Calpine - Houston, TX
posted about 1 month ago
Calpine Corporation is seeking a Director of Operational Budget Management to oversee budgeting, controls, and financial matters within the Operations department. This role is critical in supporting Operations leadership with cost management activities, which include cost tracking, reporting, and communication. The Director will execute directives from senior leadership, ensuring that all business units and departments within Operations align with the overall strategic objectives of the company. This position requires a proactive approach to identifying financial opportunities and challenges, as well as designing and implementing effective solutions. The Director will be responsible for compiling data based on statistical studies and analyzing past and current years to prepare the company budget and justify requested funds. This role involves regular collaboration with teams across the organization to address complex financial and operational issues. The Director will also review operational budgets, analyze trends affecting budget needs, and maintain high-level communication with Operational Regional and Fleet leadership regarding spending decisions. In addition, the Director will develop strategies and provide leadership in the design, development, and implementation of standardized business planning, tracking, and reporting processes. They will analyze initiatives in the business plan against the budget and spending plan, providing periodic reports to executive leadership on overall performance. The role also includes directing the development, coordination, and technical direction of budgeting and financial management at the company level, ensuring consistency with Calpine's policies. Specific responsibilities may include overseeing the rollout of financial management systems, conducting commercial pro-forma cost analysis, and providing input on financial strategies and contract designs.