Financial Planning & Analysis; FP&A & Corporate Strategy Director

Position: Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) & Corporate Strategy Director
Empower Your Future: At Met Ox International, we're pioneering the next era of energy security and abundance through breakthrough superconducting technology. As a Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) & Corporate Strategy Director, you'll join a dynamic team committed to strengthening the world's energy systems to make them more resilient, efficient, and reliable.

Based at our global headquarters in Houston, TX, the FP&A & Corporate Strategy Director is a strategic finance leader responsible for driving financial planning, performance management, corporate development, and enterprise-wide decision support s role operates at the center of the business, partnering directly with executive leadership and the Board to translate complex operational and technical inputs into clear financial insights that guide company strategy.

In addition to owning budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, the Director will play a critical role in fundraising, capital strategy, and corporate development. This includes supporting investor engagement, evaluating strategic partnerships and acquisition opportunities, developing financial models and valuation analyses, and helping shape the company's long-term growth strategy. This individual will develop robust financial models, articulate the company's growth trajectory, and ensure alignment between operational execution, capital deployment, and strategic growth initiatives.

This is a highly visible role requiring both strong analytical rigor and executive presence. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and is comfortable navigating ambiguity while building structure, discipline, and scalable financial processes. This position reports to the VP of Finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Planning & Forecasting
  • Leads the company's annual budgeting process and long-range financial planning.
  • Develops and maintains rolling forecasts, incorporating key business drivers, risks, and opportunities.
  • Builds and owns integrated financial models that connect operations, capital investment, and revenue growth.
  • Establishes planning frameworks that scale with company growth and complexity.
• Executive Partnership, Strategic Finance & Corporate Development
  • Serves as a trusted advisor to the CEO, CFO, and Executive Council on financial and strategic matters.
  • Translates technical, operational, and commercial inputs into actionable financial insights.
  • Supports strategic decision-making, including capacity expansion, pricing strategies, new market entry, and capital allocation.
  • Evaluates strategic growth opportunities, including acquisitions, joint ventures, technology partnerships, and market expansion initiatives.
  • Develops investment theses and business cases supporting corporate development initiatives.
  • Monitors industry trends, competitive dynamics, and adjacent markets to identify opportunities and risks.
  • Aligns financial planning with key company milestones and performance targets.
• Fundraising & Investor Support
  • Supports fundraising efforts, including preparation of financial materials for investors, lenders, and government stakeholders.
  • Develops clear and compelling financial narratives that articulate growth strategy and capital needs.
  • Leads financial modeling for equity and debt raises, including scenario analysis and dilution modeling.
  • Partners with leadership on diligence processes, data room preparation, and investor Q&A.
• Corporate Development & Strategic Growth
  • Supports evaluation and execution of mergers, acquisitions, strategic investments, and partnership opportunities.
  • Develops valuation models, accretion/dilution analyses, and transaction scenarios.
  • Coordinates financial diligence efforts and works cross-functionally to assess operational, technical, and commercial risks.
  • Supports post-transaction integration planning and value capture initiatives.
  • Maintains market intelligence on emerging technologies, competitors, and industry consolidation trends.
• Reporting & Performance Management
  • Owns monthly, quarterly, and Board-level financial reporting packages.
  • Provides variance analysis with clear insights and recommendations.
  • Develops KPIs and dashboards to track financial and operational performance.
  • Enhances visibility into business performance through improved reporting tools and processes.
• Capital Planning & Investment Analysis
  • Evaluates capital expenditures, including ROI, payback, and strategic alignment.
  • Supports government funding initiatives, including grant modeling, compliance, and reporting.
  • Builds business cases for major investments and operational improvements.
  • Process & Systems Development
  • Builds and scales FP&A processes, tools, and systems to support a high-growth organization.
  • Partners with Finance and IT to optimize ERP and financial planning systems.
  • Drives automation and efficiency in financial reporting and planning processes

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 8 years of experience in FP&A, strategic finance,…