Business Consulting_Finance_Oil and Gas Sector_Senior

Location : Houston, Dallas, Oklahoma City, Denver

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​Our objective is to provide clients with a unique business perspective on how to transform the finance function - reducing cost base, increasing efficiency and quality of information, and improving decision-making through the following core areas : finance operating model design; business performance management and reporting, shared services design, and implementation; finance process improvement, finance system implementation and outsourcing consulting. We have shaped a global ecosystem of CFOs, controllers and other accounting and finance executives to help our clients enhance the value they are adding to their enterprise.

The opportunity

As part of our Finance Transformation team, you will gain Oil and Gas experience working with senior leadership teams in domestic and large multinational companies. You will combine your finance consulting capability with program and change management expertise to implement and embed improvements and deliver sustainable value.

Your key responsibilities

Your role as a Senior will focus on supporting the strategy and delivery of client engagements, interacting at an executive level. In this role, you will work with high-performing people and teams, supporting them to make an impact that matters, and supporting the direction to deliver exceptional client service.

You will work to deliver and manage finance transformation projects in one or more of the following areas :

Finance strategy development

Finance operating model design

Finance processes improvement

Shared services and global business services design and implementation

Outsourcing consulting (including managed services)

Financial planning and analysis (FP&A (Financial planning and analysis))

Finance systems and applications (e.g., SAP, Blackline), process mining, robotics, and intelligent automation

Financial close, consolidation and reporting

Cost management and profitability analysis

Hydrocarbon accounting, Order-to-cash, procure-to-pay and record-to-report processes

Core responsibilities will also include coaching and mentoring, and performance appraisal.

Skills and attributes for success

Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially around breaking down complex structures into digestible and relevant points for a diverse set of clients and colleagues, at all levels.

By drawing on your knowledge and experience, you will lead consulting engagements that solve complex issues, provide innovative commercial insights for clients in the energy sector, adapt methods and practices to fit operational team and cultural needs and contribute to thought leadership. You will actively contribute to improving operational efficiency on projects and internal initiatives.

Successfully manage engagement time and budgets.

In line with our commitment to quality, you will consistently drive projects to completion, manage risk and ensure that work is of high quality.

As an influential member of the team, you will help to create a positive learning culture

Build relationships with client teams

Be able to collaborate within a virtual workforce across multiple time-zones as well as offshore teammates

Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills

Adept at storytelling and presenting using data (Excel and PowerPoint)

To qualify for the role you must have

A bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of related work experience; or a master's degree and approximately 2 years of related work experience in the energy sector

Approximately 2 years of experience in providing consulting services in the finance function focused in at least one of the following areas : finance operating model design, performance management, shared services design and implementations, outsourcing consulting, hydrocarbon accounting

Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems commonly used in the oil and gas industry (e.g., SAP, Oracle).

Knowledge of revenue recognition principles and practices specific to oil and gas operations, including production sharing agreements and joint ventures.

Experience working with SAP FICO modules, particularly in the oil and gas sector.

SAP Certification : Relevant SAP certification in FICO or related modules is often preferred.

Knowledge of Industry Practices : Familiarity with oil and gas industry-specific financial processes, including revenue accounting, cost allocation, and joint venture accounting.

Technical Skills : Proficiency in SAP FICO configuration, reporting, and integration with other SAP modules (e.g., MM, SD).

Understanding of Financial Regulations : Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements relevant to the oil and gas industry (e.g., GAAP, IFRS).

Experience within large-scale Finance Transformation and / or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) implementations preferred

Willingness to travel to meet client obligations – up to 80% of the time, generally within the region.

Ideally, you will also have

An advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Operations, or superior academic achievement in a related field

CPA

Industry Knowledge in Hydrocarbon Accounting

Planning / budgeting / forecasting and reporting / analytics experience

What we look for

We are interested in passionate leaders with strong vision and a desire to stay on top of trends for their area of expertise and specific skills and knowledge to contribute to our clients and teams. If you have a genuine passion for helping businesses achieve the full potential of their data, this role is for you.

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more .

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $97,300 to $178,300. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $116,700 to $202,600. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.

Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.

Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter / Summer breaks, Personal / Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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