Senior FP&A Analyst

Position Summary

The role of a senior FP&A analyst is to support financial planning, consolidation, and performance management across North America region, including multiple manufacturing plants, R&D center, and headquarters functions in the U.S. and Mexico. This role sits at the intersection of finance, operations, and data/analytics, playing a key role in consolidating regional financials, enhancing forecasting through automation and advanced analytics, and supporting strategic decision‑making across functions including Operations, Sales, Purchasing, and R&D.

• Regional Financial Planning & Analysis
• Support the annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and long‑range strategic planning processes for North America.
• Partner with business leaders to understand key operational drivers (volume, pricing, material cost, labor, overhead) and translate them into financial projections.
• Perform variance analysis (actual vs. plan/forecast/prior year) with clear insights and actionable recommendations.
• Support ad hoc financial analysis related to cost optimization, margin improvement, and investment decisions.
• Financial Consolidation (U.S. & Mexico Operations)
• Consolidate financial results across multiple manufacturing sites, R&D center, and HQ functions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage intercompany eliminations, multi‑currency considerations, and alignment to corporate reporting standards.
• Standardize data structures and reporting templates across sites.
• Work closely with plant controllers and central finance teams to ensure consistency in reporting and assumptions.
• Data Automation & Advanced Analytics
• Develop and implement automated processes for financial data collection, consolidation, and reporting (reducing manual Excel‑based work).
• Utilize tools such as SQL, Python, Palantir, Power BI, or similar to build scalable reporting and dashboard solutions.
• Support the application of AI/advanced analytics to improve forecast accuracy, identify trends, and enable predictive insights (e.g., cost drivers, demand patterns).
• Collaborate with IT and data teams to improve data quality, integration (ERP systems), and governance.
• Cross‑Functional Business Partnering
• Liaise with other central controllers and act as a finance partner to Operations: plant performance, cost control, efficiency initiatives;
  Sales: pricing, customer profitability, volume planning;
  Purchasing: material cost analysis, supplier impact; R&D: project tracking, investment evaluation.
• Provide financial visibility and insights to support decision‑making across functions.
• Communicate complex financial information clearly to non‑finance stakeholders.
• Strategic Modeling & Decision Support
• Build and maintain financial models for customer programs and product profitability; capital investments and capacity expansion; cost reduction and restructuring initiatives.
• Conduct scenario and sensitivity analyses to support strategic planning and risk management.

• Faurecia Group Code of Ethics
• Faurecia Group Code of Management
• Faurecia Group Environmental Policy
• Faurecia Group Quality Policy
• All other duties as assigned by the company

Knowledge /

Skills:

• Strong financial modeling and Excel skills (advanced level required).
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Proficiency in data and automation tools:
• SQL, Python, or similar (preferred)
• Power BI / Tableau or equivalent visualization tools
• Exposure to AI‑driven forecasting or analytics is a strong plus.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage large datasets and translate them into insights.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management across functions and cultures.
• Self‑starter with continuous improvement mindset and adaptability in a traditional but evolving environment.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven manufacturing setting.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA/CPA/CMA preferred but not required).
• Senior Analyst: 3–6 years of experience.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably automotive or industrial.
• Experience working in multi‑site and cross‑border (U.S./Mexico) environments preferred.