Senior Accountant, Operational Accounting

Venture Global LNG•Cameron, LA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Venture Global LNG is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their growing Accounting team. This position will support the day-to-day operational accounting activities for their LNG facilities and pipeline assets and will be based onsite at their Cameron Parish LNG facilities. 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 Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Construction, FP&A, and Corporate Accounting teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and strong operational support.

Requirements

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
3+ years of accounting experience required

Nice To Haves

CPA designation or progress toward CPA certification preferred
Experience with SAP and/or other large ERP systems preferred
Knowledge of construction project accounting and fixed asset accounting concepts preferred
operational, manufacturing, energy, or industrial accounting experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Support operational accounting processes related to the Company’s Calcasieu Pass LNG facility and TransCameron Pipeline operations, including commodities and warehouse inventory accounting, maintenance and operations cost reporting, and safeguarding of facility assets.
Prepare, calculate, and record monthly accruals, journal entries, and adjusting entries within the SAP ERP system.
Serve as the Accounting lead for inventory safeguarding activities and cycle count processes.
Act as the onsite Accounting lead for capital projects and related fixed asset accounting activities.
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.
Partner with the FP&A team to support monthly operational reporting, KPI analysis, forecasting support, and ad hoc projects.
Collaborate with onsite Accounting teams supporting CP2 and Plaquemines facilities to ensure consistent accounting treatment and compliance with company policies and procedures.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with onsite stakeholders, including Warehouse, Maintenance, Engineering, Construction, and Operations personnel.
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.