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POSITION OVERVIEW
The Senior Accountant, Midstream Accounting reports to the Manager, Midstream Accounting, and is responsible for supporting the organization’s midstream accounting operations through performance of various accounting and organizational functions while adhering to both U.S. GAAP and FERC financial accounting and reporting standards. Specific responsibilities include (i) accurate and timely monthly close procedures, (ii) budgeting, forecasting and business support, (iii) compliance reporting and related filings with regulatory or other agencies, and (iv) researching and documenting accounting and financial reporting consequences of midstream transactions. The ideal candidate embraces opportunities to anticipate and surface issues and recommend solutions and models behaviors that contribute to an innovative culture, encouraging productivity, process improvement, collaboration, and a high level of professionalism.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Prepare and submit FERC-compliant quarterly and annual financial reports and support annual non-financial regulatory reporting requirements
Review projects and contracts for proposed or completed transactions, analyzing and documenting accounting and financial statement disclosure implications under both the U.S. GAAP and FERC reporting frameworks
Demonstrate in-depth understanding of asset structure and business drivers of assigned pipeline
Conduct month-end close procedures, including pipeline gas system close and balancing
Collaborate with internal departments including projects management, treasury, business development, and pipeline operations to support project and O&M requirements
Communicate with operations/projects managers to obtain and evaluate monthly accruals
Prepare monthly cash funding draw packages for submittal to the Treasury department
Assist in annual budget processes and ensuring monthly accuracy of departmental OPEX and projects CAPEX forecasting
Complete detailed monthly projects analysis and balance sheet reconciliations
Analyze monthly P&L trends and prepare actuals vs. budget and both U.S. GAAP vs FERC, and thoughtfully communicate insightful financial analysis to the management team
Work seamlessly with internal Operations, Accounting, Tax and Finance teams to understand core processes and drive process and system improvements
The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.
QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Knowledge:
Knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC and FERC financial accounting and reporting requirements.
Strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office applications, including proficiency in creating Pivot Tables, Vlookup, Sumif, etc. in Excel.
Experience with Oracle EBS, Hyperion, Workiva and gas systems a plus.
Skills:
Acting with integrity and accountability, while operating with a partnering attitude
Strong professional work ethic with ability to manage multiple priorities, deliver quality work product, and consistently meet deadlines
Detail oriented and effective time management and organizational skills
Strong analytical, deductive reasoning, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate questions, implement enhancements, and consider alternative solutions
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal and ability to work with all levels of the Company
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education and Certifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or active pursuit of such licensure preferred. Master’s degree in Accounting or closely related field preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years demonstrated experience in the areas of U.S. GAAP regulation. FERC reporting and/or Natural Gas Pipeline industry experience preferred.
DIRECT REPORTS
None
FREEDOM TO ACT
Ability to multi-task and function in a highly-dynamic atmosphere; must exercise discretion independently.
WORK CONDITIONS
Job is performed in a typical office environment, but is subject to time pressures and constraints, and is often dependent on input from others.
Occasionally, work may be performed after normal work hours or on weekends.
Subject to drug and alcohol testing, per applicable federal regulations or as required by the Company.
ADA JOB REQUIREMENTS
Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential functions of the job can be performed and not hinder the employee's performance due to physical, mental or emotional disability.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Cheniere Energy is an equal opportunity workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation if requested for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices.
