Systems Analyst

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. 

Summary:

Support the development and management of the fiscal year capital plan for Substation (HVO/S).  Includes month to month analysis on expense trends and adjusting reforecast needs as necessary.  In addition, support ad-hoc budget analysis as needed throughout the year.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manage substation capital budget by tracking project costs and updates, reporting results to stakeholders in various monthly meetings, and forecasting based on meeting discussions
• Monitor and report financial performance through various cost analysis exercises and implement strategies to improve performance, mitigate risks, and minimize variances
• Identify and manage substation project risks & and "triggers" and suggest execution plans to ensure the organization stays on target
• Support Substation Engineering Department annual budget needs by updating the project portfolio ranking tool with project/program entries
• Identify year-end carryover costs in order to forecast for the following budget year
• Work with various groups to develop long term plans across substation capital plan
• Work closely with asset management to identify projects and costs to add or defer across various years to meet annual target spends in a five and ten-year plan
• Work closely with Transmission Accounts team to provide detailed estimates by year for wind and solar interconnection projects based on projected energization dates for planning, budgeting, forecasting, and procurement purposes
• Coordinate planning, budgeting, forecasting, and execution efforts for Internal projects with various stakeholders including Asset Management, Planning, Engineering, PMO, Construction, Operations, Civil, LROW, and Procurement teams.
• Provide updates on substation programs and completed assets to senior and executive management

Education:

Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, Economics or Engineering from an accredited college or university. 

Experience:

Budget Analyst  – Requires minimum 4-year degree from college/university in business level degree.  Exposure to accounting, finance and budget administration.  Less than five years of work experience.    

Sr. Budget Analyst - Requires minimum 4-year degree from college/university in Business.  Exposure to accounting, finance and budget administration.  In addition, minimum five years of related experience. 

Lead Budget Analyst - Requires minimum 4-year degree from college/university in Business.  Exposure to accounting, finance and budget administration.  In addition, minimum 7 years of related experience. 

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: 06/23/2025​
Posting End Date: 06/30/2025

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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