Senior Analyst, Tax

At Cheniere, we provide the world with safe, reliable energy in the form of LNG.  But more than that, we provide opportunities for our employees to make an impact on their local communities every day. Our diversity is key to our continued success and forges a path where our culture supports greater equity and inclusion for our employees, customers and beyond. 

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Analyst, Tax, reporting to the Manager, Tax, plays a critical role in the Company’s income tax function with a primary focus on the quarterly global income tax provision preparation, taxable income modelling, and calculation of book-tax differences. The ideal candidate is naturally curious, thinks critically, and can independently work through unfamiliar issues. The Senior Analyst, Tax will regularly collaborate and communicate across key corporate functions, including Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis, Strategic Finance, and Treasury. 

KNOWLEDGE

Skills:

• Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to solve complex problems independently

• Demonstrated ability to identify root causes, investigate issues, and develop well-reasoned solutions without requiring step by step direction

• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal

• Able to quickly adapt to and understand new ideas, concepts, and processes

• Able to manage multiple tasks and demands with a high degree of accuracy in a fast-paced environment

• Emphasis on attention to detail and effective organization skills

Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of ASC 740 and other US GAAP financial accounting concepts

• Working knowledge of federal tax law and principles

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Prepares the Company’s global income tax provision and financial statement disclosures for quarterly and annual financial statements under both US GAAP and IFRS
• Prepares internal taxable income forecast model for monthly forecasting and ad hoc modeling requests
• Prepares quarterly executive-level slide decks highlighting key tax metrics and taxable income modeling 
• Prepares certain federal tax calculations which may include: 162(m) executive compensation, corporate alternative minimum tax (CAMT), foreign derived deduction eligible income (FDDEI), transfer pricing, foreign tax credit, revenue recognition, and share-based compensation
• Prepares income tax journal entries and corresponding monthly account reconciliations
• Prepares and facilitates quarterly estimated tax payments
• Prepares quarterly tax provision memorandums documenting the tax impact of significant transactions
• Liaises with local country big four accounting firms to manage and oversee the preparation of international income tax returns
• Manages and maintains income tax provision in Corptax provision tax software
• Supports timely delivery of workpapers and documentation required for external audits

• Supports process improvement initiatives to streamline and increase efficiency

• The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS)

Education and Certifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting required. Master’s degree in accounting or Tax is a plus. Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, or actively in pursuit of licensure is highly preferred. 

Experience: Minimum three (3) years’ experience in tax accounting provision and/or tax compliance. Experience with Corptax Provision, Oracle, Hyperion, and SharePoint systems are a plus.

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 from home, after normal work hou