Senior Accountant, Operational Accountant

Venture Global LNG (“Venture Global”) 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.

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join our growing Accounting team. This position will primarily support the day-to-day operational accounting activities for our LNG shipping entities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly analytical, and able to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. This role will work cross-functionally with our Shipping and LNG Operations teams, FP&A, Middle Office, and Corporate Accounting teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and strong operational support.

Responsibilities

• Support operational accounting processes related to the Company’s shipping entities, including:
  • Revenue and COGS accounting and reporting
  • Vessel operating costs and analysis
  • Intercompany eliminations
  • Vessel assets and new build construction
• Support other operational and corporate accounting processes as assigned, such as our LNG terminals, debt financing, intercompany activities, and IT expenses.
• Prepare, calculate, and record monthly accruals, journal entries, and adjusting entries within the SAP ERP system.
• Ensure our Shipping activities are being recorded accurately within our supporting system(s).
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial analyses and reporting packages.
• Complete monthly account reconciliations, investigate variances, and submit reconciliations.
• Coordinate with the Corporate Accounting team to ensure operational activity is accurately recorded, reconciled, reviewed, and reported in accordance with monthly, quarterly, and annual close timelines.
• Support our internal and external audit requirements, for both our US and UK entities.
• Partner with the FP&A team to support monthly operational reporting, KPI analysis, forecasting support, and ad hoc projects.
• Collaborate with our UK Shipping and Houston Middle Office teams to ensure consistent accounting treatment and compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with our internal stakeholders.
• Support system implementations, process improvement initiatives, and automation efforts designed to improve efficiency and strengthen internal controls.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• 3+ years of accounting experience required
• CPA designation or progress toward CPA certification preferred
• Experience with SAP and/or other large ERP systems preferred
• Knowledge of fixed asset accounting concepts preferred
• Experience with intercompany accounting processes and allocations preferred
• Strong understanding of internal controls, accounting processes, and financial reporting principles
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interpret and analyze vendor agreements and operational data

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required

Pay

$150,000 - $160,000