Senior Accountant, Operational Accounting

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 Accounting

Located:

Cameron

Summary

We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join our growing Accounting team. This position will support the day-to-day operational accounting activities for our LNG facilities and pipeline assets and will be based onsite at our 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.

General Description Duties & 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
  • 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.

Qualifications

Required experience

• 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
• 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

Preferred Experience

• 3+ years of accounting experience required; operational, manufacturing, energy, or industrial accounting experience is a plus

Required Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required

Venture Global LNG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.