New Fortress Energy LLC

Senior Accountant

New Fortress Energy LLC$90K — $120K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA preferred or in progress
  • 3-6 years of accounting experience, ideally in technical accounting or controllership; Big 4 preferred
  • Strong knowledge of US GAAP and ASC 842
  • Experience with SOX compliance
  • Familiarity with ERP systems, particularly Oracle Fusion, and lease accounting tools
  • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
  • Analytical mindset with a focus on accuracy and learning
  • Effective interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration

Responsibilities

  • Manage lease accounting schedules, journal entries, and reconciliations
  • Ensure compliance with ASC 842 through lease contract reviews and classification assistance
  • Oversee month-end lease-related activities and financial disclosures
  • Track and reconcile accrued liabilities for various organizational functions
  • Provide insights on budget variances in expense analysis
  • Support payroll accounting including reconciliations and bonus accruals
  • Contribute to monthly close processes and enhance documentation efficiency

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Engaged collaborative work environment promoting cross-functional teamwork
  • Involvement in innovative projects aimed at transitioning to clean energy solutions
  • Access to cutting-edge accounting technologies and ERP systems
  • Commitment to maintaining a SOX-compliant control environment
Full Job Description
Job Description

Responsibilities

The role:

The Senior Accountant will support key areas of the controllership function, with primary responsibilities across lease accounting, accrued liabilities, payroll and bonus compensation, and monthly close activities. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented accountant looking to own and improve core operational accounting processes in a fast-paced environment.

You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance in day-to-day accounting-while helping drive improvements in data integrity, systems, and controls.

What You Will Do

Lease Accounting & ASC 842 Compliance
  • Manage lease schedules, journal entries, and reconciliations for finance and operating leases
  • Review lease contracts for proper classification and assist in applying ASC 842 guidance
  • Own lease-related activities for monthly close, including right-of-use asset and liability reconciliations
  • Prepare lease-related disclosures for financial statements and external reporting
  • Collaborate with FP&A on reporting insights and variance analysis


Accrued Liabilities and Expenses
  • Track, record, and reconcile accrued expenses related to operations, SG&A, and other functions
  • Review vendor and contract terms to ensure proper cut-off and accrual methodologies
  • Provide support for budget variance and actuals related to accruals and expense analysis


Payroll & Bonus Accounting
  • Support payroll accounting activities including journal entries, reconciliations, and employee bonus accruals
  • Monitor and analyze trends in payroll-related expenses and ensure compliance with internal controls


Monthly Close Activities
  • Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules across assigned areas
  • Ensure deadlines are met and close processes are documented and effective
  • Maintain accounting documentation and improve process clarity across recurring tasks


Systems, Controls, & Compliance
  • Support automation and system enhancements for lease and accounting workflows
  • Help maintain SOX-compliant control environment across assigned areas
  • Prepare audit-ready documentation and assist with internal and external audit requests


Collaboration & Growth
  • Support continuous improvement across controllership processes
  • Participate in special projects, including consolidations and system implementations


Qualifications

What You Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA preferred or in progress
  • 3-6 years of experience in accounting; technical accounting and/or controllership experience highly valued; Big 4 accounting preferred
  • Strong working knowledge of US GAAP and ASC 842
  • SOX compliance experience required
  • Familiarity with ERP systems (Oracle Fusion ideal) and lease accounting tools
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management capabilities
  • Analytical mindset with high attention to detail and a willingness to learn new topics
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to navigate fast-paced, cross-functional environments

About New Fortress Energy LLC

New Fortress Energy LLC is a global energy infrastructure company that specializes in the development, financing, construction, and operation of natural gas infrastructure and logistics. The company's primary focus is on providing reliable and affordable energy to customers in developing countries and emerging markets. New Fortress Energy LLC was founded in 2014 by Wes Edens, a co-founder of Fortress Investment Group, and is headquartered in New York City.
Learn more about New Fortress Energy LLC
Size
671 employees
Market Cap
$8.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$189.4 million
Founded
2014
5 Year Trend
+128.2%
Revenue
$375.7 million
NASDAQ

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