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Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis
Energy Sector | Full-Time | Finance & Accounting
Position Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis to join our finance leadership team. This individual will serve as a key business partner across the organization, driving financial planning, forecasting, and analytical capabilities that support executive decision-making within a dynamic energy sector environment. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in energy finance, strong analytical acumen, and the ability to communicate complex financial insights to diverse stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Forecasting
- Lead the annual budgeting, long-range planning, and quarterly forecasting processes across business units.
- Develop and maintain robust financial models that reflect commodity price exposure, capital project economics, and operational drivers specific to the energy industry.
- Coordinate with operational leaders to align financial plans with business strategy and capital allocation priorities.
Analysis & Business Partnering
- Deliver insightful variance analysis comparing actual results to budget, forecast, and prior periods; identify trends and recommend corrective actions.
- Partner with commercial, operations, and engineering teams to evaluate investment opportunities, project economics, and return on capital.
- Provide financial support for M&A due diligence, asset valuations, and strategic initiatives as required.
Reporting & Executive Support
- Prepare and present monthly and quarterly financial packages for senior leadership and board-level stakeholders.
- Build executive-ready presentations with clear narratives that translate financial data into actionable business insights.
- Support regulatory and investor reporting requirements as needed.
Process Improvement & Systems
- Drive continuous improvement of FP&A processes, tools, and reporting infrastructure to enhance efficiency and analytical depth.
- Champion the adoption and optimization of financial planning systems (e.g., Adaptive Insights, Anaplan, Hyperion, or similar EPM platforms).
- Establish best practices for data integrity, financial controls, and standardized reporting methodologies.
Team Leadership
- Manage, mentor, and develop a team of FP&A analysts, fostering a culture of performance, learning, and collaboration.
- Set clear priorities, provide timely feedback, and support career development across the FP&A function.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CPA strongly preferred.
- 7+ years of progressive FP&A or finance experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
- Significant experience in the energy sector (oil & gas, utilities, renewables, midstream, or power generation).
- Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, scenario analysis, and valuation techniques.
- Expert-level skills in Microsoft Excel; proficiency in financial planning tools and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
- Strong understanding of energy market dynamics, commodity pricing, and capital project economics.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence without direct authority.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills with experience presenting to senior executives.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting upstream, midstream, or downstream energy operations.
- Familiarity with FERC, GAAP, and/or IFRS reporting standards as applicable to energy companies.
- Prior exposure to energy transition, renewables, or sustainability-linked financial planning.
- Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other data visualization platforms.
- Knowledge of hedging strategies and commodity risk management frameworks.
Competencies
- Strategic thinking and executive presence.
- Strong business acumen with an ability to connect financial performance to operational outcomes.
- High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Intellectual curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset.
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