Technical Accounting Principal

EQT is seeking a Technical Accounting Principal to join our Corporate Accounting Qrew. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to both the strategic and executional sides of technical accounting. The Technical Accounting Principal serves as a subject matter expert on complex accounting matters under U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting, while also taking active ownership of core accounting activities and external reporting deliverables.

This position requires a strong accounting foundation, sharp analytical thinking and a high degree of ownership over technical accounting work - from evaluating contracts and business arrangements at inception, to researching and documenting position memos, to implementing related accounting processes and ensuring results are accurately recorded and reflected in EQT's financial statements.

EQT has a track record of acquisitions, divestitures and other strategic transactions that require technical accounting support. The Technical Accounting Principal will play a key role in evaluating the accounting for these transactions and working closely with senior leadership, external auditors and cross-functional teams to support decision-making, meet reporting obligations and ensure compliance with internal controls.

The Technical Accounting Principalresponsibilities include but arenot limited to:

Technical Accounting & Research

• Research, interpret and document accounting conclusions for complex transactions, contracts, business ventures and strategic initiatives
• Lead or support the adoption of new accounting standards
• Perform benchmarking and peer disclosure analysis

Execution & Review

• Oversee monthly close processes for technical accounting areas, including joint ventures, consolidation, noncontrolling interests, goodwill, intangible assets and transaction costs
• Review key financial analyses and the statement of cash flows
• Apply a deep understanding of EQT's consolidation structure to ensure accurate presentation in EQT's financial statements.

External Reporting

• Review stand-alone reporting packages for EQT's joint ventures

• Support SEC filing requirements that arise from capital market transactions, acquisitions, divestitures, etc., including the preparation of pro forma financial statements and carve out financial statements as well as the review of registration statements.

• Prepare or review SEC financial statements and investor materials, including review of key performance metrics

Strategic Projects & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Provide accounting support for strategic business initiatives and cross-functional projects

• Partner closely with Finance, Legal, Tax, IT and Human Resources to ensure alignment on accounting implications and execution

• Serve as a key contact for external auditors, communicating technical matters and conclusions

• Continuous Improvement

• Assist with accounting system implementations, enhancements and other initiatives to automate and streamline financial analysis and external reporting content

• Identify anomalies and inefficiencies using analytical tools; engage other teams as needed to resolve root causes

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  • Embrace technology to drive automation and scalability across accounting and reporting functions
  
  
  
  

Required Experience and Skills:

• 8+ years of progressive experience in public accounting and/or industry required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA required.
• Strong command of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting framework.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to research and apply technical guidance to transactions and design practical accounting solutions.
• Strategic thinker who can also execute effectively at a detailed level.
• Track record of leading complex technical accounting projects.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Self-starter who thrives in both collaborative and independent settings, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, quickly understand complex business issues and consistently deliver high-quality work.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• 10+ years of experience inpublic accounting preferred.
• Big 4 public accounting background strongly preferred.
• Experience with complex transactions (e.g., acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, consolidation, etc.) strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in SEC reporting.
• Energy industry experience is a strong plus.

Remote work is being considered for this role excluding the following states: California, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, and Tennessee unless willing to relocate.