Financial Planning Analyst

Company Description:

Hunt Energy Company (HEC) serves as a holding entity for a diverse portfolio of businesses in the Power and Utilities industry, including Hunt Energy Network, a competitive provider of energy storage and dispatch services, and Sharyland Utilities, a fully regulated Texas-based electric transmission utility overseen by the Public Utility Commission of Texas. The mission of Hunt is to be a growth-oriented industry leader respected throughout the world for the quality and competency of its people, the efficiency and scope of its operations, and its rich heritage of honesty and integrity.

Position Summary:

The Financial Planning Analyst position is based in our Dallas, TX office and will report to HEC's corporate finance team. This role will primarily focus on supporting Sharyland Utilities and offers the opportunity to contribute to other affiliated companies as responsibilities expand. The selected candidate will play a key role in developing the annual budget and mid-year forecasts, supporting the preparation of financial reports, and performing ad hoc analyses as required. This position will collaborate closely with Sharyland Operations and Business Development teams, as well as HEC's broader Finance and Accounting organization, to ensure accurate financial planning and reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis, trend analysis, and scenario modeling, to identify key drivers of financial performance
• Assist with preparation of annual and mid-year budgeting and forecasting processes
• Maintain and update Excel-based financial planning model
• Prepare monthly financial statements and assist with the preparation of the monthly management reporting package
• Play a key role in the development of departmental budgets for operating and capital expenditures
• Prepare cash flow forecasts on an as-needed basis
• Provide supporting analysis for presentations to owners, rating agencies, and other capital raise initiatives
• Perform ongoing financial analysis, including variances to the annual budget and prior year's results
• Develop relevant financial models to support future decision-making
• Collaborate with team members to gather, analyze, summarize, and prepare recommendations regarding financial plans, business analysis, and capital expenditure forecasts
• Develop monthly reports, which include key metrics, financial results, and variance reporting
• Establish tools for use in analyzing, future planning, and forecasting
• Perform cross-functional ad hoc duties and projects as requested

Required Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial statement modeling
• Effective oral and written communication skills required
• High level of discretion and strong analytical skills required
• Attention to detail and strong organization skills required
• Working knowledge of SAP and reporting software is a plus

Required Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
• Financial analysis experience in the Rate-regulated utility industry preferred
• Minimum 2+ years of relevant experience in corporate finance, FP&A, accounting, or other related fields

Company Highlights:

• For 90 years, we have nurtured creative ideas and turned them into successful realities using three core strategic pillars – creativity, excellence, and people.
• 401K – 12% employer contribution with no vesting period (6% Match and 6% non-matching contribution)
• Highly competitive compensation
• Hybrid work options available for most roles
• Five to eight weeks of PTO annually, based on years of experience; eleven additional holidays per calendar year
• All Medical/Dental/Vision benefits start day one with the company; low employee premiums
• Education Assistance Program
• Free covered employee parking for Dallas HQ based employees
• Free specialty coffee bar in the Dallas HQ
• Onsite breakfast and lunch area in the Dallas HQ
• Commitment to the following ideals:
• Work/Life Balance
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
  An exceptional employee experience

Hunt is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Hunt is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.