Director, Technical Accounting

About the role

Venture Global LNG is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company’s Louisiana-based export projects service the global demand for North American natural gas and support the long-term development of clean and reliable North American energy supplies. Using reliable, proven technology in an innovative plant design configuration, Venture Global’s modular, mid-scale plant design will replace traditional designs as it allows for the same efficiency and operational reliability at significantly lower capital cost. We are seeking a Director, Technical Accounting, to join our Accounting team. This position will report to the Deputy Controller and will be located in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical accounting analysis for complex transactions in accordance with US GAAP; document conclusions in accounting memos
• Stay current on US GAAP; assist with research, analysis and implementation of new accounting pronouncements; document conclusions in whitepapers
• Develop accounting policies, processes and internal controls, consistent with US GAAP
• Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end accounting close and financial reporting processes; including technical accounting areas, footnote disclosures and audit responses as needed for accurate and timely development of financial statements
• Review contracts for accounting / finance implications; document and communicate conclusions as necessary
• Enhance existing accounting-related processes
• Interface with auditors
• Assist with foreign country compliance and reporting requirements
• Other duties as required and assigned

Requirements

• 10+ years of Big 4 or public company experience in a technical accounting or accounting policy role
• In-depth understanding of current technical accounting and reporting matters
• Ability to write technical accounting position and policy documents
• Ability to create complex accounting models and valuations in Excel
• Experience with derivatives and hedging, debt and equity transactions, and development stage projects preferred
• Current CPA designation

Skills

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; a diplomatic, persuasive and articulate communication style
• Superior attention to detail and ability to consistently meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills
• Discretion in dealing with confidential material

Pay

Salary Range: $240,000 - $260,000