Analyst II, Financial Planning & Analysis

Buckeye is the premier infrastructure and logistics provider for the world’s energy needs, both today and tomorrow. Since 1886, we have successfully navigated transitions in the way energy has been distributed to continually meet the needs of an evolving market and industry environment. Our people are a critical element to the success and longevity of our operational history and our future as we seek to thrive through the energy transition.

We own and operate a diversified global network of integrated assets providing midstream logistic solutions, primarily consisting of the transportation, storage, processing, and marketing of liquid petroleum products. We are committed to safely and responsibly providing world-class service to meet the continually evolving energy needs of our customers and the communities we serve. As part of this commitment to our customers, we are continually diversifying our platform and service offerings to enable less carbon intensive energy solutions and undertaking decarbonization efforts on our operations.

Role Summary

The Financial Analyst II role is responsible for supporting Senior Management by providing analytical and research support for the budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning and management reporting functions of the Company.

Responsibilities & Essential Functions Include

- Budgeting, Forecasting and Long-Range Planning Support. Plan and execute the annual budget and forecast process by participating in strategic planning sessions with senior management, projecting operational and financial performance, analyzing key strategic initiatives, quantifying the economic impact and capital requirements to fund organic growth and strategic initiatives, and preparing presentations to Senior Management.

- Business Performance Support. Maintain business performance forecast and related inputs (e.g. updated contracting schedules, changes in expected expenditures) and perform ad-hoc analysis as requested to provide support to business segment leadership in execution of financial plan.

- Variance Analysis. Prepare detailed variance analysis that benchmarks performance against budgets and forecasts and identifies potential areas for improvement.

- Presentation Preparation. Creating presentations as required in support of Senior Management, related to reviews of financial and operational performance, Board Meetings, employee meetings, etc.

- Metrics. Review metrics to measure operational and financial performance and identify key drivers for the business segment.

- Internal Interactions. Work and communicate with various internal groups, including commercial, operations, corporate development, information technology, accounting, financial reporting and corporate financial planning & analysis.

- Process Improvements. Assist with identifying process improvements, implementing changes and ensuring best practices.

- And other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

- Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance or related discipline required.

- Master’s Degree preferred.

- 3+ years related experience.

- High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint) is preferred.

- Proficiency in variance analysis, financial budgeting/forecasting and presentations is preferred.

- Minimal travel, not to exceed 10%.

Certificates & Licenses

- None required

Other Skills, Attributes And Abilities

- The successful incumbent must be a team player that is capable of thriving in a fast-paced transactional environment. He/she must be an inquisitive, business-oriented self-starter who enjoys project work, can multi-task and meet strict deadlines.

- High-level analytical and quantitative skills are necessary.

- Strong interpersonal skills with high level of maturity combined with excellent verbal and written communication skills are also required. The incumbent must also be organized, focused and articulate, with the ability to confidently interact with senior management.

Essential Functions

- This position requires the ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and or/quantitative productivity standards.

- This role requires the ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

- This position requires compliance with all personnel policies.

Physical & Safety Requirements

- This person must perform duties that require considerable use of arms and extended hours of sitting.

- Required use of all ergonomically safe equipment in performance of job.

- Normal office environment

About You

To be successful in the Buckeye culture, our employees must possess a demonstrated commitment to environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance. Excellent communication, both written and verbal, as well as strong organizational skills are paramount. You must work independently and be able to exercise tact, discretion, and professionalism when dealing with internal and external customers, and when handling sensitive and confidential information.

Buckeye wants to create and reward an organizational focus that stimulates the creative and entrepreneurial actions of its employees that result in innovative ways of reducing costs, generating revenues, improving productivity, or improving processes.

People First Culture

From managing over 5,000 miles of pipeline to commercializing clean energy projects, our people collaborate to provide world-class service and meet the changing energy needs of our customers. Our employee-first culture means that we invest in our employees and equip them to be fully contributing members of high performing teams. We are focused on collaboration, inclusion, empowerment, accountability, and professional development. We want the best in you to bring out the best in us.

Join us as we work together to build a business that is responsive to the needs of the future while continuing to serve the energy needs of communities today.