Sr. Accountant, Operations Accounting
Next Decade
Accounting & Finance, Operations
Houston, TX, USA
Posted on Sep 4, 2025
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 Accountant, Operations Accounting will support NextDecade’s commercial and operational activities by ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with U.S. GAAP, and effective accounting processes across LNG inventory, logistics, and cost of goods sold. This role will be instrumental in designing and implementing accounting workflows and systems—including ETRM, Marine Freight, and Inventory Reporting—while maintaining the integrity of accounting records for fixed assets, leases, and other operational transactions. The Senior Accountant will partner cross-functionally with IT, Commercial, and Operations teams, contribute to policy development, and support internal and external audits. This position is ideal for a hands-on accounting professional with strong technical expertise and a drive to help build scalable processes in a dynamic, high-growth environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Participate in the design and implementation of various IT systems including but not limited to the ETRM, Marine Freight System, and Inventory Reporting.
- 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.
- Support the design and implementation of accounting workflows for LNG inventory, logistics, and cost of goods sold.
- Maintain and reconcile fixed asset subledger and ensure proper capitalization and depreciation.
- Assist in developing and implementing accounting policies and procedures for new operational activities including but not limited to lease accounting requirements under ASC 842.
- Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and responding to inquiries.
- Other accounting and special projects as requested.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
- 3+ years in public accounting (Big 4 or equivalent) or 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
- Strong US GAAP knowledge
- Experience with ETRM systems (e.g., Endur/OpenLink) and ERP platforms (e.g., SAP).
- Excellent communication and analytical skills.
- Strong critical thinking, interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills
- Ability to effectively interact with senior management
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
- CPA in good standing preferred.
- Experience in the energy, infrastructure, or related industry.
- Public accounting in Global 6 or LNG specific background is a big plus.
- Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with data analytics tools is a plus.
- Experience in a startup or high-growth environment 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 recruiting@next-decade.com.
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.