<p>This role will participate in and/or lead, establish, and support primary focus areas of financial planning, reporting, research and analysis, modeling, evaluation of non-routine transactions, project and process improvement efforts, and other duties as assigned. Responsibilities will include involvement in areas of higher complexity and impact to the organization. A successful individual in this position demonstrates initiative, effectively influences, and communicates to various stakeholders, with the potential to lead and develop others within their area of responsibility. The individual in this role can work autonomously, has the ability to see the big picture, understand purpose, and can prioritize competing individual and team responsibilities. Primary responsibilities include:</p> <ul> <li>Financial Planning - Support preparation of the Company's annual budget, forecast, and long-range planning processes necessary for financial planning activities. </li><li>Reporting - Assist with reporting for key stakeholders, providing recurring reports with effective analysis. </li><li>Analysis - Able to develop and apply strategic perspective and knowledge of key financial / operational activities to derive meaningful explanations and analysis supporting effective business decisions. </li><li>Modeling - This role will eventually take on greater responsibility for handling the team's modeling software (Oracle Planning and Strategic Modeling), with the expectation of becoming a power user over time. </li></ul> <p>PRIMARY RELATIONSHIPS:</p> <p>Relationships: Strategic Planning and Asset Optimization Team, Accounting and Tax, Treasury, Reserves Engineering, Marketing, Operations, Land, , Investor Relations, and Human Resources. External relationships include software consultants and other service providers.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:</p> <p>Financial Planning and Reporting</p> <ul> <li> <p>Support annual budget and forecast processes as well as ad-hoc modeling:</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate with FP&A team, Strategic Planning and Asset Optimization Team, Operations, and Business Development on appropriate assumptions and scenarios.</p> </li><li> <p>Assist in the preparation of the annual Business Plan document and various presentations.</p> </li><li> <p>Support preparation of the Company's long-range plan and NAV models.</p> </li><li> <p>Work with FP&A team and stakeholders to provide various scenarios and sensitivities based on provided financial and operational plans.</p> </li><li> <p>Assist in the development of materials and presentations of long-range plan data.</p> </li><li> <p>Assist with internal management reporting efforts.</p> </li><li> <p>Preparation of monthly reports and analysis for key stakeholders.</p> </li><li> <p>Interest in understanding Company performance as compared to Oil and Gas peers.</p> </li><li> <p>Assist with ad hoc projects and analyses as needed.</p> </li><li> <p>Demonstrate accuracy and understanding of processes used in areas of responsibility.</p> </li><li> <p>Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes, and reports.</p> </li><li> <p>Support continuous improvement in FP&A processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate cross-functionally with other finance/strategy/operations teams to support business initiatives.</p> </li></ul> <p>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:</p> <ul> <li>Proficient with MS Office, particularly Word and Excel. </li><li>Reporting and analytical skills, including financial modeling, and ad-hoc data analysis a plus. </li><li>Strong work ethic and dedication and commitment to the achievement of group and personal goals. </li><li>Developing ability to analyze financial results, assess financial impacts of business decisions. </li><li>Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise judgment and professional discretion when communicating with all stakeholders (internal and external). </li><li>Ability to work cross-functionally with other teams outside of finance. </li><li>Growing understanding of how strategies align with the business goals and objectives and macro environment. </li><li>Willingness to develop and grow business acumen and industry understanding. </li><li>Support a collaborative team environment. </li><li>Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, attention to detail, and organization </li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills </li></ul> <p>EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in business, with emphasis in Accounting or Finance. </li><li>Knowledge of exploration and production industry. </li><li>Minimum of 4+ (Senior), 7+ (Lead), years of related financial / accounting / planning experience </li><li>Experience with budget and planning systems such as Oracle Planning and Strategic Modeling a plus </li><li>Master's degree in Finance or Accounting and/or professional certification such as CFA or CPA a plus </li></ul> <p>LOCATION/WORK SCHEDULE: Denver - Hybrid work schedule with ability to commute to the Denver office on short notice and as needed to support business requirements; this role should expect 1+ days in office on average per week.</p> <p>TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Limited recurring travel expected. Travel based on specific business needs.</p> <p>SM Energy offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which include, but are not limited to, variable pay, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details are available at Careers :: SM Energy Company (SM) (sm-energy.com).</p> <p>Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.</p>