Senior Accountant

Job DescriptionNew Fortress Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NFE) is one of the world's leading downstream natural gas-to-power companies with a $10+ billion enterprise value. We are a publicly traded, global energy infrastructure company, and a recognized leader in accelerating the world's transition to cleaner energy.We develop, finance, and operate natural gas facilities, power plants and logistics solutions to rapidly deliver fully integrated, turnkey energy solutions to our customers. Our energy solutions spur economic growth, enhance environmental stewardship, and transform local industries and communities.Our world-class team has expertise across power, infrastructure, transportation, logistics and LNG, and we have developed a proven track record building and operating liquefaction facilities, onshore and offshore regasification terminals, pipelines, power plants, and innovative LNG delivery solutions.As part of our efforts to accelerate the transition to clean energy, we have also launched a cutting-edge initiative – which we call Zero – to replace natural gas with green hydrogen so that our energy solutions produce no carbon emissions.We believe that everyone should have access to affordable, cleaner energy. However, billions of people around the planet still lack this critical element for quality of life and economic growth. We are driven by our vision of a world in which electricity is no longer a luxury good, and we are looking for talented, driven individuals to help us light the world with cleaner, more affordable energy solutions.ResponsibilitiesThe Senior Accountant will support key areas of the controllership function, with primary responsibilities across lease accounting, accrued liabilities, payroll and bonus compensation, and monthly close activities. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented accountant looking to own and improve core operational accounting processes in a fast-paced environment.You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance in day-to-day accounting—while helping drive improvements in data integrity, systems, and controls.What You Will DoLease Accounting & ASC 842 ComplianceManage lease schedules, journal entries, and reconciliations for finance and operating leasesReview lease contracts for proper classification and assist in applying ASC 842 guidanceOwn lease-related activities for monthly close, including right-of-use asset and liability reconciliationsPrepare lease-related disclosures for financial statements and external reportingCollaborate with FP&A on reporting insights and variance analysisAccrued Liabilities and ExpensesTrack, record, and reconcile accrued expenses related to operations, SG&A, and other functionsReview vendor and contract terms to ensure proper cut-off and accrual methodologiesProvide support for budget variance and actuals related to accruals and expense analysisPayroll & Bonus AccountingSupport payroll accounting activities including journal entries, reconciliations, and employee bonus accrualsMonitor and analyze trends in payroll-related expenses and ensure compliance with internal controlsMonthly Close ActivitiesPrepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules across assigned areasEnsure deadlines are met and close processes are documented and effectiveMaintain accounting documentation and improve process clarity across recurring tasksSystems, Controls, & ComplianceSupport automation and system enhancements for lease and accounting workflowsHelp maintain SOX-compliant control environment across assigned areasPrepare audit-ready documentation and assist with internal and external audit requestsCollaboration & GrowthSupport continuous improvement across controllership processesParticipate in special projects, including consolidations and system implementationsQualificationsWhat You BringBachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA preferred or in progress3–6 years of experience in accounting; technical accounting and/or controllership experience highly valued; Big 4 accounting preferredStrong working knowledge of US GAAP and ASC 842SOX compliance experience requiredFamiliarity with ERP systems (Oracle Fusion ideal) and lease accounting toolsDetail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management capabilitiesAnalytical mindset with high attention to detail and a willingness to learn new topicsStrong interpersonal skills and ability to navigate fast-paced, cross-functional environmentsJob InfoJob Identification 1165Posting Date 07/14/2025, 03:22 PMJob Schedule Full timeLocations 111 W 19th Street, New York, NY, 10011, US