Business Analyst

About the Role

The Business Analyst will provide critical business support and be a key business partner to the commercial organization, playing a vital role in developing the company’s annual plan and quarterly guidance. This position reports to the Director of Financial Planning and has visibility to senior management.

Responsibilities

• Work with various stakeholders to develop detailed forecasts incorporating commercial agreements, macro-outlook, and key business assumptions.
• Proactively reconcile monthly variances and present findings, analysis, and market views to commercial leaders and senior management.
• Generate reports summarizing key financial and operational metrics by asset and business unit, including pipeline, terminal, and marketing businesses.
• Gather input and draft PowerPoint presentations to support strategic decision-making.
• Develop financial analysis to communicate drivers of business performance, supporting Corporate Planning & Reporting and Investor Relations functions.
• Work with Scheduling and Accounting groups to ensure accurate billing and forecasting of commercial agreements, including minimum volume commitments, acreage dedications, lease gathering, and long-haul contracts.
• Assist the commercial organization with ad hoc analysis, investment analysis, acquisition support, and other strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field.
• 1-3 years of work experience, preferably in the oil and gas industry.
• Experience in business analysis and/or crude oil accounting preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with adherence to strict deadlines.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, multi-task, and adapt to changing workplace situations.

Qualifications

• Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks.
• Compliance with the Company’s drug and alcohol policy, including pre-employment testing.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without employment-based visa sponsorship.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Free Parking.

At Plains, our employees are our most valuable asset. Hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep our employees safe, healthy, and happy. We respect our employees' need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our benefits program.