[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Cheniere Energy jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cheniere-energy/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Cheniere Energy · Houston, TX # Lead Analyst / Advisor, Financial Planning and Analysis Houston, TX, United States Manager or lead Finance & Accounting Listed on Cheniere Energy’s official careers site. Posted September 24, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Cheniere Energy’s careers site →](https://hcgi.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2/job/25000521) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Cheniere Energy](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cheniere-energy/) / Lead Analyst / Advisor, Financial Planning and Analysis ## Job description ### POSITION OVERVIEW The Lead Analyst / Advisor, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) reports to the Director, FP&A and will support the team in developing, implementing and tracking various financial analysis initiatives. This includes leading the analysis and building of reports, presentations and other materials for review by the Director, Financial Planning & Analysis, with the final product ultimately being distributed to the VP, Financial Planning, SVP, Finance & Treasury, Chief Financial Officer, Senior Management and Board of Directors. KNOWLEDGE AND ### SKILLS Demonstrated subject matter expertise in conducting financial analysis and preparing managerial reports. Substantial knowledge of financial analysis techniques and modeling is required for this role. Working knowledge of Hyperion, project management practices, and the energy industry. Hyperion and project management will be beneficial. - Must have excellent analytical and communication skills Advanced computer skills in Excel and PowerPoint, along with the ability to learn new applications - Proven ability to execute multiple assignments on a timely basis with a high degree of accuracy and high attention to detail - Must be able to work under deadline pressure, and must be willing to work outside of normal office hours as required RESPONSIBILITIES AND ### ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Produce and enhance quality of monthly and quarterly Management Reporting Packages (MRP), Board of Director, and Compensation Committee materials - Build and maintain robust corporate financial models utilizing data queries and key spreadsheets using advanced excel skills - Perform analysis between actuals, budget and forecast from GAAP and non-GAAP perspective on a regular basis (i.e. monthly and quarterly) - Coordinate with various departments across the company to effectively capture forecast and budget information in Hyperion Planning and ensure consistency of information amongst ### Finance & Treasury - Create ad hoc and sensitivity analysis for Adjusted EBITDA, Distributable Cash Flow, Free Cash Flow, Net Income, and Balance Sheet - Assist with development of annual budget and monthly forecast processes from both GAAP and non-GAAP perspective - Identify opportunities and execute improvements to processes to drive alignment with various business development and growth initiatives, applying financial analysis advanced knowledge - Support the company-wide effort of developing and implementing various financial software initiatives The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list, and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS) Education and Certifications: Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Accounting or Finance. Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or in active pursuit of certification, is required. Masters of Accounting and/or MBA is preferred. ### Experience Lead Analyst: Minimum seven (7) years of experience in progressive finance and accounting positions. Public accounting experience is highly preferred, in addition to Oracle and Hyperion systems experience. ### Advisor Minimum ten (10) years of experience in progressive finance and accounting positions. DIRECT REPORTS None FREEDOM TO ACT Lead Analyst / Advisor is a subject matter expert in their field and requires minimal supervision. Ability to multi-task and function in a highly-dynamic atmosphere; must exercise discretion independently. WORK CONDITIONS Job is performed in a typical office environment, but is subject to time pressures and constraints, and is often dependent on input from others. Occasionally, work may be performed from home, after normal work hours or on weekends. Periodically travel as business requires. Subject to drug and alcohol testing, per applicable federal regulations or as required by Cheniere. ADA ### JOB REQUIREMENTS Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential functions of the job can be performed and not hinder the employee's performance due to physical or mental disability. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Cheniere Energy is an equal opportunity workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation if requested for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 24, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 10, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 17, 2026 - Listed for: 23 days - Location: Houston, TX, United States[Apply on Cheniere Energy’s careers site →](https://hcgi.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_2/job/25000521) ## More jobs at Cheniere Energy ### [Associate Analyst / Analyst, Business Planning (Finance)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cheniere-energy/jobs/e72a082e608eca9315f6/) Houston, TX, United States ### [Senior Analyst, Tax](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cheniere-energy/jobs/ea489c332d134badcde2/) Houston, TX, United States ### [Analyst / Senior Analyst, Corporate Development and Strategy](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cheniere-energy/jobs/b4b032d3c08c52818edf/) Houston, TX, United States ### [Analyst, Land Services](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cheniere-energy/jobs/00a5ce42f154eb74f3ac/) Houston, TX, United States ### [Associate Analyst / Analyst, Middle Office (Contract Management)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cheniere-energy/jobs/3b2b9f173a6016719022/) Houston, TX, United States ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Advisor, Financial Planning and Analysis](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cardinal-health/jobs/7690b9bb5874071ea177/) Cardinal Health · International ### [Financial Planning & Analysis Senior Analyst (FP&A Senior Analyst)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aramark/jobs/4833380ecc7af241c1ac/) Aramark · Philadelphia, PA, US ### [Regional Financial Planning & Analyst-Pearland TX-Hybrid](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/unitedhealth-group/jobs/0afc971d5f506add0c00/) UnitedHealth Group · Pearland, Texas ### [Sr. Analyst, Financial Planning and Analysis](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/royal-caribbean-group/jobs/c24a075fb1a892fa645c/) Royal Caribbean Group · Miami, FL, US ### [2027 Financial Advisor Development Program - Full-Time Analyst (AZ)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jpmorganchase/jobs/f5a718e77572aba1c0c7/) JPMorganChase · Tempe, AZ, United States OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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