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Strategic Finance Analyst roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which requires your employer to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position. Finance roles with advanced modeling, FP&A, or capital allocation responsibilities typically support EB-2 classification. Start your sponsorship search with employers who have an active PERM filing history.
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The Senior / Lead Analyst, Strategic Finance reports directly to the Director, Strategic Finance and is responsible for developing financial models, evaluating strategic transactions, assisting in strategic plans, coordinating financial projections and guidance with Financial Planning and Treasury. The Senior / Lead Analyst will assist the Director, Strategic Finance in conducting financial analyses and presentation work for the Vice President of Strategic Finance, Senior Vice President of Finance and Treasury, CFO, CEO and Board of Directors.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Build and maintain complex financial models (integrated financial statements, DCF, LBO, project finance) to support corporate financing strategy and investment decisions.
- Assist Strategic Finance Group with executions of financings, investments and transactions utilizing corporate finance, project finance and/or partnership structures.
- Apply financial knowledge and skills independently to perform variety of ad-hoc technical analysis.
- Assist in drafting executive committee and board materials that include financial forecasts and relevant analyses.
- Work with internal and external groups in designing and maintaining tools, models and databases useful to performing the functions of corporate development, financing, capital structure assessment, and financial reporting and forecasting.
- Work closely with Financial Planning, Corporate Development & Strategy, Treasury, Tax, Accounting, Legal, Commercial, Investor Relations, Asset Groups, Gas Supply & Trading.
- The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Knowledge:
The Senior / Lead Analyst, Strategic Finance should possess a strong finance background with previous work and transaction experience in investment banking, corporate finance, project finance, leverage finance, capital markets and/or principal investing. The Senior / Lead Analyst should have strong financial modeling and presentation skills. An understanding of global energy market fundamentals, especially LNG markets, combined with industry knowledge of key elements of midstream and MLP businesses is ideal.
Skills:
- Strong business analysis and modeling skills, especially with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Solid understanding of energy finance markets.
- Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects concurrently while meeting deadlines.
- Highly organized and motivated with strong analytical and critical thinking abilities. Individual shall demonstrate good judgment, high integrity and sound decision-making skills.
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to effectively communicate across various levels, disciplines and technical abilities of an organization.
- Team player.
- Positive attitude with the flexibility and adaptability to respond to rapidly changing work environments. Strong interpersonal skills are required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education, Training and Certifications: Bachelor’s Degree is required, preferably in finance, math, statistics, or a related field.
Experience:
- Senior Analyst: 1-3 years of progressive experience in Investment Banking, M&A, Principal Investing, or Project Financing; Or, 3-7 years’ experience within Corporate Development or Finance.
- Lead Analyst: 3-5 years of progressive experience in Investment Banking, M&A, Principal Investing, or Project Financing; Or, 7-10 years’ experience within Corporate Development or Finance.
DIRECT REPORTS
None
FREEDOM TO ACT
The Senior / Lead Analyst, Strategic Finance has significant expertise in their field and requires minimal direct supervision to be highly effective.
WORK CONDITIONS
- Job is performed in a typical office environment, but is subject to time pressures and constraints, and is often dependent on input from others.
- Occasionally, work may be performed from home, after normal work hours or on weekends.
- May be required to work overtime.
- Subject to drug and alcohol testing, per applicable federal regulations or as required by Cheniere.
ADA JOB REQUIREMENTS
Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential functions of the job can be performed and not hinder the employee's performance due to physical or mental disability.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Cheniere Energy is an equal opportunity workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation if requested for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices.
INTRODUCTION
The Senior / Lead Analyst, Strategic Finance reports directly to the Director, Strategic Finance and is responsible for developing financial models, evaluating strategic transactions, assisting in strategic plans, coordinating financial projections and guidance with Financial Planning and Treasury. The Senior / Lead Analyst will assist the Director, Strategic Finance in conducting financial analyses and presentation work for the Vice President of Strategic Finance, Senior Vice President of Finance and Treasury, CFO, CEO and Board of Directors.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Build and maintain complex financial models (integrated financial statements, DCF, LBO, project finance) to support corporate financing strategy and investment decisions.
- Assist Strategic Finance Group with executions of financings, investments and transactions utilizing corporate finance, project finance and/or partnership structures.
- Apply financial knowledge and skills independently to perform variety of ad-hoc technical analysis.
- Assist in drafting executive committee and board materials that include financial forecasts and relevant analyses.
- Work with internal and external groups in designing and maintaining tools, models and databases useful to performing the functions of corporate development, financing, capital structure assessment, and financial reporting and forecasting.
- Work closely with Financial Planning, Corporate Development & Strategy, Treasury, Tax, Accounting, Legal, Commercial, Investor Relations, Asset Groups, Gas Supply & Trading.
- The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Knowledge:
The Senior / Lead Analyst, Strategic Finance should possess a strong finance background with previous work and transaction experience in investment banking, corporate finance, project finance, leverage finance, capital markets and/or principal investing. The Senior / Lead Analyst should have strong financial modeling and presentation skills. An understanding of global energy market fundamentals, especially LNG markets, combined with industry knowledge of key elements of midstream and MLP businesses is ideal.
Skills:
- Strong business analysis and modeling skills, especially with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Solid understanding of energy finance markets.
- Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects concurrently while meeting deadlines.
- Highly organized and motivated with strong analytical and critical thinking abilities. Individual shall demonstrate good judgment, high integrity and sound decision-making skills.
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to effectively communicate across various levels, disciplines and technical abilities of an organization.
- Team player.
- Positive attitude with the flexibility and adaptability to respond to rapidly changing work environments. Strong interpersonal skills are required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education, Training and Certifications: Bachelor’s Degree is required, preferably in finance, math, statistics, or a related field.
Experience:
- Senior Analyst: 1-3 years of progressive experience in Investment Banking, M&A, Principal Investing, or Project Financing; Or, 3-7 years’ experience within Corporate Development or Finance.
- Lead Analyst: 3-5 years of progressive experience in Investment Banking, M&A, Principal Investing, or Project Financing; Or, 7-10 years’ experience within Corporate Development or Finance.
DIRECT REPORTS
None
FREEDOM TO ACT
The Senior / Lead Analyst, Strategic Finance has significant expertise in their field and requires minimal direct supervision to be highly effective.
WORK CONDITIONS
- Job is performed in a typical office environment, but is subject to time pressures and constraints, and is often dependent on input from others.
- Occasionally, work may be performed from home, after normal work hours or on weekends.
- May be required to work overtime.
- Subject to drug and alcohol testing, per applicable federal regulations or as required by Cheniere.
ADA JOB REQUIREMENTS
Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential functions of the job can be performed and not hinder the employee's performance due to physical or mental disability.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Cheniere Energy is an equal opportunity workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation if requested for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Strategic Finance Analyst
Document your specialized finance credentials early
Gather transcripts, professional certifications like CFA or CPA, and performance reviews before applying. PERM audits often require detailed evidence of specialized skills, and gaps in your credential file can stall the DOL certification process.
Target employers with PERM filing history
Filter your job search to companies that have filed PERM applications for finance roles before. An employer sponsoring their first foreign national takes significantly longer than one with an established immigration process and in-house counsel.
Search sponsoring employers using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to identify Strategic Finance Analyst roles at companies with a verified green card sponsorship track record. This narrows your search to employers already familiar with the PERM and I-140 process for finance positions.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 classification before accepting an offer
Ask whether the role will be structured as EB-2 requiring an advanced degree or EB-3 as a skilled professional position. Your priority date and wait time depend on this classification, particularly if you're from a country with a backlogged visa bulletin.
Understand how prevailing wage affects your offer negotiation
The DOL requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for your role and location. Look up the applicable wage level using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating so you understand the floor your employer must meet under PERM rules.
Request a PERM timeline commitment in writing before you start
Ask your employer to confirm when they intend to file the PERM labor certification after your start date. Some companies delay filing for years, which postpones your priority date and extends the overall green card timeline considerably.
Green Card Strategic Finance Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Strategic Finance Analyst role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Strategic Finance Analyst positions can qualify under either category depending on how the employer defines the role. EB-2 applies when the job requires an advanced degree, such as an MBA or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in financial planning or capital markets. EB-3 covers roles requiring a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or economics. Your employer's immigration attorney will determine which category fits the specific job description filed in your PERM application.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa with a three-year initial period and an annual lottery for cap-subject positions. PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency and has no annual lottery. The PERM process requires your employer to conduct a supervised DOL recruitment campaign to document that no qualified U.S. worker applied. While the total timeline from PERM filing to green card approval is typically two to four years for most nationalities, the outcome is permanent rather than requiring recurring renewals.
Which employers regularly sponsor Strategic Finance Analyst roles for green cards?
Large financial services firms, technology companies with corporate finance divisions, private equity-backed portfolio companies, and publicly traded corporations in manufacturing and healthcare are among the most active PERM filers for finance analyst roles. Employers with dedicated HR immigration teams process sponsorship more efficiently than those handling it for the first time. Use Migrate Mate to search specifically for Strategic Finance Analyst openings at companies with a documented history of employment-based green card filings.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from my employer?
Your employer must file a PERM application with DOL demonstrating that the role was posted publicly, that recruitment steps like newspaper ads and job board listings were completed, and that no minimally qualified U.S. worker applied. The process typically takes six to eighteen months depending on whether DOL selects the case for audit. Your employer bears the cost and filing responsibility. Once PERM is certified, they file the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS to establish your priority date.
Can I change employers after my green card process has started?
Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is established, you can port to a new employer in a same or similar occupation under AC21 portability rules if your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days. For a Strategic Finance Analyst, a move to a comparable FP&A or corporate finance role at another company generally qualifies. Changing employers before I-140 approval requires restarting the PERM process from the beginning with the new employer.