Financial Analyst at Chevron

Job Description Summary

Financial Analyst will be responsible for recording, analyzing and reporting business data to relevant stakeholders for performance management and decision support.

The job requires fundamental knowledge in accounting principles and corporate accounting policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Reconciles assigned G/L Accounts. Responsible for completing tasks and processes supporting internal controls environment (i.e., SOX Controls). 
• Analyses and validates Financial Statements, or aspects of financials, for reasonability and business unit specific reports for accuracy (e.g., fluctuations in revenue, costs, volume) identifying corrective action.
• Understands and interprets business issues. Uses business knowledge, process experience, and accounting expertise to plan and assist in meeting goals established by business partners.
• Prepares performance commentary for consumption by business leaders. Links financial results to detailed business /operational drivers and uses business knowledge to support and/or prepare financial forecast.
• Develops moderate technology proficiency and produces non-routine analysis/reporting in Financial ERP and may link multiple data sources for enhanced reporting or data visualization.

What You Will Bring

Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in general accounting, financial performance reporting and analysis.

Qualification

• Minimum of Second Class Upper or equivalent in Finance, Accounting or other related courses.
• Professional accountancy qualification e.g. ACA/CPA/ACCA or equivalent.

Analytical skills

• Advanced spreadsheet capability and good knowledge of BI.
• Strong analytical and communication skills with proactive relationship management.

Additional Considerations

• Project management experience.
• Demonstrates ability to identify and proactively work to address anomalies. Identifies, analyzes, and recommends process improvement and value creation opportunities.
• Ability to link financial results to detailed business/operational drivers and uses business knowledge to support and/or prepare financial forecast.
• Digital proficiency and passion for innovation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.