Sr. Financial Analyst

Job Details

Senior Financial Analyst – FP&A (US & Canada Operations)

Location: Houston, TX (Local Candidates Only – No Relocation Offered)
Schedule: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Hybrid: 2 Remote Flex Days (Any day except Monday & Friday)
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Bonus: 10% ICP
Travel: Quarterly travel (Texas & Canada) – expenses covered
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
NO C2C

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The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the VP of Finance, this highly visible role supports US and Canada operations across Coating and Inspection business units. This position goes beyond traditional accounting — it requires a strategic finance professional who can operate in ambiguity, drive forecasting accuracy, influence operational leadership, and identify root causes to improve business performance.

The ideal candidate thrives more in the “unknown” than the “known” and brings strong forecasting experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

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Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Partnership

• Partner with Regional Operations leadership to support financial decision-making

• Serve as liaison between operations and accounting/GL teams

• Provide financial insight related to restructures, expansions, and acquisitions

Forecasting & Planning

• Lead monthly forecasting, mid-year, and annual planning processes

• Support working capital forecasting and reporting

• Develop financial models for CAPEX, M&A, divestitures, and expansion initiatives

• Provide detailed variance analysis against budget and forecast

Operational & Financial Analysis

• Analyze revenues, margins, operating profit, capital expenditures, and balance sheet activity

• Perform break-even and cost basis analysis

• Conduct root cause analysis and recommend solutions

• Monitor inventory health and cycle count processes

• Support monthly close process and flash reporting

• Review P&L and balance sheet accounts; resolve discrepancies

Controls & Compliance

• Ensure accuracy of financial data and accounting controls

• Support collection process oversight

• Assist with global finance projects and reporting initiatives

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Top Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of FP&A or Accounting experience

• Minimum 3+ years of forecasting experience

• Strong intermediate Excel skills (3+ years)

• Ability to operate strategically and drive business decisions

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• Highly analytical and detail-oriented

• Stable work tenure (no frequent job changes)

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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment

• Experience with JDE or similar ERP systems

• Hyperion and SmartView experience

• Business Intelligence exposure

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Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
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