Financial Analyst

JOB SUMMARY The Financial Analyst will be responsible for preparing financial and business‑related analyses of the C&I Business Operating Expenses. Will prepare forecasts, analyze business performance, review data and prepare monthly reports and metrics for all the business groups. ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES Prepare, review, and support all aspects of the C&I Business Operating Expense (OPEX) budget, forecast, and monthly results variance analysis; prepare routine and ad‑hoc reports Perform analysis of operating and financial results against budget and forecast targets for inclusion in management reports; provide explanations with an organizational and industry perspective, translate financial results into meaningful and useful feedback to the business teams Support the development, consolidation, and analysis of annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and monthly reporting packages for the C&I business Prepare monthly and annual management presentations, including updating P&L, and supporting schedules for financial and non‑financial data Utilize financial management and reporting systems to upload, retrieve, and validate data Work to continuously improve existing reporting and analysis to drive insight and assist business growth Assist in the effectiveness of business processes, conduct analysis, make recommendations, and coordinate implementation for system and process improvements Build effective working relationships across departments by communicating clearly, meeting deadlines, and responding to requests for information Participate in and complete special projects as assigned by management WORKING CONDITIONS Hybrid work schedule; a combination of working remotely from home and 4 days a week in the office Open office environment Some overtime required as special projects arise MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year college/university with a major in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline Advanced Excel skills (xlookup, power pivot, and sumifs functions) PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 3+ years of experience in financial analysis, preferably with personnel budgeting experience Experience with Hyperion Planning software or comparable products Experience with SAP Proficient with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word Power Query/Other macro tools experience a plus Forward thinker and self‑starter ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Ability to work independently and complete responsibilities with little supervision showing initiative and self‑motivation, yet work well in a team‑oriented culture; adapts effectively to new and changing environments Able to work in a fast‑paced environment with tight deadlines; handles multiple assignments on a timely basis and completes with a high degree of accuracy Capability to resolve complex finance and accounting issues, strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with keen attention to detail Excels in quickly conceptualizing and assimilating data to derive insight and take appropriate action; ability to step away from detail and see the bigger picture Excellent interpersonal skills as this position requires significant interaction with outside stakeholders; proficient in communicating to a wide range of audiences in both written and oral form; able to build positive relationships, influence, and constructive challenge Proficient at thinking with an operational and industry perspective; ability to link performance to external factors 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. EEO is the Law Poster (The poster can be found at #J-18808-Ljbffr