Financial Planning Analyst / Sr. (Houston, TX) - Kinder Morgan

Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America.  For more than 25 years, we have continued to grow and now operate coast-to-coast with more than 11,000 employees with experience that spans more than 60 years.  That knowledge gives us an edge, making us a leader in the midstream space.  Over the years, we have understood that not only do our people contribute to our success, but that they should share in that success. Kinder Morgan provides all employees with a safe, honest, trustworthy, ethical, respectful, and professional work environment.  We believe in supporting our employees with ongoing training, continued growth, and internal advancement.  We offer a comprehensive benefit program that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life, 401(k), a retirement contribution (pension plan) and more.

As a member of the Natural Gas Financial Planning organization, the successful candidate will be responsible for coordination, consolidation, and analysis of financial forecasts, budgets, and long-range outlooks for various assets in Kinder Morgan’s Natural Gas business unit. 

Essential duties and responsibilities:
*Work closely with Commercial Vice Presidents and other members of Senior Management to provide timely and meaningful analysis for use in strategic and tactical decision making

*Forecasting model development and streamlining of data and processes
*Monthly analysis of actual results versus forecast and budget
*Preparation of management performance reporting packages
*Preparation of financial analysis for quarterly business reviews
*Prepare special projects and perform research as requested by management

Education:
*Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Competencies, Skills and Abilities:
*Proven track record coordinating/consolidating financial data
*Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and work with all levels of management
*Self-starter, with a high degree of initiative, attention to detail and strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
*Ability to manage multiple tasks and respond to deadlines
*Moderate overtime required throughout the year, particularly during budget and long range outlook process
*Adaptive to accounting/budgeting/forecasting systems and tools
*Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, in addition to proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
*Experience with Lawson and/or Essbase considered a plus

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.