Finance Manager, Strategic Planning

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.

Finance Manager, Strategic Planning is a leadership role in CenterPoint's Strategic Planning group, that will work closely with the Director and other Managers of the Strategic Planning group to support enterprise-wide corporate development and financial analysis of initiatives impacting CenterPoint's business operations. The Strategic Planning group sits at the intersection of finance, operations, engineering, legal, and several other support functions. The group drives the execution of acquisition and divesture activities, supports organic growth across CenterPoint's service territories and is a critical support function to CenterPoint's executive leadership team. A successful candidate will be responsible for understanding the energy and utility landscape, identifying and analyzing opportunities for CenterPoint Energy, driving decision analyses, and supporting the execution of strategic initiatives. Prior financial analysis, corporate development, investment banking or consulting experience in the utility / energy sector is preferred.

• Serveas a critical financial partner to business units and functional support areas providing strategic analysis, developing business cases and investigating business opportunities
• Lead cross-functional teams and develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders driving execution of acquisitions, divestitures and other strategic initiatives
• Lead and support end-to-end M&A process including target identification, preparation of marketing materials, management of due diligence, valuation analysis, negotiation support and integration planning
• Support development of Board of Directors materials and other strategy documents: presentations, summaries, and deliverables for the Company's executive leadership
• Develop recommendations and provide supporting analysis and business cases (business analytics, financial analysis, regulatory and rate impacts, etc.) to support management decision making
• Develop and review financial models for accuracy and integrity (appropriate inputs, necessary assumptions, inclusion of alternatives/options, and achievability of savings)
• Work directly with SVPs / VPs / Directors / Managers to provide financial support, including but not limited to activities such as ad hoc financial analysis, financial modeling and business case scenario analysis
• Attend industry meetings and conferences as applicable to remain current with industry fundamentals, practices and trends
• Participate in recruiting activities to maintain a high-quality utility strategy organization
  

• Requiresa Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• MBA or Master's degree in a business-related field is a plus
  

• Requiresa minimum of five (5) years of experience in a related field
• Candidates should have strong finance and analytical backgrounds with robust communication skills
• Prior financial analysis, corporate development, investment banking or consulting experience in the utility / energy sector is preferred
  

• Ableto hear oral communication either in person or on equipment such as telephone or mobile phone.
• Ableto operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop, for extended periods.
• Ableto reach, grasp and move items.
• Ableto sit, stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Ableto exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Able to communicate orally in a clear manner.
• Able to operate office equipment, including telephone, photocopier, fax machine, calculator, laptop, mobile phone, etc.
• Able to sit and to view a personal computer monitor or laptop screen for extended periods of time.
• Able to travel long distances domestically in a motor vehicle or airplane.
• Able to operate a motor vehicle, including ability to enter and exit the vehicle unassisted.
  

• Ableto support the Emergency Operating Plan.
• Ableto work indoors, in an office environment, regardless of whether open office, cubicle or private office.
• Ableto travel occasionally, possibly overnight.
• Able to travel to attend or conduct training and/or attend professional association conferences and/or other meetings (with customers, vendors, contractors) and stay overnight as required.
• Able to work overtime (scheduled and/or unscheduled, nights and/or weekends) occasionally, as needed or required to meet established deadlines.
  

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: 09/24/2024

Posting End Date: 10/08/2024

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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