Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst Job Houston area,Texas USA,Finance & Banking

Our client is a manufacturing-focused organization operating as part of a larger parent company with a portfolio of approximately 15 businesses, providing a stable and well-capitalized platform
The company has approximately 150 employees and operates within a broader multinational structure, offering exposure to both domestic and international operations
It maintains a strong reputation for employee retention, with an average tenure of 10+ years, reflecting a stable and supportive work environment
The organization operates with an open-door, collaborative culture that emphasizes trust, autonomy, and minimal micromanagement
The finance team is closely integrated with leadership, offering direct exposure to senior decision-makers including the VP of Finance and President

Role Summary

Department:
Finance & Accounting
Location:

On-site (4 days in office, Friday remote)
Primary Focus:
Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis while partnering closely with leadership to support business performance and decision-making

Key Responsibilities

Lead the planning, coordination, and tracking of monthly close processes and financial reporting
Drive quarterly forecasts and annual budgeting processes, including preparation and presentation to leadership
Prepare and analyze monthly and quarterly operating reports, including variance analysis, bridges, and commentary across P&L and balance sheet
Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasting, planning, and strategic decision-making
Coordinate weekly flash reporting and rolling forecasts, providing timely insights into business performance
Support consolidations, including intercompany eliminations and foreign currency translation
Partner closely with VP of Finance and President to provide actionable insights and support business strategy
Support and improve financial reporting systems including ERP (IFS) and reporting tools such as Power BI
Assist with special projects, presentations, and ad hoc financial analysis as needed
Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting accuracy, and efficiency across FP&A functions

Ideal Candidate Profile

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting required
4–10+ years of progressive FP&A or accounting experience
Manufacturing experience required (non-negotiable)
Experience in smaller company environments with ability to wear multiple hats and operate independently
Strong understanding of consolidations, intercompany transactions, and financial reporting
Experience with ERP systems (IFS, SAP, Oracle, etc.) and strong Excel skills
Exposure to Power BI or similar data visualization tools preferred
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Self-starter with ability to operate with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills with ability to interact across all levels of the organization
Target base compensation range: $100K–$130K
Bonus:
No bonus initially; bonus structure introduced upon promotion to Manager
401(k):
Company match plus 3% profit sharing
Annual Review:
Yearly performance reviews with merit increases

Selling Points

High visibility role working directly alongside VP of Finance and President
Opportunity to step into a role with immediate impact and ownership
Strong stability and low turnover environment with long-tenured employees
Clear growth path into FP&A Manager with opportunity to build out the team
Exposure to a broader multinational structure while working in a smaller, nimble business unit
Ideal for a hands-on FP&A professional who thrives in autonomous environments and wants to grow into leadership
Strong culture centered around trust, flexibility, and long-term career development

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