Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

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.

Job Summary

As the Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis, you will lead and manage a group responsible for the development of support function financial plans and forecasts and deliver regular performance reporting and variance analysis to key stakeholders and management. 

Essential Functions

• Manage the development of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting for support functions.  Includes all forecasting and variance analysis of actual to plan and forecast to plan.

• Lead the preparation of the five-year financial plans for support functions.
• Drive continuous improvement mindset and develop innovative processes, procedures and/or tools to support analysis of business performance.
• Develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders under areas supported, Finance/Accounting, and organizational leadership. 
• Work directly with VP/ Directors/ Managers to provide general financial support, including but not limited to activities such as ad hoc financial analysis, financial modeling, strategic plans and business case scenario analysis.
• Lead and participate on cross functional project teams as needed.
• Coach and develop the staff to improve performance and support reaching personal development goals.  Provide on-going feedback to ensure employee development. 

   

Education Description

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a focus in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration 

Experience

• Minimum eight (8) years of relevant work experience required

• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Experience using SAP and BW

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. 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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.
 

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: 01/23/2025​
Posting End Date: 01/30/2025

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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