Midstream Financial Analyst

Oxy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxy in Houston, TX, seeks an experienced Midstream Financial Analyst to support the Midstream & Marketing group. The role centers on monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, income statement and balance sheet analysis, and close coordination.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Accounting or related Finance field, with 3–5 years corporate accounting or 2–3 years public accounting experience, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related Finance field.
• 3–5 years corporate accounting experience or 2–3 years public accounting.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Experience in Midstream, Marketing, Energy, or commodity-based businesses is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports with emphasis on Midstream & Marketing activities.
• Interpret large datasets and identify trends in market data.
• Conduct variance analysis compared to outlook, budget, and prior periods.
• Communicate key drivers to management using dashboards and visual summaries.
• Support monthly close activities; handle accruals, estimates, and tie-outs.
• Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and resolve issues with Accounting.
• Develop and enhance management reporting tools for deeper insights.
• Collaborate with other departments in recording and analyzing financial data.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests and special projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Forecasting/Budgeting

Data analysis

SQL

Python

Tableau/Power BI

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related Finance degree

Tools

SQL

Python

Tableau/Power BI

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

Oxy produces, markets and transports oil and natural gas to maximize value and provide resources fundamental to life. The company leverages its global leadership in carbon management to advance lower-carbon technologies and products. Headquartered in Houston, Oxy primarily operates in the United States, Middle East and North Africa. To learn more, visit Oxy

Oxy strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment and positively impacting our communities where we do business.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual to fill the position of Midstream Financial Analyst within our Midstream & Marketing group based in Houston, TX.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including income statement and balance sheet analysis, with an emphasis on Midstream & Marketing activities
• Strong ability to interpret large datasets and identify trends in market data
• Conduct variance analysis compared to outlook, budget, and previous periods, and communicate key drivers to management using dashboards and visual summaries
• Support monthly close activities by handling accruals, estimates, and tie-outs, ensuring results accurately reflect operational activity in accordance with accrual accounting principles
• Maintain and review balance sheet account reconciliations, investigate reconciling items, and work with Accounting to resolve issues promptly
• Develop, maintain, and enhance management reporting tools, including automated reports and analytics, to improve efficiency and provide deeper insights
• Working closely with other departments in recording and analyzing financial data
• Assisting with internal and external audit requests, as well as other special projects
• Other duties as required

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related Finance degree
• 3-5 years Corporate Accounting Experience or 2-3 years of experience in Public Accounting
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks and meet short deadlines
• Prior experience in Midstream, Marketing, Energy, or Commodity-based businesses
• Self-motivated and strong work ethic
• Ability to analyze data and reach own conclusions
• Exposure to forecasting, budget, outlook, or planning processes
• Experience with inventory valuation or commodity margin analysis
• Independent thinker with the ability to problem solve
• Takes accountability and strives to increase results
• Ability to work Overtime required for monthly closing activities

Desired Qualifications

• Midstream & Marketing Oil and Gas experience/background a plus
• Experience with SQL, Python, or data visualization tools (Tableau/Power BI) a plus
• SAP & Microsoft Excel experience a plus

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.