OPT Financial Planning Analyst Jobs
Financial Planning Analyst jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in finance, economics, or accounting. Most roles qualify as STEM OPT extensions under CIP codes 52.0801 and 52.0301, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization if your degree qualifies.
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Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. For more than 25 years, we have continued to grow and now operate coast-to-coast with more than 11,000 employees. Our employees contribute directly to our success, and we are committed to providing a safe, ethical, and professional work environment with opportunities for growth and advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, 401(k), and a pension plan. This role participates in a hybrid work schedule (Monday–Wednesday in-office; Thursday–Friday remote).
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
As a member of the Natural Gas Financial Planning organization, this role is responsible for supporting the coordination, consolidation, and analysis of financial forecasts, budgets, and long-range outlooks for assigned midstream assets. The successful candidate will deliver timely, accurate financial insights and translate operational and accounting drivers into meaningful analysis to support both strategic and day-to-day decision-making and improve the overall quality and consistency of financial planning outputs.
Responsibilities:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support the preparation and coordination of bi-weekly forecasts, annual budgets, and long-range financial outlooks
- Maintain and update financial models to reflect current operating conditions and business assumptions
- Prepare monthly variance analysis (actual vs. forecast and budget), including identification and explanation of key drivers
- Develop sensitivities and scenario analysis related to pricing, volumes, and operational changes
- Perform ad hoc financial analysis and support evaluation of capital and growth opportunities
- Partner with Accounting, Commercial, and Operations teams to ensure alignment between financial results and operational activity
- Incorporate operational and business development inputs into financial projections
- Develop and maintain recurring reporting packages for management
- Coordinate routine deliverables, including support for audit requests and quarterly business reviews
- Investigate anomalies and prepare monthly actual vs. forecast and budget variance analyses
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting
- MBA and/or CPA preferred
Experience and Specific Knowledge:
- Strong background in financial analysis, forecasting, and planning
- Demonstrated understanding of accounting principles and financial statements
- Experience working with large datasets across multiple systems and reconciling financial information
- Financial modeling experience; midstream or energy industry experience preferred
Competencies, Skills and Abilities:
- Self-starter with a high degree of initiative, attention to detail, and strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to build and maintain dynamic financial models and efficiently analyze large datasets (Excel Power Query/Power BI and nested formula experiences preferred)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced FP&A environment
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders
- Proven ability to work independently while collaborating across teams
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Job level will be determined based on the candidate’s skills and qualifications
- Some overtime may be required during peak planning and reporting cycles
WHY JOIN KINDER MORGAN:
Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.
Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.
Overview:
Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. For more than 25 years, we have continued to grow and now operate coast-to-coast with more than 11,000 employees. Our employees contribute directly to our success, and we are committed to providing a safe, ethical, and professional work environment with opportunities for growth and advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, 401(k), and a pension plan. This role participates in a hybrid work schedule (Monday–Wednesday in-office; Thursday–Friday remote).
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
As a member of the Natural Gas Financial Planning organization, this role is responsible for supporting the coordination, consolidation, and analysis of financial forecasts, budgets, and long-range outlooks for assigned midstream assets. The successful candidate will deliver timely, accurate financial insights and translate operational and accounting drivers into meaningful analysis to support both strategic and day-to-day decision-making and improve the overall quality and consistency of financial planning outputs.
Responsibilities:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support the preparation and coordination of bi-weekly forecasts, annual budgets, and long-range financial outlooks
- Maintain and update financial models to reflect current operating conditions and business assumptions
- Prepare monthly variance analysis (actual vs. forecast and budget), including identification and explanation of key drivers
- Develop sensitivities and scenario analysis related to pricing, volumes, and operational changes
- Perform ad hoc financial analysis and support evaluation of capital and growth opportunities
- Partner with Accounting, Commercial, and Operations teams to ensure alignment between financial results and operational activity
- Incorporate operational and business development inputs into financial projections
- Develop and maintain recurring reporting packages for management
- Coordinate routine deliverables, including support for audit requests and quarterly business reviews
- Investigate anomalies and prepare monthly actual vs. forecast and budget variance analyses
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting
- MBA and/or CPA preferred
Experience and Specific Knowledge:
- Strong background in financial analysis, forecasting, and planning
- Demonstrated understanding of accounting principles and financial statements
- Experience working with large datasets across multiple systems and reconciling financial information
- Financial modeling experience; midstream or energy industry experience preferred
Competencies, Skills and Abilities:
- Self-starter with a high degree of initiative, attention to detail, and strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to build and maintain dynamic financial models and efficiently analyze large datasets (Excel Power Query/Power BI and nested formula experiences preferred)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced FP&A environment
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders
- Proven ability to work independently while collaborating across teams
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Job level will be determined based on the candidate’s skills and qualifications
- Some overtime may be required during peak planning and reporting cycles
WHY JOIN KINDER MORGAN:
Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.
Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Financial Planning Analyst
Lead with your technical skill set
Financial Planning Analyst roles increasingly require proficiency in Excel modeling, SQL, and tools like Hyperion or Anaplan. Highlighting these skills signals immediate value to hiring managers and shifts the conversation away from your visa status early in the process.
Target companies with existing OPT infrastructure
Large financial services firms, Fortune 500 corporate finance teams, and consulting companies have established HR processes for sponsoring international candidates. These employers are less likely to be deterred by OPT paperwork than smaller firms hiring for their first finance role.
Confirm your degree qualifies for STEM OPT
Finance and accounting degrees under CIP codes 52.0801 and 52.0301 qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Verify your specific program's CIP code with your DSO before applying, since this significantly expands your authorized work period and your attractiveness to employers.
Frame your OPT timeline during outreach
Be upfront that you have 12 months of OPT, extendable to 36 months with STEM designation. Employers in corporate finance plan hiring in annual cycles, so showing you can cover at least one full fiscal year reduces their perceived risk around your authorization.
Apply before your OPT start date approaches
Financial Planning Analyst hiring processes often involve multiple interview rounds and finance case assessments that take four to eight weeks. Starting your search three to four months before graduation gives you time to convert offers before your authorization window opens.
Emphasize FP&A-specific experience from internships
Budgeting support, variance analysis, and financial modeling work from internships directly maps to entry-level FP&A responsibilities. Quantify outcomes where possible, since finance hiring managers evaluate analytical candidates on precision and their ability to translate data into business decisions.
Financial Planning Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Financial Planning Analyst role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your degree is in finance, accounting, or a related quantitative field classified under a STEM-designated CIP code such as 52.0801 or 52.0301, you can apply for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm your program's CIP code with your designated school official before assuming you qualify.
Are Financial Planning Analyst employers typically willing to sponsor OPT students?
Large corporations with dedicated FP&A teams, financial services companies, and management consulting firms are the most sponsorship-friendly employers for this role. They hire international talent regularly and have legal teams familiar with OPT and H-1B visa processes. Smaller companies hiring their first finance analyst may be less familiar with the process and require more education during interviews. Browse OPT-friendly Financial Planning Analyst openings on Migrate Mate to find employers already set up to hire international candidates.
What authorization does an employer need to hire me as a Financial Planning Analyst on OPT?
Your employer does not file any petition with USCIS during standard OPT. You work on your EAD card, which you must present along with your I-20 showing OPT authorization. For STEM OPT extension, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you file the extension request through your school's DSO at least 90 days before your initial OPT expires.
Can I work as a Financial Planning Analyst at a firm that does not sponsor H-1B visas?
Yes, during your OPT period you are self-authorized and your employer does not need to sponsor anything. H-1B sponsorship only becomes relevant if you want to stay in the U.S. after your OPT and STEM extension periods expire. It is worth confirming a company's H-1B sponsorship history early if long-term U.S. employment is your goal, since not all FP&A employers file H-1B petitions.
How specific does my FP&A job need to be to count as authorized employment on OPT?
Your OPT employment must be directly related to your major field of study. A Financial Planning Analyst role requires quantitative analysis, financial modeling, and business forecasting, which aligns clearly with finance, economics, and accounting degrees. Keep documentation showing the connection between your coursework and job duties in case your DSO or USCIS requests verification. General administrative or unrelated work does not count toward OPT employment requirements.