Sr. Accountant, Corporate Accounting

Senior Accountant

NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to reliable, lower-carbon energy. We are focused on delivering secure and cost-effective energy through the safe and efficient development and operation of natural gas liquefaction capacity at Rio Grande LNG. Through our subsidiaries, we are developing and constructing the Rio Grande LNG natural gas liquefaction and export facility near Brownsville, Texas, with approximately 48 MTPA of potential liquefaction capacity currently under construction or in development, sufficient space at the site for up to 10 liquefaction trains, and a potential carbon capture and storage project. NextDecade's common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol "NEXT." NextDecade is headquartered in Houston, Texas. For more information, please visit

Summary Of The Role

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for assisting with the Company's day-to-day accounting and reporting functions including the monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close process.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close process to support the preparation of monthly management reports and the Company's required 10-Q and 10-K SEC filings.
• Prepare and/or review monthly reconciliations of general ledger accounts.
• Assist with preparation of management reporting package.
• Prepare, record, analyze and report accounting transactions and ensure the integrity of accounting records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal policies.
• Coordinate and collaborate with peers within the Company as well as Accounting, to ensure processes are created and performed efficiently and accurately.
• Interface with external auditors with respect to the Company's financial statements.
• Assist with certain accounting and internal control functions as needed.
• Other accounting and special projects as requested.

Education, Skills, Experience, & Competencies

• 5+ years of accounting experience.
• Big 4 accounting experience is a plus.
• Strong US GAAP knowledge
• Experience with SAP S4/RISE is a plus.
• Strong critical thinking, interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills
• Ability to effectively interact with senior management.
• Required/preferred education:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• CPA in good standing preferred.

Work Environment

This position operates in a professional office environment with occasional work within or outside of a complex construction environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers/fax, filing cabinets, etc. This is primarily a sedentary role; however, the incumbent must be able to stand and/or sit continuously to perform all essential job functions for a full shift.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with ADA-recognized disabilities to perform the essential functions for the job.

Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. as required in order to lift files, boxes and office equipment as necessary.

Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending, standing on a stool, or climbing as necessary to perform these functions.

While performing the duties of this role, the incumbent may be required to talk or hear.

The incumbent is required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Ability to move throughout all areas of each office/site location and facilities.

Able to wear all necessary PPE equipment to perform job functions.

If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

*In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

NextDecade Values

Safety We make safety a priority. Everything we do relies on the safety of our people and the communities around us.

Integrity We do the right thing, and are open, ethical, and fair. We hold ourselves to the highest standards in all that we do.

Honesty We value truth and honesty in ourselves and others. We honor our commitments and take responsibility for our actions.

Respect We listen, and respect people, the environment, and the communities in which we live and work.

Transparency Transparency builds trust. We promote open communication with our people, our customers, and all our stakeholders.

Diversity We value diversity of experiences and thoughts. It takes people with different strengths and backgrounds to make our company succeed.

NextDecade provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NextDecade complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.