Lead Analyst / Advisor, Financial Planning and Analysis

Cheniere Energy•Houston, TX

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Lead Analyst / Advisor, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) reports to the Director, FP&A and will support the team in developing, implementing and tracking various financial analysis initiatives. This includes leading the analysis and building of reports, presentations and other materials for review by the Director, Financial Planning & Analysis, with the final product ultimately being distributed to the VP, Financial Planning, SVP, Finance & Treasury, Chief Financial Officer, Senior Management and Board of Directors.

Requirements

Demonstrated subject matter expertise in conducting financial analysis and preparing managerial reports
Substantial knowledge of financial analysis techniques and modeling is required for this role
Working knowledge of Hyperion, project management practices, and the energy industry
Excellent analytical and communication skills
Advanced computer skills in Excel and PowerPoint, along with the ability to learn new applications
Proven ability to execute multiple assignments on a timely basis with a high degree of accuracy and high attention to detail
Must be able to work under deadline pressure, and must be willing to work outside of normal office hours as required
Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Accounting or Finance
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or in active pursuit of certification, is required
Lead Analyst: Minimum seven (7) years of experience in progressive finance and accounting positions
Advisor: Minimum ten (10) years of experience in progressive finance and accounting positions

Nice To Haves

Hyperion and project management will be beneficial
Public accounting experience is highly preferred
Oracle and Hyperion systems experience
Masters of Accounting and/or MBA is preferred

Responsibilities

Produce and enhance quality of monthly and quarterly Management Reporting Packages (MRP), Board of Director, and Compensation Committee materials
Build and maintain robust corporate financial models utilizing data queries and key spreadsheets using advanced excel skills
Perform analysis between actuals, budget and forecast from GAAP and non-GAAP perspective on a regular basis (i.e. monthly and quarterly)
Coordinate with various departments across the company to effectively capture forecast and budget information in Hyperion Planning and ensure consistency of information amongst Finance & Treasury
Create ad hoc and sensitivity analysis for Adjusted EBITDA, Distributable Cash Flow, Free Cash Flow, Net Income, and Balance Sheet
Assist with development of annual budget and monthly forecast processes from both GAAP and non-GAAP perspective
Identify opportunities and execute improvements to processes to drive alignment with various business development and growth initiatives, applying financial analysis advanced knowledge
Support the company-wide effort of developing and implementing various financial software initiatives