Senior Accountant, Operational Accountant

Venture Global LNG•Arlington, VA

1d•$150,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

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. We are seeking qualified applicants for the position: Senior Accountant, Operational Accountant. Located: Arlington. 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.

Requirements

3+ years of accounting experience required
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

Nice To Haves

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

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.