Senior Accountant, Sec ReportingThe Senior Accountant, SEC Reporting position serves a critical role in ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of external financial information for Cheniere Energy, Inc. and its subsidiaries and the Company's other filers or issuers. Primary responsibilities include the preparation and filing of quarterly and annual financial statements and other required filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), as well as reporting requirements for regulatory or compliance purposes, including those under the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).
The position also works closely with the Investor Relations department to support the preparation of earnings releases, corporate presentations and other material presented to securities analysts, investors and industry groups.Responsibilities And Essential DutiesPrepare SEC filings, including filings on Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K and other public presentations such as press releases and investor presentations utilizing SEC filing software (Workiva)Support preparation of filings for other external reporting requirements necessitated by regulatory or compliance requirements, such as those under the FERCTag financial statements in interactive data format (XBRL) utilizing WorkivaPrepare disclosure checklists under generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (GAAP) and other applicable standardsCreate or update supporting schedules for the preparation of financial statements and disclosuresCoordinate with personnel from the Legal department to review financial information included in registration statementsOversee regulatory compliance with existing SEC standards and monitor newly proposed or emerging SEC standardsCoordinate with other departments to gather, consolidate and analyze information to be included in financial statementsEvaluate earnings trends to support the earnings press release and Management Discussion & Analysis in SEC filingsPrepare analysis supporting identification of operating segments and reportable segmentsAdhere to the Company's internal controls over financial reporting and participate in process improvements to enhance internal controls, processes, metrics and reportingCoordinate with external auditors to provide information required for their review and audit of financial statements and internal controlsAny other ad hoc projectsKnowledge And SkillsKnowledge of U.S. GAAP principles and working knowledge of SEC regulationsAbility to directly identify and tackle critical issues by effectively utilizing technical, analytical and problem-solving aptitudesSkilled Self-starter with strong attention to detailDriven to deliver quality results on time, in a professional mannerStrong oral and written communication skills with an ability to collaborate successfully with team members and others in the organizationOrganized and able to manage multiple activities in a timely and accurate manner with general supervisory guidanceEducation And ExperienceEducation and Certifications: Bachelor's degree in accounting is required. Current CPA, or in active pursuit of certification is highly preferred.
Masters degree is also a plus.Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience with preparation of SEC filings or at Big 4 / large accounting firm. Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel required. Preferred experience includes XBRL knowledge, Workiva and Hyperion systems, and experience working in the energy industry.Direct ReportsNoneFreedom To ActAbility to multi-task and function in a highly-dynamic atmosphere; must exercise discretion independently.Work ConditionsJob is performed in a typical office environment, but is subject to time pressures and constraints, and is often dependent on input from others.Occasionally, work may be performed after normal work hours or on weekends.Subject to drug and alcohol testing, per applicable federal regulations or as required by the Company.Ada Job RequirementsReasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential functions of the job can be performed and not hinder the employee's performance due to physical, mental or emotional disability.Equal Employment OpportunityCheniere Energy is an equal opportunity workplace.
All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation if requested for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices.