Senior Analyst, Tax

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.

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 hours or on weekends.
• Subject to drug and alcohol testing, per applicable federal regulations or as required by the Company.

**ADA JOB REQUIREMENTS**

Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential functions of the job can be performed and not hinder the employee's performance due to physical, mental, or emotional disability.

**EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY**

Cheniere Energy is an equal opportunity workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation if requested for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices.

About the Company

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> > Cheniere Energy is a global leader in LNG providing flexible, reliable and affordable energy to the world while powering the transition to a lower-carbon future.

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> > We are a values-driven company that focuses on teamwork, respect, accountability, integrity, nimbleness, and above all, safety for our employees, our communities, and our assets.

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> > Cheniere Energy’s global impact is achieved through a diverse and passionate workforce that is invested in our company through our annual stock-grant program. Our high-performing employees are united by a shared mission, common goals and a culture of inclusion and caring.

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> > Our comprehensive compensation and benefits offerings are competitive and strong, and they prioritize wellness and performance incentives that reward results. As an employee of Cheniere Energy, you will make an impact on our business and our communities.

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> > A Fortune 500 company, Cheniere Energy is headquartered in Houston with U.S. offices in Lake Charles, Louisiana and Washington D.C.; production sites in Cameron, Louisiana and Gregory, Texas; and international offices in London, Singapore, Beijing and Tokyo.

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