Zachary Andrews
Tomball
Summary
Experienced Financial Analyst with a strong focus on GAAP compliance and fixed asset management. Proven ability to analyze complex financial data, driving informed decision-making and cost-saving initiatives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Analyst
Chevron
Houston
01.2021 - 12.2025
- Evaluated financial performance trends in collaboration with cross-functional teams to inform strategic decisions.
- Delivered recommendations for cost-saving initiatives utilizing data insights.
- Analyzed complex financial information to offer recommendations to management, driving decision-making.
- Identified discrepancies in financial data and recommended corrective actions to resolve them.
- Utilized financial software and advanced Excel functions to streamline data analysis and reporting processes.
- Gathered and analyzed financial data alongside cross-functional teams to produce comprehensive reports.
- Assisted in financial analysis during merger with Noble Energy, focusing on data accuracy.
- Trained analysts on financial analysis techniques and best practices, enhancing team capability in data interpretation.
- Maintained strong pipeline of corporate clients by collaborating closely with partners.
Team Leader - Fixed Assets
Noble Energy
Houston
05.2015 - 12.2019
- Oversaw asset depreciation schedules and reporting processes working closely with Operations and Reserve engineers.
- Managed fixed asset records for compliance and accuracy.
- Collaborated with finance teams to enhance budget forecasting and planning processes.
- Trained staff on fixed asset management systems and procedures.
- Assisted with the preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP guidelines.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure timely acquisition of necessary documents for capitalized assets.
- Identified and implemented improvements to internal control processes for fixed asset accounting.
- Coordinated the annual external audit by providing supporting documentation as requested by auditors.
- Analyzed balance sheet accounts for completeness, accuracy, reasonableness and compliance with corporate policies.
- Created reports detailing asset activity such as additions, disposals, transfers.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from internal departments regarding fixed assets matters.
- Prepared journal entries for depreciation expenses and other related adjustments.
- Collaborated with managers on key client issues with focus on implementing tax strategies to align with business objectives.
- Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
- Coordinated cross-functional Divestiture team for 150+ divestitures, including major fields in Marcellus Shale and GoM.
- Onboarded assets from 2 major Acquisitions, Rosetta and Clayton Williams, with inputs from the Operations teams and Tax to ensure accurate reporting for both
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX05-2006
Skills
- Financial reporting
- GAAP compliance
- Fixed asset accounting
- Fixed asset management
- Depreciation methods
- Month end close
- ERP accounting
- Internal controls
- Audit support
- Microsoft Excel
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Team leadership
- Communication skills
- Fixed asset management
Timeline
Financial Analyst
Chevron
01.2021 - 12.2025
Team Leader - Fixed Assets
Noble Energy
05.2015 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Sam Houston State University