Finance Analyst

Orion Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic energy firm located in Houston, Texas, is searching for a Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst to provide critical financial information and analysis. The role includes leading budgeting and forecasting processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and conducting performance analysis against financial plans. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in Finance, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Excel. The company values diversity and promotes an inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Financial Planning and Analysis, Accounting, or Finance.
• LNG industry experience is preferred.
• Ability to analyze, manipulate, and present financial data.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for monthly actual vs budget analysis.
• Create and maintain financial models.
• Communicate and collaborate with leadership on budgeting.

Skills

Financial Planning and Analysis

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Strong communication skills

Self-motivated and proactive

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Job description

Overview

The Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst is part of a dynamic team and provides financial information and analysis to support multiple functions developing the project. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, lead elements of the budgeting and forecasting processes, monitor performance against financial plans, and present their findings and recommendations to key leadership.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for monthly actual vs budget analysis for construction and operating budgets.


• Create, maintain and update financial models to support the continued development.


• Lead evaluation of financial processes to identify and implement changes to drive efficiency and accuracy improvements.


• Communicate and collaborate with leadership across the company to support the budgeting and reporting processes.


• Independently prepare ad-hoc analysis, reports, and presentations as needed.


• Participate in budget system implementation and maintenance as needed.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Financial Planning and Analysis, Accounting, Finance or similar financial or business role within the energy industry.


• LNG industry experience preferred.


• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to independently analyze, manipulate, and present financial data


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage effectively with management and senior leadership across multiple organizational levels


• Highly self-motivated and proactive, able to work independently with minimal supervision or training


• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field is preferred, but not required


• Prior experience in the energy and/or construction industry is strongly preferred


• Background in Accounting, FP&A, Finance, and/or Project Controls, with an understanding of project-based financial environments

Diversity and Inclusion

As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.