James Petri
About James Petri
James Petri is a Financial Planning and Reporting Analyst at Nabors Industries, where he manages the company's budgeting and forecasting processes. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting with a minor in Finance from the University of Arizona and has extensive experience in financial analysis and modeling.
Work at Nabors Industries
James Petri has been employed at Nabors Industries since 2020, serving as a Financial Planning and Reporting Analyst. In this role, he manages the two-year plan, yearly budget, and monthly forecasts. He is responsible for leading long-range financial modeling related to operations activity, revenue, and expenses, ensuring accurate forecasts are maintained. Additionally, he presents quarterly forecasts and yearly budgets to key executives, including the VP of finance, VP of operations, and Controller of the western hemisphere.
Education and Expertise
James Petri studied at the University of Arizona, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting with a Minor in Finance from 2013 to 2016. He furthered his education at The University of Texas at San Antonio from 2011 to 2013. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in financial planning and reporting.
Professional Background
Before joining Nabors Industries, James Petri worked at Plains All American as a Financial Accountant from 2017 to 2020. He also held the position of Staff Accountant at Houston Fuel Oil Terminal Company for nine months in 2016. His experience in these roles has contributed to his skills in financial analysis and reporting.
Financial Analysis and Reporting Skills
In his current role, James Petri defines and tracks key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the performance of operations groups. He conducts trend and variance analysis, as well as projections based on internal statistics. His responsibilities also include providing financial analysis for potential partnerships and completing ad hoc requests for management following monthly reviews.