Remote Rise Technical Recruitment Jobs in Houston, TX

Overview

NES Fircroft is a leading global technical recruitment company providing professional contract and permanent staff to a diverse worldwide client base within the energy industry. Our client, a low-carbon energy project developer, has a permanent opportunity for a Financial Analyst & Strategist to be remote-based in Texas or Nebraska.

Base pay range

$95,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

• Annual Bonus

Job Details

• Reports to: CFO
• Job Type: Permanent/Full-Time
• Work Schedule: Remote
• Location: Houston, TX or Omaha, NE

NES Fircroft is a leading global technical recruitment company providing professional contract and permanent staff to a diverse worldwide client base within the energy industry. Our client, a low-carbon energy project developer, has a permanent opportunity for a Financial Analyst & Strategist to be remote-based in Texas or Nebraska.

Job Summary

This role supports Company's financial strategy by identifying opportunities for growth and providing analytical insight to guide sound decision-making. The position requires a strong ability to build and run financial models, leverage data tools like Power BI, and translate findings into actionable recommendations.

Ideal candidates will bring experience in oil, gas, or chemical project environments, with 3+ years of progressive analytical roles. This is a highly visible role reporting directly into the C-suite in a lean, entrepreneurial setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed financial modeling, scenario planning, and investment analysis to support capital raising and strategic decisions.
• Build dashboards and reports in Power BI to communicate financial insights and trends.
• Partner with leadership on capital project evaluation (CAPEX) and operational performance analysis.
• Provide clear, data-driven insights to guide profitability and growth.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on financial strategies to support development goals.
• Prepare presentations and materials for investors, partners, and government stakeholders.
• Monitor policies/regulations relevant to the industry and identify funding or partnership opportunities.
• Contribute to financial controls and risk management without being responsible for day-to-day accounting.
• Leverage established relationships within the energy, oil, fertilizer, and gas industries to support strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand capital requirements and develop tailored financial strategies.
• Monitor and analyze government regulations and policies impacting the company, advising on compliance and opportunities.
• Present a professional image at all times to clients and vendors and maintain a positive reputation of the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Finance, Economics or related field.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience supporting financial analysis, strategy development, or related role within the energy/ oil/ gas sector.
• Proven experience building and running complex financial models for capital projects (CAPEX) or for operational O&G and energy facilities is required.
• Power BI expertise for data analysis and visualization.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills; able to translate data into business strategy.
• Exposure to startup or lean environments is a plus.
• Knowledge of grant processes and government funding opportunities for the energy and chemical manufacturing sector is a plus.

Additional

• Self-starter who thrives in high-visibility roles with executive leadership.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Able to balance multiple priorities and work cross-functionally.
• Travel up to 10%.

Why Work Here

• Join a privately backed developer building a large-scale energy infrastructure project
• Report directly to the C-suite and help shape core financial strategy
• Gain early-stage exposure to investor-backed project development
• Work in a lean, entrepreneurial environment with proven leadership
• Competitive compensation: Base salary + bonus, benefits, and unlimited PTO
• Remote position with a focus on candidates located in Texas or Nebraska, aligning with the company's project footprint

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of an emerging Energy Project Developer that is driving forward increasingly specialized and innovative solutions. The successful applicant will receive a competitive annual compensation package, annual bonus, medical benefits, 401K, PTO, and more. For further information regarding this role or to discuss other opportunities contact Mishu Ventura. Candidates must have ongoing authorization to work in the US without visa sponsorship or work permit. Candidates must reside in the US, no relocation is available for this position.