Matador Resources Company One Lincoln Centre 5400 LBJ Freeway Suite 1500 Dallas, Texas 75240 Voice 972.371.5200 Fax 972.371.5201 POSITION SPECIFICATION POSITION TITLE Vice President Chief Accounting Officer LOCATION Dallas, Texas THE COMPANY Matador Resources Company ( Matador ) is a Dallas-based, well established, publicly traded, (NYSE:MTDR), independent energy company engaged in exploration, development, production and acquisition of oil and natural gas resources in the United States, with a particular emphasis on oil and natural gas shale plays and other unconventional plays. Matador s current operations are located primarily in the Eagle Ford shale play in South Texas and the Haynesville shale play in Northwest Louisiana and East Texas. In addition to these primary operating areas, Matador has acreage positions in West Texas and Southeast New Mexico and in Southwest Wyoming where the Company is actively identifying new oil and natural gas prospects. Matador s has an excellent team of dedicated technical and administrative professionals and a culture of strong performance and financial discipline. Matador s website is www.matadorresources.com. Matador was established as a privately-held company in July 2003 and attracted equity capital from several hundred individual and institutional investors, many of whom were shareholders in its predecessor. On February 2, 2012, shares of Matador s common stock began trading on the New York Stock Exchange ( NYSE ) under the symbol MTDR pursuant to its Initial Public Offering. Matador s predecessor company, Matador Petroleum Corporation, a privately-held company, was founded in 1988 and was one of the fastest growing oil and gas companies in the United States at the time of its sale to Tom Brown, Inc. in June 2003 for $388 million in an allcash transaction, having delivered a 21% average annual rate of return for fifteen years to its shareholders. Given both the recent and expected future growth of Matador in production, revenue and cash flow, combined with Matador s successful initial public offering ( IPO ) in February 2012, the company is seeking a Vice President Chief Accounting Officer.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS The Vice President - Chief Accounting Officer reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer ( COO ) as a member of the senior management team and the Operating Committee of the company. The Vice President - Chief Accounting Officer has direct accountability to the COO and CEO and will work closely with the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors. The current COO has performed this function for several years and is quite familiar with the duties and expectations of the position, which should be a plus for the successful candidate. The Vice President - Chief Accounting Officer has direct supervisory responsibilities of two individuals including the Controller/Treasurer and Director of Audit and Financial Reporting. Matador s accounting and financial includes a total of six staff members, five full-time employees and one part-time consultant. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Vice President Chief Accounting Officer will direct all accounting, treasury management, audit, financial reporting and public filings, compliance and tax activities of the company. This position will also provide support for the Company s planning and budgeting activities. The successful candidate will be expected to develop detailed knowledge of the operations of the company and to continuously improve the processes comprising the Company s accounting, financial reporting and compliance functions. The successful candidate is expected to be a hands-on manager and a contributing member of the team. Specific duties and responsibilities will include the following: Oversees with direct accountability for all company accounting and financial practices, reporting and personnel, including specifically o Improvement and maintenance of all necessary internal controls to safeguard assets of the company in compliance with SEC and public accounting standards. o Routine accounting matters and policies. o Cash management. o Preparation, review and dissemination of financial reports and public filings. o Preparation, review and filing of federal, state and local tax returns. o Coordination of all company audit functions, including direction of third-party accountants and third-party compliance consultants. o Maintenance of company and subsidiaries in good standing in all required jurisdictions; work with general counsel and outside corporate counsel to ensure compliance with corporate business codes, proper conduct and documentation of corporate meetings, etc. Contributes to financial strategy, planning and forecasts in concert with the COO and other Operating Committee members. Works with COO in certain matters related to corporate financing, with direct responsibility for managing the bank line-of-credit, plus all reporting and compliance matters related to all forms of equity and debt financing.
Provides input to all business insurance plans, health insurance plans, 401-k, stock option and other related employee benefit plans. Directs and ensures timely preparation and filing of all required SEC quarterly, annual and other interim reports. Works with IT staff to ensure compliance with all IT standards for public companies. Interacts directly with CEO, COO and Board of Directors ( BOD ) as required in all matters related to company finances, audit, compensation, and employee benefits. Works directly with other members of the company s Operating Committee and outside advisors in providing advice and financial due diligence in any third-party acquisition transactions. BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE The ideal background for the Vice President Chief Accounting Officer will include a minimum of 10 years of accounting experience and a CPA certification in good standing. Candidates with strong oil and gas experience are highly preferred. It is expected that most qualified candidates will currently be employed in similar positions in other independent oil and gas companies, as energy executives in commercial banks, partners or senior managers in the oil and gas practices of public accounting firms or possibly financial managers currently working with private equity firms serving the energy industry. The ideal background will also include candidates having gained experience in a public company directing the development of finance and accounting control systems, working with the company s auditors regarding all compliance issues and directing the accounting process of a company with multiple locations and geographic areas. PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL CHARACTERISTICS Exceptional achievements in all areas of accounting and internal controls. Driven to ensure that systems and processes are developed to effectively organize and provide available business information on a timely basis. A proven leader with a career record demonstrating initiative, team orientation and flexibility. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills combined with the ability to work effectively in a lean, results-oriented environment. Effective communicator at all levels within and outside the organization, with strong oral and written skills and a willingness to share information. Effective team-building skills, both with peers and subordinates. Possess a management style that fosters the growth and development of both the managers and staff of the department and works well with others. Must be a self-starter, energetic and articulate, have a strong work ethic, and a reputation for the highest degree of integrity and mature business judgment.
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS A BS degree in accounting or finance and a CPA certification are required; an MBA degree is a plus. COMPENSATION Compensation is negotiable and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Matador offers highly competitive employee benefits, including: Health and dental insurance Long-term disability insurance Basic life insurance coverage, with option to buy-up for employee and family Flexible spending account Eligibility for participation in company bonus, profit sharing and stock compensation plans