Senior Accountant, SEC Reporting

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Accountant, SEC Reporting position serves a critical role in ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of external financial information for Cheniere Energy, Inc. (NYSE: LNG) and its subsidiaries (collectively, the “Company”) 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 DUTIES

• Prepare 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 FERC 
• Tag financial statements in interactive data format (XBRL) utilizing Workiva 
• Prepare disclosure checklists under generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (GAAP) and other applicable standards 
• Create or update supporting schedules for the preparation of financial statements and disclosures 
• Coordinate with personnel from the Legal department to review financial information included in registration statements 
• Oversee regulatory compliance with existing SEC standards and monitor newly proposed or emerging SEC standards 
• Coordinate with other departments to gather, consolidate and analyze information to be included in financial statements  
• Evaluate earnings trends to support the earnings press release and Management Discussion & Analysis in SEC filings 
• Prepare analysis supporting identification of operating segments and reportable segments 
• Adhere to the Company’s internal controls over financial reporting and participate in process improvements to enhance internal controls, processes, metrics and reporting 
• Coordinate with external auditors to provide information required for their review and audit of financial statements and internal controls 
• Any other ad hoc projects 

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP principles and working knowledge of SEC regulations
• Ability to directly identify and tackle critical issues by effectively utilizing technical, analytical and problem-solving aptitudes 
• Skilled Self-starter with strong attention to detail 
• Driven to deliver quality results on time, in a professional manner 
• Strong oral and written communication skills with an ability to collaborate successfully with team members and others in the organization 
• Organized and able to manage multiple activities in a timely and accurate manner with general supervisory guidance 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Education 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 and working knowledge of Microsoft Excel required. Preferred experience includes XBRL knowledge, Workiva and Hyperion systems, and experience working in the energy industry. 

DIRECT REPORTS

None

FREEDOM TO ACT

Ability to multi-task and function in a highly-dynamic atmosphere; must exercise discretion independently.

WORK CONDITIONS

• Job 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 REQUIREMENTS

Reasonable 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 OPPORTUNITY

Cheniere 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.