Financial Analyst

We are currently hiring a Financial Analyst for our client in the Des Moines, Iowa area. Job duties / recruitments are listed below.

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Analyst to support our midstream energy business. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting—ideally within the energy sector. This role will assist in developing financial budgets tracking capital project performance, and preparing operational reporting for key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Support monthly and quarterly financial reporting, variance analysis, and forecasting for assigned assets and projects

Assist with budgeting processes, including capital and operational expenditures

Analyze transportation contracts, tariffs, and volumetric data to assess commercial performance

Partner with operations, accounting, and commercial teams to ensure financial accuracy and alignment

Prepare ad-hoc financial models to support project investment decisions and scenario analysis

Monitor key KPIs and assist with internal dashboards and reporting tools

Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial policies

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field

3–5 years of financial analysis experience, preferably in energy, utilities, or infrastructure

Strong proficiency in Excel and financial modeling; experience with Power BI or similar tools is a plus

Experience with utility accounting principles, including cost allocation and regulatory reporting requirements

Working knowledge of GAAP; familiarity with FERC accounting or midstream-specific metrics a plus

Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to communicate complex data clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences

Preferred Experience

Exposure to utility and/or IT industries

Experience supporting CapEx-heavy projects or cost recovery mechanisms

Prior use of ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle