Lead Analyst / Advisor, Financial Planning and Analysis

Cheniere Energy, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Cheniere Energy, Inc. is seeking a Lead Analyst / Advisor in FP&A to drive financial analysis, reporting and forecasting for senior leadership.

You will lead the creation of reports, analyses and materials for executives and the Board, coordinating across finance and business teams to ensure accuracy and timeliness. The role requires 7+ years in progressive finance roles (10+ as Advisor), strong modeling skills, and expert use of Hyperion and Oracle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA or actively pursuing certification required.
• MBA or Masters preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce and enhance monthly/quarterly reporting packages for leadership and committees.
• Build and maintain robust financial models using data queries and spreadsheets.
• Analyze actuals, budget and forecast from GAAP and non-GAAP perspectives monthly/quarterly.
• Coordinate with departments to capture forecast info in Hyperion Planning.
• Create ad hoc analyses for EBITDA, DCF, FCF, Net Income and balance sheet.
• Support annual budget and monthly forecast processes from GAAP and non-GAAP views.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Excel & PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

CPA (or pursuing)

MBA preferred

Tools

Hyperion

Oracle

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

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.

Position Overview

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.

Knowledge And Skills

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. Hyperion and project management will be beneficial.

Skills

• Must have 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

Responsibilities And Essential Duties

• 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
• The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list, and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Education and Certifications

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Accounting or Finance. Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or in active pursuit of certification, is required. Masters of Accounting and/or MBA is preferred.

Experience

• Lead Analyst: Minimum seven (7) years of experience in progressive finance and accounting positions. Public accounting experience is highly preferred, in addition to Oracle and Hyperion systems experience.
• Advisor: Minimum ten (10) years of experience in progressive finance and accounting positions. Public accounting experience is highly preferred, in addition to Oracle and Hyperion systems experience.

DIRECT REPORTS

None

FREEDOM TO ACT

Lead Analyst / Advisor is a subject matter expert in their field and requires minimal supervision. Ability to multi-task and function in a highly-dynamic atmosphere; must exercise discretion independently.

WORK CONDITIONS

• Job is performed in a typical office environment, but is subject to time pressures and constraints, and is often dependent on input from others.
• Occasionally, work may be performed from home, after normal work hours or on weekends.
• Periodically travel as business requires.
• Subject to drug and alcohol testing, per applicable federal regulations or as required by Cheniere.

Ada Job Requirements

Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential functions of the job can be performed and not hinder the employee's performance due to physical or mental disability.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Cheniere Energy is an equal opportunity workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation if requested for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices.

About Us

Cheniere Energy is a global leader in LNG providing flexible, reliable and affordable energy to the world while powering the transition to a lower-carbon future.

We are a values-driven company that focuses on teamwork, respect, accountability, integrity, nimbleness, and above all, safety for our employees, our communities, and our assets.

Cheniere Energy’s global impact is achieved through a diverse and passionate workforce that is invested in our company through our annual stock-grant program. Our high-performing employees are united by a shared mission, common goals and a culture of inclusion and caring.

• Our comprehensive compensation and benefits offerings are competitive and strong, and they prioritize wellness and performance incentives that reward results.

A Fortune 500 company, Cheniere Energy is headquartered in Houston with U.S. offices in Lake Charles, Louisiana and Washington D.C.; production sites in Cameron, Louisiana and Gregory, Texas; and international offices in London, Singapore, Beijing and Tokyo.