SR Financial Analyst

CVR Energy, Inc.•Sugar Land, TX

About The Position

Under the direction of the Senior Manager of FP&A, the Senior Financial Analyst supports the Petroleum business by preparing detailed, time-sensitive forecasts and reports for senior management and the Board of Directors, analyzing forecast and actual financial results, and completing special projects and ad hoc reports. Requests may arrive with minimal advance notice. The role requires comprehensive knowledge of the company’s financial and operational performance and its financial and strategic objectives. The incumbent handles non-public, proprietary information and must maintain strict confidentiality.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
At least 3 years of Finance experience, including FP&A.
Demonstrated knowledge of financial planning, business operations, financial analysis, and strategic planning.
Ability to review and interpret commercial agreements and financial instruments and incorporate key terms into financial models and analyses.
Working knowledge of accounting fundamentals, including the ability to review and understand journal entries.
Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite, with strong financial modeling skills in Excel.
Ability to use generative AI tools to accelerate analysis and prepare materials and models while safeguarding confidential information, and to be productive with these tools from day one.
Ability to analyze and resolve complex problems.
Ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely to varied audiences.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including fluency in English.
Interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships with operations, commercial, and other finance partners.
Ability to multitask and prioritize projects, manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment, adjust schedules as needed, and meet business needs.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, take ownership of assignments, and bring recommended solutions along with questions.
Ability to travel as needed.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States; the company will not sponsor immigration or work visas.

Nice To Haves

Energy industry experience, particularly downstream.
Experience with Oracle EPM (formerly Hyperion), including Planning and SmartView; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

Partner with key operational stakeholders to develop monthly EBITDA and free cash flow forecasts and the annual budget for the Petroleum business.
Coordinate with Treasury on balance sheet and cash flow forecasts for the Petroleum business.
Prepare materials for monthly, quarterly, and annual management reviews, including variance analysis of actual results to forecast and budget.
Interpret market and operational data, including commodity prices, crack spreads, RINs, and product yields, and assess other factors affecting forecasting and financial planning.
Monitor economic, energy industry, and corporate developments by analyzing information from various sources.
Design, develop, and maintain sophisticated financial models.
Produce detailed reports, graphs, charts, dashboards, and presentations that outline findings, explain risks, and recommend alternatives.
Present oral and written reports on forecasts, variance analysis, and other analyses to senior management and operational stakeholders.
Communicate regularly with the manager about work progress, concerns, questions, and opportunities for improvement.
Help train and mentor junior and intermediate-level analysts.
Support special finance projects and ad hoc requests as needed.
Maintain strict confidentiality when handling non-public, proprietary information.