What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at New Fortress Energy?
Job Description
Who We Are:
New 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.
Responsibilities
The role:
The 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 Do
Lease Accounting & ASC 842 Compliance
What You Bring
Who We Are:
New 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.
Responsibilities
The role:
The 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 Do
Lease Accounting & ASC 842 Compliance
- Manage lease schedules, journal entries, and reconciliations for finance and operating leases
- Review lease contracts for proper classification and assist in applying ASC 842 guidance
- Own lease-related activities for monthly close, including right-of-use asset and liability reconciliations
- Prepare lease-related disclosures for financial statements and external reporting
- Collaborate with FP&A on reporting insights and variance analysis
- Track, record, and reconcile accrued expenses related to operations, SG&A, and other functions
- Review vendor and contract terms to ensure proper cut-off and accrual methodologies
- Provide support for budget variance and actuals related to accruals and expense analysis
- Support payroll accounting activities including journal entries, reconciliations, and employee bonus accruals
- Monitor and analyze trends in payroll-related expenses and ensure compliance with internal controls
- Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules across assigned areas
- Ensure deadlines are met and close processes are documented and effective
- Maintain accounting documentation and improve process clarity across recurring tasks
- Support automation and system enhancements for lease and accounting workflows
- Help maintain SOX-compliant control environment across assigned areas
- Prepare audit-ready documentation and assist with internal and external audit requests
- Support continuous improvement across controllership processes
- Participate in special projects, including consolidations and system implementations
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA preferred or in progress
- 3–6 years of experience in accounting; technical accounting and/or controllership experience highly valued; Big 4 accounting preferred
- Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and ASC 842
- SOX compliance experience required
- Familiarity with ERP systems (Oracle Fusion ideal) and lease accounting tools
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management capabilities
- Analytical mindset with high attention to detail and a willingness to learn new topics
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to navigate fast-paced, cross-functional environments