Financial Analyst

The GSM (Global Sales & Marketing) FP&A team is seeking an experienced FP&A Analyst to partner with the global Marketing, Sales, and HR organizations. Primary responsibilities include operating expense management, including ownership of the quarterly budget process, partnering closely with business stakeholders to update monthly operating expense outlooks, supporting the monthly accounting close, performing variance analysis, preparing management reporting, and maintaining internal controls.

Additional responsibilities include headcount forecasting and analysis, ad hoc analytical projects, and support for the preparation of executive presentations.

The successful candidate will analyze financial information to identify trends and opportunities for improvement while serving as a trusted business partner to these teams. The role requires the ability to operate effectively in a cross‑functional, fast‑paced, multinational environment and a proactive, customer‑focused mindset. This position is based in Austin, TX, with four days on site.

• Facilitate quarterly budget and monthly forecast process for Global Marketing, EMEA Sales and HR organizations.
• Support monthly financial close and provide variance analysis between actuals and budgets.
• Prepare monthly financial performance reporting for management with variance explanations.
• Ad hoc analysis as needed to support the business.
• Be customer focused and focus on continuous improvement and innovation.

• You ground yourself in data and focus on key metrics. You use financial analysis to generate, evaluate, and act on strategic options and opportunities. You identify and seize new opportunities. You effectively communicate in various settings: one‑on‑one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels.

• Finance, Accounting, Economics, Math or Business Administration degree required.
• 3-6 years of FP&A or related work experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing budgets and forecasts.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (especially Excel and Powerpoint), and proficiency working with large ERP and planning systems (Oracle / Hyperion).
• Ability to stay organized in a fast paced, complex work environment.

• Self‑motivated, proactive, able to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Detail‑oriented, able to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills, with a strong emphasis on ability to communicate effectively with various levels of leadership up to executive level.

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact.

We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

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