Financial Analyst

Position Description

Primary Purpose:

Partner with teammates in the COO Financial Planning Operational Support Group "OSG" to prepare, consolidate and analyze monthly close, and monthly forecast updates and facilitate the annual budgeting process. This includes monthly variance analysis for G & A (99 RCs) and O & M (18 RCs) using multifaceted financial and automated systems. Facilitate the monthly accrual process, the white paper submittal process and other special projects as required by the COO, Corporate and/or business segments. Provide financial support for all OSG functions such as Integrity, EHS, Engineering and Project Management & ROW and interface with all levels of management within KMI Corporate, OSG, and business segments. Assist in providing meaningful analysis and variance explanations to Senior Management for use in the strategic and tactical decision-making process. Actively stay abreast of and support KMI’s financial planning activities and monthly accounting processes as needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Consolidate, report, and analyze monthly close and monthly forecast variance information for G & A, and O & M.
• Facilitate the consolidation and analysis of the annual budgeting process.
• Monitor monthly accounting processes in order to accurately report actuals on all financial data forecasted.
• Facilitate the monthly accrual process, white paper process and all special projects required by the COO.
• Provide meaningful analysis and explanations on variances to prior forecast and budget.
• Prepare reconciliations and reports for internal and external use in support of KMI’s quarterly earnings reporting.
• Understand financial forecasts, actuals, budgets, and scenarios into key metrics to be used by Senior Management.
• Articulate and present business outcomes derived from analyses to various levels of colleagues and management.
• Interface with all levels of finance colleagues and management in the business segments and corporate KMI to stay abreast of business operations potentially impacting financial results.
• Along with other teammates, maintain and administer all facets of KMBS forecasting system, including maintaining Planning hierarchies, templates, and reports.
• Assist with the corporate shared service allocations model as needed.
• Support and strengthen our fast-paced corporate finance team in all functional areas and special requests as needed.  
  
  

**Position may be filled at various levels depending on experience and job skills of the successful candidate**

Position Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Accounting or Finance
• MBA/CPA preferred
  
  

Experience/ Specific Knowledge

• 0 – 3 years of experience in corporate accounting/financial planning and analysis. The level of the position will be based on education and experience.
• Understanding of detailed financial variance analysis.
• Understanding of computerized accounting systems, financial modeling, budgets, financial analysis, and management reporting.
• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial statements, and the accounting process.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Must possess strong organizational skills.
• Must have the skills to communicate effectively in a clear and concise manner in both oral and written form.
• Must possess outstanding problem analysis and resolution skills at both a strategic and functional level.
• Ability to work independently to understand, design, and create complex models and reports is essential.
• Ability to manage and execute multiple tasks simultaneously and under pressure.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
• Must exhibit professionalism and commitment to company values.
  
  

Preferred Education, Experience, Certifications, Competencies, Skills, And Abilities

Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:

• MBA/CPA preferred
• Experience in energy industry preferred but not necessary
• Experience with Power BI, Hyperion Essbase, and Lawson financial systems
  
  

Working Conditions

Must be able to work under intense time pressure on multiple projects with concurrent deadlines; able to easily and effectively interface with all levels of management; precise and accurate in attention to detail; quick to assume responsibilities and take total responsibility for the integrity and accuracy of all information presented; efficient use of time; highly developed organizational skills. Must be able to adhere to changing deadlines and be flexible with schedule.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned. The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

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.