The Role
EnergyX is looking for a motivated Financial Analyst to support financial reporting and data analytics for the company's management team. You'll translate complex analyses into clear, actionable insights that help drive executive decision-making. This is a fast-paced, high-impact role at a company building something genuinely new: ideal for someone who thrives with autonomy, has experience engaging with investors, and is eager to grow alongside a scaling business. Note this is an onsite role (Austin, TX).
Responsibilities
- Financial Planning & Analysis
- Assist in developing annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans
- Support monthly tracking, including variance analysis of actuals against targets
- Produce insights and recommendations to optimize financial outcomes
- Reporting & Metrics
- Prepare analyses, KPIs, and dashboards for management and stakeholders
- Run month-end variance analysis (Actuals vs. Budget/Forecast) and analyze root cause
- Evaluate trends, patterns, and areas of concern and present findings clearly
- Identify areas for cost optimization
- Collaborate with business unit leaders to provide financial insights and recommendations
- Develop reporting packages as required by external stakeholders, including government agencies
- Fundraising Support
- Support fundraising activity for the company
- Assist in preparing investor communications and updates throughout fundraising processes
- Internal Collaboration
- Work closely with Finance, Accounting, Legal, Engineering, and Technology teams to ensure alignment and accuracy of financial data
- Provide support during monthly/quarterly close processes, audits, and other financial activities
- Accounting & Compliance
- Demonstrated track record of leading and developing accountants, with experience managing day-to-day accounting operations in a fast-paced environment
- Drive continuous improvement in accounting systems, processes, and internal controls, including oversight of financial system administration
- Provide support during monthly/quarterly close processes, audits, and other financial activities
Requirements
- 1-3 years of experience in financial planning & analysis (FP&A) or a related field
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
- Masters or MBA optional
- Good GAAP/IFRS literacy
- Good Excel skills, proficiency in Power BI and/or Tableau preferred
- Familiarity with Quickbooks or equivalent accounting software
- Familiarity with Datarails
- Preferred experience in extractive industries or oil & gas accounting (ASC 932), including successful efforts vs. full cost method, well cost capitalization, depletion, and asset retirement obligations (ASC 410)
- Demonstrated track record of leading and developing accountants and finance professionals, with experience managing day-to-day operations in a fast-paced environment
- CPA or CFA designation is a plus
- Background in a start-up, investment bank, Big-4 transaction services, private equity preferred or other corporate finance role
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive healthcare package (Health, Dental, Vision)
- Paid time off and sick leave
- 401(k) with employer match
- Equity compensation
