Senior Financial Analyst

NRG•Princeton, NJ

43d•$106,700 - $132,900•Hybrid

About The Position

Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we’re all about propelling the next generation of leaders forward. We are driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future. We deliver innovative solutions that make our customers’ lives easier—helping them power, protect, and intelligently manage their homes and businesses. To do this, we need creative and talented people to join our company. We offer a dynamic work environment and a unified and inclusive culture. NRG fosters a strong sense of belonging that leads to better collaboration and business performance. Our company programs are designed to help employees develop the skills they need for success now and in the future. In everything we do, we aim to champion our employees and bring value to our customers, investors and society. More information is available at www.nrg.com. Connect with NRG on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in financial analysis or related field
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with a high level of accuracy
Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate and resolve complex financial and accounting issues
Highly motivated self-starter with strong problem-solving capabilities and exceptional attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with senior leadership and external stakeholders
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and tight deadlines
Experience with Hyperion or comparable financial planning and reporting systems
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including XLOOKUP, and SUMIFS functions

Nice To Haves

Five (5)+ years of experience within the energy industry
Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) and/or CPA designation preferred
Experience working with SAP
Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Word
Experience with Power Query or other automation/macro tools strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Supports consolidated cash flow reporting and planning across the organization, including monthly and quarterly analysis, annual budgeting, long-term planning, and forecasting activities.
Supports the Cash Flow leadership team to provide strategic and financial analysis to executive leadership, including the CFO, SVP of FP&A, and senior management.
Supports the preparation and review of Business Unit monthly reporting by collecting financial and operational data and performing high-level performance analysis against budget, forecast, and prior periods.
Extracts and analyzes data from financial planning and reporting systems (FPR) and other management reporting tools.
Performs variance and trend analysis, including year-over-year comparisons.
Maintains, updates, and enhances monthly financial models to improve accuracy and efficiency.
Assists in the preparation and review of key cash flow components, including AR/AP capital expenditures (CapEx), interest, and working capital.
Analyzes cash flow results relative to budget, forecast, and historical performance.
Prepares recurring and ad hoc financial reports and analyses for executive leadership.
Supports quarterly earnings processes, including preparation of earnings call data, presentation materials, and supporting documentation.
Assists in the development of Board-level presentations, including quarterly Board Overview packages and Capital Allocation materials.
Contributes to preparation of materials for Ratings Agency meetings and other external stakeholders.