Resources for Employers
In our industry there’s always more to learn, no matter how long you’ve been in the game. You’re ready to run ahead as a leader—to help make industry decisions and share your knowledge—but you also have to keep up with change. It’s a tall order, but you don’t have to go it alone.
COPAS is a professional member association for the industry’s most knowledgeable and influential petroleum accountants—2,600 members and 24 societies strong. We build each other up and grow together as professionals, people and friends. When you’re looking for education, connection and opportunities, COPAS is your source
We want to meet you where you are.
How COPAS can help:
- Industry Leverage
- Knowledge
- Networking
- Discounts
Building Your Foundation in Oil and Gas Accounting School
With more experienced managers retiring, it’s harder to train and educate your new employees. Let us give you a hand! Our four-day foundational course is designed to give your new hires the skills, confidence and motivation they need to succeed in their roles.
This open enrollment course is held throughout the year in major industry centers. We can also bring the training to you with affordable private training packages.
My company has new hires who need petroleum accounting training.
COPAS Blog
Building Your Network
My company needs to stay compliant with national standards for oil and gas accounting, but they’re always changing!
Encourage Your Employees to Join COPAS
By participating in COPAS, employees can become your firm’s go-to resources for the latest information and best practices. You as an employer will also gain corporate representation through your employees’ membership.
Covering the cost of your employees’ memberships is well worth the investment. When your people participate in COPAS, they’ll bring back knowledge and skills that keep you on the cutting edge of the industry.
CPE Courses
With new CPE courses every month, COPAS Energy Education meets the need for up-to-the-minute, relevant and accessible knowledge for your accountants. Our courses balance theory and real world practices for an engaging experience. Your people can learn everything from foundational best practices and basics to emerging issues like managing remote technology centers and drone charges.
COPAS members receive discounts on CPE courses, and we often offer package deals for employers.
Industry Updates
COPAS members get access to high-quality publications with key industry guidance, plus updated economic factors such as the workers’ compensation actuarial assessment. COPAS publications are recognized worldwide as the authority for oil and gas accounting standards for U.S. Operations.