Sr. Accountant, Financial Reporting

ABOUT NEXTDECADE CORPORATION NextDecade is committed to providing the world access to reliable, lower-carbon energy. We are focused on delivering secure and cost-effective energy through the safe and efficient development and operation of natural gas liquefaction capacity at Rio Grande LNG. 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, sufficient space at the site for up to 10 liquefaction trains, and a potential carbon capture and storage project. 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 Accountant, Financial Reporting supports the preparation and filing of the Company’s financial reports and ensures compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and internal reporting standards. This role works closely with the Sr. Manager of Financial Reporting and cross-functional partners to produce accurate, timely, and high-quality financial disclosures in a public company environment.This position is ideal for a technically strong accountant with hands-on SEC reporting experience who is ready to take ownership of key reporting areas while continuing to grow under experienced leadership.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and support the timely filing of SEC reports (including Forms 10-K and 10-Q) and the issuance of reports required by partners and debt holders.
• Ensure timely, accurate compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and internal reporting standards.
• Draft and update financial statement footnote disclosures, MD&A, and supporting schedules.
• Coordinate with external auditors for quarterly reviews and annual audits.
• Assist in evaluating and documenting the accounting and disclosure impact of new accounting standards, complex transactions, and non-routine activities, including preparation of technical accounting memos.
• Collaborate with and support internal teams (e.g., Treasury, FP&A and Tax).
• Drive process improvements in financial reporting processes, internal controls, and reporting templates and tools.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required), CPA strongly preferred.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, with public company and/or Big 4 experience strongly preferred.
• Strong technical accounting foundation in U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.
• Experience supporting SEC filings and quarterly close/reporting cycles.
• Familiarity with financial reporting systems and tools (e.g., Workiva, Oracle, SAP, or similar).
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex accounting topics.

PREFERRED QUAKIFICATIONS

• Experience with SOX compliance and internal controls over financial reporting.
• Exposure to complex accounting areas such as debt and equity transactions, stock-based compensation, business combinations, or derivatives.
• Prior experience in a high-growth or transformation-stage public company environment.

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