Sr. Accountant, Commodity

ABOUT NEXTDECADE CORPORATION 

NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to reliable, lower carbon energy. We are focused on delivering secure, low-cost, and sustainable energy solutions through the safe and efficient development and operation of natural gas liquefaction and carbon capture and storage infrastructure. 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. We are also developing a potential carbon capture and storage project at the facility that is expected to make meaningful impacts toward a lower carbon future. 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 www.next-decade.com.

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE 

The Senior Commodity Accountant will play a pivotal role in supporting the financial integrity and operational readiness of our LNG trading and logistics activities. This position will be responsible for designing and implementing accounting workflows, validating and recording complex commodity transactions, and ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP across physical LNG trades, derivatives, and transport contracts.

The role requires close collaboration with traders, operations, IT, and finance to align accounting practices with commercial strategies and system capabilities. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, a proactive mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, start-up environment.

• Participate in the design and implementation of various IT systems including but not limited to the ETRM and Inventory Reporting
• Work closely with traders, operations, and finance to understand deal structures and financial implications.
• Support the design and implementation of accounting workflows for LNG physical trades, derivatives, and transport contracts.
• Validate and record LNG and natural gas commodity transactions including purchases and sales.
• 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.
• Evaluate commercial contracts and agreements to determine the appropriate accounting treatment in accordance with Revenue Recognition under ASC 606, hedge accounting standards under ASC 815 and lease accounting requirements under ASC 842.
• Partner with risk and trading teams to align accounting with commercial strategies.
• Support audit and compliance efforts, including SOX readiness.
• Other accounting and special projects as requested.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3+ years in public accounting (Big 4 or equivalent) or 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong technical expertise and exposure to Oil and Gas industry, preferably in LNG.  
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, derivative accounting, and energy markets.
• Experience with ETRM systems (e.g., Endur/OpenLink) and ERP platforms (e.g., SAP).
• Advanced Excel skills
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.

• CPA in good standing preferred.
• Experience in a startup or high-growth environment is a plus.
• Familiarity with data analytics tools is a plus.

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 people and thought. It takes people with different strengths, ideas, and cultural backgrounds to make our company succeed.

NextDecadeprovides 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. NextDecadecomplies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.