An Operations Analyst analyzes systems and processes in an organization or business and uses findings to help solve problems and improve management. Uses advanced statistical and mathematical models and computer software to analyze a wide variety of data; collaborates with other analysts and with the management of an organization.
$31.50 - $35.50/hr Position Summary Our client, a leading midstream energy company operating in Mont Belvieu, TX, is seeking an Operations Analyst with strong financial analysis skills to gather, track, and analyze financial and operational/maintenance data, converting that data into useful management information for corporate and field leadership. Midstream energy industry experience is a plus. Essential Functions and Responsibilities O&M budget performance (actual vs. plan) with variance explanations Annual budget preparation (Hyperion) System availability (downtime) tracking Employee performance tracking (overtime, days off, etc.) Incident tracking (safety, environmental, regulatory, compliance) Identifying ways to spend more efficiently Assisting in reviewing rate sheets against invoices Coordinating the integration of redlines into design services and tracking progress Ensuring MOCs (Management of Change) are moving forward for maintenance activities Equipment performance (failures) tracking Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual management information reports for corporate and field management Supporting special projects and reports Education/Experience Associate's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or commensurate work experience preferred Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance preferred 1-3 years of financial analysis experience required Knowledge/Skills Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Visio, Outlook, and Project required Midstream energy experience (gathering and processing, pipeline, fractionation, or storage) or related field preferred Ability to quickly learn new applications such as Power BI, Oracle, PI, and others Ability to interpret, organize, chart, graph, and present large amounts of data into useful management information Self-driven, proactive, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision ...