Staff Accountant, Corporate Accounting

ABOUT NEXTDECADE CORPORATION  

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 Staff Accountant will support the corporate accounting and financial reporting functions, assisting with monthly close activities, account reconciliations, financial analysis, and compliance with internal controls and accounting policies. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, collaborative, and eager to grow within a dynamic energy company environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and post journal entries and support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes


• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and analyze account activity to ensure accuracy and completeness


• Assist with preparation of internal and external financial reporting schedules


• Support fixed asset accounting, accruals, prepaid expenses, and intercompany transactions


• Maintain supporting documentation and ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls


• Assist with external audit requests and provide supporting schedules and documentation


• Support process improvement initiatives to enhance accounting efficiency and accuracy


• Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, Treasury, Tax, Procurement, and other departments as needed


• Assist with ad hoc financial analysis, reporting, and special projects

EDUCATION, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, & COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required


• 2–4 years of relevant accounting experience required


• Public accounting and/or energy industry experience preferred


• 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.


• CPA in good standing preferred.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

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 [email protected] .

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. 

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.