Senior analytik FP&A

The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for delivering comprehensive financial, operational, and business analysis to support company-wide cash flow management. This role leads the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual cash flow reports and performance metrics, while providing research and insights to support strategic decision-making.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

The Senior Financial Analyst supports consolidated cash flow reporting and planning across the organization. This includes monthly and quarterly analysis, annual budgeting, long-term planning, and forecasting activities. The role supports the Cash Flow leadership team to provide strategic and financial analysis to executive leadership, including the CFO, SVP of FP&A, and senior management.

• Support the preparation and review of Business Unit monthly reporting by collecting financial and operational data and performing high-level performance analysis against budget, forecast, and prior periods
• Extract and analyze data from financial planning and reporting systems (FPR) and other management reporting tools
• Perform variance and trend analysis, including year-over-year comparisons
• Maintain, update, and enhance monthly financial models to improve accuracy and efficiency
• Assist in the preparation and review of key cash flow components, including AR/AP capital expenditures (CapEx), interest, and working capital
• Analyze cash flow results relative to budget, forecast, and historical performance
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports and analyses for executive leadership
• Support quarterly earnings processes, including preparation of earnings call data, presentation materials, and supporting documentation
• Assist in the development of Board-level presentations, including quarterly Board Overview packages and Capital Allocation materials
• Contribute to preparation of materials for Ratings Agency meetings and other external stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in financial analysis or related field
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with a high level of accuracy
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate and resolve complex financial and accounting issues
• Highly motivated self-starter with strong problem-solving capabilities and exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with senior leadership and external stakeholders
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and tight deadlines
• Experience with Hyperion or comparable financial planning and reporting systems
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including XLOOKUP, and SUMIFS functions

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5)+ years of experience within the energy industry
• Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) and/or CPA designation preferred
• Experience working with SAP
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Word
• Experience with Power Query or other automation/macro tools strongly preferred

Working Conditions

• Hybrid work schedule consisting of remote work and four (4) days per week in the office
• Open office environment
• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods as needed
• Occasional overtime may be required to support special projects and business needs

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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