Midstream Financial Analyst
At a glance
Mid-level FP&A role at Oxy. Houston · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate $89,375–$127,225.
Oxy has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
financeroles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Build financial reports for Midstream & Marketing, analyzing income statements, balance sheets and large market-data sets
- Compare actual results with outlook, budgets and prior periods, then explain key drivers through dashboards and visual summaries
- Support monthly close by preparing accruals, estimates and tie-outs, and resolving balance-sheet reconciliation issues with Accounting
- Improve management reporting through automated reports and analytics, while coordinating financial data work across departments
- Handle audit requests and special projects alongside recurring reporting responsibilities
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree in accounting or a related finance discipline
- Three to five years in corporate accounting, or two to three years in public accounting
- Experience in midstream, marketing, energy or commodity-based businesses
- Exposure to planning processes such as forecasting, budgeting or outlook work, plus inventory valuation or commodity margin analysis
Who this fits
This mid-level analyst role suits someone comfortable interpreting financial and market data, drawing conclusions independently and managing several deadlines. Overtime is required during monthly close activities. The role is based in Houston, Texas.
From the employer
Oxy produces, markets and transports oil and natural gas to maximize value and provide resources fundamental to life. The company leverages its global leadership in carbon management to advance lower-carbon technologies and products. Headquartered in Houston, Oxy primarily operates in the United States, Middle East and North Africa. To learn more, visit Oxy
Oxy strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment and positively impacting our communities where we do business.
We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual to fill the position of Midstream Financial Analyst within our Midstream & Marketing group based in Houston, TX.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including income statement and balance sheet analysis, with an emphasis on Midstream & Marketing activities
- Strong ability to interpret large datasets and identify trends in market data
- Conduct variance analysis compared to outlook, budget, and previous periods, and communicate key drivers to management using dashboards and visual summaries
- Support monthly close activities by handling accruals, estimates, and tie-outs, ensuring results accurately reflect operational activity in accordance with accrual accounting principles
- Maintain and review balance sheet account reconciliations, investigate reconciling items, and work with Accounting to resolve issues promptly
- Develop, maintain, and enhance management reporting tools, including automated reports and analytics, to improve efficiency and provide deeper insights
- Working closely with other departments in recording and analyzing financial data
- Assisting with internal and external audit requests, as well as other special projects
- Other duties as required
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related Finance degree
- 3-5 years Corporate Accounting Experience or 2-3 years of experience in Public Accounting
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks and meet short deadlines
- Prior experience in Midstream, Marketing, Energy, or Commodity-based businesses
- Self-motivated and strong work ethic
- Ability to analyze data and reach own conclusions
- Exposure to forecasting, budget, outlook, or planning processes
- Experience with inventory valuation or commodity margin analysis
- Independent thinker with the ability to problem solve
- Takes accountability and strives to increase results
- Ability to work Overtime required for monthly closing activities
Desired Qualifications:
- Midstream& Marketing Oil and Gas experience/background a plus
- Experience with SQL, Python, or data visualization tools (Tableau/Power BI) a plus
- SAP & Microsoft Excel experience a plus
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