Director, Technical Accounting

Venture Global LNG (“Venture Global”) is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company’s Louisiana-based export projects service the global demand for North American natural gas and support the long-term development of clean and reliable North American energy supplies. Using reliable, proven technology in an innovative plant design configuration, Venture Global’s modular, mid-scale plant design will replace traditional designs as it allows for the same efficiency and operational reliability at significantly lower capital cost.

We are seeking qualified applicants for the position:

Director, Technical AccountingLocated:

Arlington

Summary

We are seeking a Director, Technical Accounting, to join our Accounting team. This position will report to the Deputy Controller and will be located in Arlington, VA.

General Description Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide technical accounting analysis for complex transactions in accordance with US GAAP; document conclusions in accounting memos·
• Stay current on US GAAP; assist with research, analysis and implementation of new accounting pronouncements; document conclusions in whitepapers·
• Develop accounting policies, processes and internal controls, consistent with US GAAP·
• Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end accounting close and financial reporting processes; including technical accounting areas, footnote disclosures and audit responses as needed for accurate and timely development of financial statements·
• Review contracts for accounting / finance implications; document and communicate conclusions as necessary·
• Enhance existing accounting-related processes·
• Interface with auditors·
• Assist with foreign country compliance and reporting requirements·
• Other duties as required and assigned

QualificationsRequired experience

• 10+ years of Big 4 or public company experience in a technical accounting or accounting policy role
• In-depth understanding of current technical accounting and reporting matters
• Ability to write technical accounting position and policy documents·
• Ability to create complex accounting models and valuations in excel
• Experience with derivatives and hedging, debt and equity transactions, and development stage projects preferred
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; A diplomatic, persuasive and articulate communication style
• Superior attention to detail and ability to consistently meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills
• Discretion in dealing with confidential material

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