Oil & Gas Finance Analyst

Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Provide financial analysis, reporting, and insights to drive decision-making within oil and gas operations
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and operational objectives
• Monitor and track operational expenses, including exploration, production, and maintenance costs, identifying cost drivers and areas for optimization
• Prepare and analyze financial models to assess the profitability of projects, capital expenditures (CAPEX), and operating expenses (OPEX)
• Perform variance analysis and offer recommendations to improve cost efficiency and maximize profitability
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, industry-specific financial regulations, and corporate financial policies
• Work closely with cross-functional teams (operations, procurement, project management) to ensure alignment of financial performance with operational outcomes
• Prepare regular financial reports and presentations for senior management, offering actionable insights on key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and support audit processes
• Provide financial forecasting and scenario analysis for long-term planning and project assessments

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• Proven experience as a finance analyst within the oil and gas industry or a related energy sector role
• In-depth knowledge of financial reporting, cost accounting, and performance analysis in oil and gas operations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software (ERP experience is a plus)
• Familiarity with financial regulations and accounting standards, particularly IFRS
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling skills
• Ability to communicate financial information effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders

Preferred Skills

• Experience with cost control, financial modeling, and capital project analysis in the oil and gas sector
• Professional certifications such as CFA, CMA, or CIMA
• Knowledge of oil and gas operational cycles, including upstream and downstream activities
• Strong understanding of the financial dynamics in the energy sector, particularly in terms of market fluctuations and regulatory changes

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A dynamic and innovative work environment within the energy sector
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• Exposure to diverse and complex financial challenges in a global industry

How to Apply