Senior Financial Analyst

NRG is seeking an FP&A Senior Financial Analyst to assist in maintaining, consolidating, and analyzing reporting for NRG’s Market Operations Power & Gas Businesses. The candidate will partner with team members and the business to create, consolidate, compile, and analyze monthly financial and reporting packages including annual budgets and monthly forecasts. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Create, consolidate, compile, and analyze annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and monthly reporting packages for market operation power and natural gas within NRG. Assist in preparation of monthly variance analyses of actuals vs. budget and latest forecasts, including investigating anomalies. Utilize financial management reporting systems to upload and retrieve data. Prepare monthly and annual presentations for Management, including creating and/or updating graphs and charts for both financial and non‑financial data. Foster relationships with various departments within NRG while continually seeking opportunities to improve processes. Gather, analyze, prepare, and summarize data for financial plans, future requirements, operating forecasts, etc. Work to continuously improve existing reporting and analysis to drive insight and assist business growth; partner with commercial team to develop reports that provide clarity on financial performance. Monitor effectiveness of business processes, conduct analysis, make recommendations, and coordinate implementation for system and process improvements. Participate in and complete special projects as assigned by management. Working Conditions Hybrid work schedule; a combination of working remotely from home and four days a week in the office. Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline. Minimum of five years of experience in financial analysis or a 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. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including XLOOKUP and SUMIFS functions. Preferred Qualifications Five or more years of experience within the energy industry. Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) and/or CPA designation preferred. Experience working with SAP. Excellent at quickly conceptualizing and assimilating data to assist management in making decisions. Demonstrated commitment to quality and strong attention to detail. Experience working both independently and in a team‑oriented environment. Forward thinker and self‑starter who can follow directions but also go the extra step. Additional Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Proficient in handling multiple concurrent projects in a fast‑paced environment with tight deadlines. Strong interpersonal skills; able to communicate to a wide range of audiences in both written and oral form. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr Direct Energy Business