Senior Cost Analyst

Howard Energy Partners; San Antonio, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Howard Energy Partners is seeking a Senior Cost Analyst to partner with operations, engineering, accounting, and finance to monitor expenditures against budgets and provide actionable insights for accurate financial reporting.

The role includes budgeting, variance analysis, accrual management, and support for field operations and JV board meetings. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or business.
• 3+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or budgeting/forecasting.
• Experience with EPM software is a plus (OneStream, BPC, TM1, Hyperion, Vena, SAP Analytics).

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and reports on the annual operating budget, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and operational plans.
• Leads monthly budget review meetings with operations to analyze variances, identify cost drivers, and guide corrective actions.
• Prepares and analyzes monthly operating expense variances for executive reporting.
• Manages monthly and quarterly accrual processes to ensure accurate financial representation of operational activities.
• Provides cost tracking and reporting support to field operations.
• Forecasts monthly project and operational expenditures, identifying trends and variances for proactive budget management.
• Develops and presents financial reports and performance insights for quarterly Joint Venture (JV) Board Meetings.
• Delivers ad hoc financial analysis and supports special projects as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or business

Tools

OneStream

BPC

TM1

Hyperion

Vena

SAP Analytics

Job description

The Senior Cost Analyst supports cross-functional teams including operations, engineering, accounting, and finance by monitoring actual expenditures against project and operational budgets. The role also provides actionable insights to ensure financial accuracy and informed decision-making.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates and reports on the annual operating budget, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and operational plans.
• Leads monthly budget review meetings with operations to analyze variances, identify cost drivers, and guide corrective actions.
• Prepares and analyzes monthly operating expense variances for executive reporting.
• Manages monthly and quarterly accrual processes to ensure accurate financial representation of operational activities.
• Provides cost tracking and reporting support to field operations.
• Forecasts monthly project and operational expenditures, identifying trends and variances for proactive budget management.
• Develops and presents financial reports and performance insights for quarterly Joint Venture (JV) Board Meetings.
• Delivers ad hoc financial analysis and supports special projects as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong financial modeling and forecasting capabilities to support cost control initiatives.
• Proficient in cost management systems and financial analysis tools.
• Skilled in interpreting financial data to identify trends and deliver actionable insights.
• Excellent problem-solving skills to address cost-related issues.
• Effective collaborator with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, internal controls, and compliance standards.
• Familiarity with ERP systems for accounting transactions.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Adept with financial software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or business
• 3 to 5 years of experience in finance, accounting, or a budgeting/forecasting role
• Experience with EPM software is a plus (e.g., OneStream, BPC, TM1, Hyperion, Vena, SAP Analytics)

Certifications:

• None required

Physical Demands and Hazards for Office Employees:

This position requires prolonged periods of sitting, frequent computer use, occasional lifting of office supplies, and may involve travel.

Thank you for your interest in Howard Energy Partners, an equal opportunity employer. If you need additional information, have questions, or need accommodations, please reach out to the Human Resources department at 210-298-2222.

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Advanced

Analytical

Advanced

Interpersonal Skills

Advanced

Advanced

Behaviors

Preferred

Functional Expert

Considered a thought leader on a subject

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

:

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Accounting or related field.

Experience

Required

3 years:

3+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or a budgeting/forecasting role

Preferred

Experience with EPM software is a plus (e.g., OneStream, BPC, TM1, Hyperion, Vena, SAP Analytics)

Licenses & Certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer
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