Analyst-Budgeting, Forecasting and Capital Planning

Position Title: Analyst; Budgeting, Forecasting & Capital Planning 

Reports to: Director, FP&A 

Location: Las Vegas, NV 

Company: LV Petroleum, LLC 

Job Summary 

The Analyst; Budgeting, Forecasting & Capital Planning is an important entry-to-mid-level role within the Finance team at LV Petroleum. This position supports the company’s financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, and performance analysis processes. The Analyst; Budgeting, Forecasting & Capital Planning will work with financial data to help leadership understand business performance, identify trends, and make informed decisions in the dynamic petroleum industry. 

This is a great opportunity for a motivated early-career professional looking to build strong analytical skills and gain exposure to strategic finance in the energy sector. 

Key Responsibilities 

•  Support the development and maintenance of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-range financial plans. 

•  Perform monthly variance analysis comparing actual results to budget and forecast, explaining key drivers and recommending corrective actions. 

•  Assist in the preparation and updating of financial forecasts, incorporating business assumptions, market trends, and operational inputs specific to petroleum operations. 

•  Participate in capital planning activities, including the evaluation of capital projects, preparation of authorization for expenditure (AFE) requests, and tracking of project costs versus budget. 

•  Build and maintain financial models to support forecasting, capital investment decisions, ROI analysis, and scenario modeling. 

•  Prepare clear and accurate financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for management regarding performance, forecasts, and capital allocation. 

•  Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis on topics such as cost optimization, pricing, inventory management, and capital project performance. 

•  Collaborate with Accounting, Operations, Supply Chain, and other departments to gather accurate data for forecasting and capital planning processes. 

•  Help maintain and improve FP&A tools and templates (Excel, Power BI, etc.) used for budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning. 

•  Participate in special projects such as process automation, investment analysis, or long-term strategic planning initiatives. 

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience 

•  Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics, or a related field. 

•  1–3 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, FP&A, accounting, or business intelligence. 

•  Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, charts, and financial modeling). 

•  Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) or ERP systems is a plus. 

•  Solid understanding of financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) and key financial metrics. 

•  Previous exposure to the oil & gas or energy industry is preferred but not required. 

Key Skills & Competencies 

•  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail. 

•  Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 

•  Good communication skills — able to present findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. 

•  Team player with a proactive and positive attitude. 

•  Curiosity and eagerness to learn about forecasting, capital planning, and the petroleum business. 

•  Comfort working with large datasets and turning numbers into actionable insights. 

Benefits

What We Offer 

•  Competitive base salary 

•  Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.