Financial Planning Analyst - CO2

Kinder Morgan Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Morgan is seeking a Financial Analyst to support forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and analysis within the CO2 and ETV business unit. The role requires 3+ years of financial planning experience, strong Excel/VBA skills, and GAAP knowledge. A Bachelor’s in Finance or Accounting is required; MBA/CPA preferred.

Hybrid schedule with in-office Mon-Wed and remote Thu-Fri. Responsibilities include updating models, performing variance analysis, preparing consolidation and ad hoc analyses, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting is required.
• MBA and/or CPA preferred as a qualification.
• 3+ years of financial analysis and planning experience.

Responsibilities

• Support bi-weekly forecast, monthly close, annual budget, QBR, and LRO.
• Maintain and update financial models reflecting conditions.
• Develop sensitivity and scenario analyses.
• Analyze monthly results and monitor close processes.
• Investigate drivers and variances and provide explanations.
• Contribute to process improvements and data integrity.
• Assist with FP&A system design and data validation.

Skills

Financial analysis

Financial modeling

Budgeting

Excel VBA

Power Query

GAAP knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting

MBA/CPA preferred

Tools

Excel

VBA

Power Query

Job description

What We Are Looking For

Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America, with an extensive network of assets spanning coast to coast. With more than 11,000 employees and decades of operational experience, we are a leader in the midstream sector.

We believe our people are critical to our success and are committed to providing a safe, ethical, respectful, and growth-oriented workplace. Kinder Morgan offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401(k), and a company-funded retirement plan.

The department currently operates on a hybrid schedule, with in-office work Monday through Wednesday and the opportunity for remote work Thursday and Friday.

What You Will Do

This Financial Analyst position resides within the Kinder Morgan CO2 and ETV business unit. The Kinder Morgan CO2 and ETV business unit consists of multiple oilfields, a gas and power plant, transportation pipelines, and multiple Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) and Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) plants. In this role, the analyst will support core financial planning activities, including forecasting, budgeting, monthly/quarterly reporting, consolidation, and analysis.

What You Need

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting required
• MBA and/or CPA preferred

Experience & Knowledge:

• 3+ years' experience in financial analysis and planning
• Proven experience in financial modeling, budgets, and operational analysis
• Detailed understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial statements
• Prior experience in oil and gas industry preferred
• This position may be filled at various levels to commensurate with skills, education, and experience

Competencies, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to understand, design, and create complex models
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VBA and Power Query
• Effective and concise communication skills in both oral and written form
• Comfortable presenting financial insights to all levels of management
• Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks effectively
• Possess strong problem-solving skills and the ability to independently develop creative solutions
• Ability to think critically and understand how the numbers interrelate
• Flexibility to work additional hours may be required, including occasional weekends and holidays

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the preparation and consolidation of financial data and analysis for the bi-weekly forecast, month end close, annual budget, Quarterly Business Review (QBR), and Long-Range Outlook (LRO), plus ad hoc assignments and analysis.
• Maintain and update financial models to reflect current operating conditions and business needs
• Develop and maintain sensitivity and scenario analysis
• Analyze monthly financial results and monitor the accounting close process
• Research and consolidate variance explanations, investigate drivers and anomalies
• Identify and implement financial process improvements while ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Serve as a key contributor to a financial planning application implementation by identifying process improvements, documenting requirements, and validating data integrity
• Interface with all levels of management to obtain data and information necessary to complete duties
• Serve as a liaison between Corporate Financial Planning, Segment Accounting, Operations and Commercial Groups
• Perform ad hoc analysis as requested by management

Why Join Kinder Morgan

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.