five years and carries a concerning 5× net-debt-to-EBITDA ratio, indicating overleveraging risks. In contrast, Broadridge Financial Solutions shows stronger fundamentals supporting its 22.6% price target. The financial technology firm has achieved 8.4% annual revenue growth over five years whilst expanding its free cash flow margin by 10 percentage points. Trading at 15.8× forward P/E, Broadridge processes over $10 trillion in daily trades. Chord Energy also features amongst analyst favourites with a 19% implied return, though details on its operational performance were limited. Investors should note that analyst price targets often reflect business development interests rather than purely objective analysis.