Senior Tax Accountant

Golden Pass LNG, a joint venture between QatarEnergy and ExxonMobil, aims to become the premier LNG export company in North America by delivering clean energy from Texas to global markets. The company prioritizes safety, integrity, people, community, and environmental stewardship. Headquartered in Downtown Houston, Golden Pass LNG operates Train 1 (since 2026) and is progressing construction and commissioning on Trains 2 and 3. Once fully operational, the facility will produce over 18 million metric tons of LNG annually.

About the Role

The Senior Tax Accountant supports the Senior Tax Manager and Tax Director in managing the company’s tax planning, reporting, and compliance. This role handles diverse tax functions, collaborates with contractors and external service providers, and engages with stakeholders across multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare federal and state partnership income/franchise tax returns and supporting workpapers, including Texas franchise tax provision calculations.
• Prepare property tax rendition/valuation workpapers and schedules for abatement agreement compliance, and address annual assessment items in coordination with external service providers.
• Review sales and use tax returns and supporting workpapers.
• Prepare managerial and financial accounting schedules, general ledger reconciliations, and SAP entries related to tax functions.
• Assist with tax audits and examinations, and respond to tax-related inquiries.
• Serve as a contact for business and owner reporting requirements, aligning stakeholder and company tax objectives.
• Identify and advise tax department management on tax opportunities and risks in collaboration with other functions.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes, advising the business on tax rule implications and applications.
• Own assigned tax department processes, controls, and documentation.
• Support continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
• Undertake special projects as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• 4+ years of tax experience, preferably in the energy industry.
• Experience with top ERP systems, preferably SAP S/4 HANA.
• Experience preparing or reviewing sales & use, income/franchise, and/or property tax returns.

Skills

• Knowledge of income tax, sales and use taxes, property taxes, state franchise tax, and related issues.
• Ability to analyze complex tax issues across multiple disciplines.
• Ability to resolve complex problems independently through in-depth evaluation.
• Judgment to select methods and techniques within defined policies for results.
• Experience with income tax compliance software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong communication skills to convey complex tax concepts clearly to all organizational levels.
• Relationship-building across the organization, including senior leadership.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving for complex business and tax issues.
• Informed, timely decision-making balancing technical, business, and policy requirements.
• Collaboration across cross-functional teams to support business objectives and tax compliance.
• Commitment to continuous learning and skill development.
• High integrity, ownership, and attention to detail in managing sensitive tax matters and deadlines.

CPA or relevant tax/accounting certification preferred.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.
• 5 days per week with flexible hours.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.