LNG & Power Commodity Accountant

NextDecade Payroll Services, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

NextDecade is seeking a Staff Accountant, Commodity Accounting to support LNG, natural gas and power transactions, ensuring accurate recording, settlements and monthly close. You will work closely with Commercial, Risk, FP&A and Treasury to ensure transactions are recorded, reported and settled accurately and on time, while building a strong foundation in energy accounting.

This role requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, 2+ years in public accounting or equivalent experience, and CPA

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• 2+ years in public accounting (Big 4 or equivalent) or progressive accounting experience.
• Experience and exposure to Oil and Gas industry, preferably in LNG.
• CPA eligibility or progress toward CPA certification preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the accounting and settlement of LNG, natural gas and power transactions.
• Partner with Commercial, FP&A, Risk and Finance teams to understand transaction structures and their accounting impact.
• Prepare, analyze and record accounting transactions, maintaining the accuracy, completeness and integrity of financial records.
• Help ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, company accounting policies and internal control requirements.
• Contribute to monthly, quarterly and annual close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Review transaction data and settlements to ensure accurate accounting and timely payment processing.
• Build recurring and ad hoc reports for Accounting, Commercial, Treasury and management.
• Support financial statement preparation and management reporting activities.
• Assist with external and internal audit requests and maintain supporting documentation in accordance with company policies and controls.
• Spot opportunities to improve processes and reporting and help bring those ideas to life alongside cross‑functional teams.
• Get involved in system enhancements, and other special projects.

Skills

Public accounting experience

CPA eligible

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Trading/settlement systems

Job description

NextDecade is seeking a Staff Accountant, Commodity Accounting to support LNG, natural gas and power transactions, ensuring accurate recording, settlements and monthly close. You will work closely with Commercial, Risk, FP&A and Treasury to ensure transactions are recorded, reported and settled accurately and on time, while building a strong foundation in energy accounting.

This role requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, 2+ years in public accounting or equivalent experience, and CPA