FINANCE ANALYST, INFORMATION SECURITY

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. 

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people. 

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Financial Analyst in Security Strategy & Governance

You will be responsible for the financial management of the funding in the physical security and enterprise cybersecurity in support of services and programs operated within the Security Strategy & Governance organization. These activities include budgeting and forecasting, as well as the review, maintenance and improvement of budgetary practices and financial analysis to mature and control of the financial data. This role will require financial project management skills with broad responsibilities for a variety of financial support components including business and cost modeling using MS Excel, budget formulation and maintenance and execution as well as forecasting and planning.

1. Work in close coordination with teams to assist with all activities related to creating, managing, and communicating the budget
2. Streamline initiative budgets into a consolidated organizational budget for the review of all funding requests
3. Develop plans and strategies for the communication of spending plans, operating plans, budget execution, and all other budget-related reports, plans, and topics
4. Organize data to be able to provide types of analysis and key metrics
5. Monitor and adjust, as necessary, organizational spending to ensure it complies with the budget
6. Inform necessary personnel of the status and availability of funds
7. Utilize spreadsheets along with budgeting, statistical analysis, and SAP software to understand options and provide accurate and up-to-date information
8. Aiding in the development of spending plans, operating plans, and budget execution to include strategic planning, budget formulation, budget presentation, budget execution, performance, and evaluation of project results
9. Centralize all budgets, forecasts and invoice alignment

Required Skills

1. Demonstrable experience in financial analysis, financial planning and budgeting 
2. Great communication skills with stakeholders
3. Must be proficient in Microsoft applications, expert Excel user preferred
4. Experience with SAP is preferred

We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together. 

What we bring to you

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type: Full Time 
Posting Start Date: 05/06/2025​
Posting End Date: 05/20/2025

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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