Senior Financial Analyst

Verdun Oil Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oil and gas company in Houston, TX, is seeking a financial analyst to conduct complex financial analyses, develop financial plans, and support asset teams with reporting and budgeting. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree and at least six years of relevant experience. Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and reporting are essential. This full-time position offers a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• A minimum of six years of oil and gas accounting or financial analysis experience is required.
• Ability to complete multiple, diverse tasks of differing priorities without close supervision.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document complex financial analysis for the Company.
• Develop financial plans in conformance with corporate objectives and long-term planning.
• Prepare cost and production reports for field personnel.
• Analyze monthly results for the asset team and provide value-added services.
• Maintain employee confidence by keeping information confidential.

Skills

Strong audit skills

Reporting skills

Reconciling skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to meet deadlines

Education

Bachelor's Degree in business, finance, accounting, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Power BI

BOLO

Spotfire

Job description

Overview

Join our team and shape the future with us! At Verdun Oil Company, we believe in empowering our employees to innovate, grow, and make a real impact. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to advance your career, you’ll find a supportive, collaborative environment where your talents are valued and your contributions make a difference. Discover endless opportunities to learn, lead, and succeed with us!

Location and Employment Type

Houston, TX

Full Time

Responsibilities

• This position works under limited supervision and is responsible for conducting and documenting complex financial analysis for the Company. Additionally, the position is responsible for developing financial plans in conformance with corporate objectives and long-term planning and serves as an analyst and accounting liaison for the technical asset teams to help in preparing monthly financial reports for the Company’s internal meetings.
• Assist with complex analysis of potential acquisitions, analysis and compliance associated with the company’s capital structure, and take an active role in the Company’s annual plan creation process.
• Provide support to the asset teams by preparing monthly internal financial reports and analyses, managing capital and financial forecasts, budget planning, quarterly activity reviews, preparing asset management profiles, researching and analyzing revenue and operating expenses, and preparing ad hoc reports as requested by asset teams.
• Prepare cost and production reports for field personnel and provide additional analysis and information for special projects as needed.
• Prepare analysis for the monthly employee open book management meetings and executive reports. This includes preparing schedules, presentations, and meeting support materials.
• Comply with various financial reporting obligations associated with the company’s capital structure and evaluate various capital alternatives.
• Distribute monthly internal financial reports in a timely manner, review reports for accuracy, and prepare and book operating expense and AFE accruals required for monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Analyze monthly results for the asset team, perform variance analysis, identify anomalies and trends, make recommendations for improvements, and provide value-added services.
• Prepare special reports and complete special projects by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information for various groups throughout the Company, including executives, technical employees, and accountants.
• Play an active role in preparing the Company’s Annual Plan process, including preparing a plan for the asset team, running scenario analysis, and reviewing the Plan with management.
• Maintain employee confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential.

All other duties and tasks assigned by the direct supervisor or manager.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in business, finance, accounting, or equivalent preferred. A minimum of six (6) years of oil and gas accounting or financial analysis experience is required.
• Other Skills: Strong audit, reporting, and reconciling skills. The ability to meet deadlines includes working off hours as required to achieve goals. Ability to work independently, completing multiple, diverse tasks of differing priorities without close supervision.
• Computer Skills: Full knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook. Preferred experience with Power BI and knowledge of BOLO and Spotfire.