Cypress HCM
Director of Financial Planning and Analysis
Cypress HCM, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Director of Financial Planning and Analysis
Base pay range: $155,000/year - $175,000/year
The Director of Finance – FP&A will lead financial planning, analysis, and accounting support for a global capital equipment business. This role is responsible for driving forecasting, reporting, and strategic insights to support growth and profitability.
Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of project accountants, cost accountants, and financial analysts.
Manage financial planning and analysis (FP&A) processes, including forecasting, budgeting, and reporting for complex global revenue streams and long‑term projects.
Present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results versus forecast to senior leadership, providing clear insights and actionable recommendations.
Partner with operations and regional leadership to develop annual plans, forecast adjustments, and profitability analyses by product line and geography.
Oversee project accounting for percentage‑of‑completion contracts, ensuring accurate revenue recognition and financial controls.
Provide data‑driven analytics and scenario modeling to identify opportunities to improve profitability, optimize costs, and enhance operational efficiency.
Support internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with financial policies, standards, and regulations.
Lead initiatives to improve the accuracy, timeliness, and transparency of financial reporting.
Implement and refine processes, tools, and systems to streamline forecasting, project tracking, and performance measurement.
Collaborate on cross‑functional strategic projects, providing financial leadership and insights to support key business decisions.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA and/or MBA strongly preferred.
10+ years of progressive experience in accounting and/or financial planning and analysis (FP&A).
Deep understanding of US GAAP, financial controls, and compliance.
Proven ability to deliver results and partner effectively across all organizational levels.
Excellent communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with Hyperion Financial Management and/or Oracle preferred.
Strong commitment to meeting deadlines and organizational priorities.
Experience leading process improvement initiatives and leveraging automation tools (e.g., Alteryx, Power Query) to increase efficiency and accuracy.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Management
Industries Manufacturing and Oil and Gas
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The Director of Finance – FP&A will lead financial planning, analysis, and accounting support for a global capital equipment business. This role is responsible for driving forecasting, reporting, and strategic insights to support growth and profitability.
Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of project accountants, cost accountants, and financial analysts.
Manage financial planning and analysis (FP&A) processes, including forecasting, budgeting, and reporting for complex global revenue streams and long‑term projects.
Present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results versus forecast to senior leadership, providing clear insights and actionable recommendations.
Partner with operations and regional leadership to develop annual plans, forecast adjustments, and profitability analyses by product line and geography.
Oversee project accounting for percentage‑of‑completion contracts, ensuring accurate revenue recognition and financial controls.
Provide data‑driven analytics and scenario modeling to identify opportunities to improve profitability, optimize costs, and enhance operational efficiency.
Support internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with financial policies, standards, and regulations.
Lead initiatives to improve the accuracy, timeliness, and transparency of financial reporting.
Implement and refine processes, tools, and systems to streamline forecasting, project tracking, and performance measurement.
Collaborate on cross‑functional strategic projects, providing financial leadership and insights to support key business decisions.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA and/or MBA strongly preferred.
10+ years of progressive experience in accounting and/or financial planning and analysis (FP&A).
Deep understanding of US GAAP, financial controls, and compliance.
Proven ability to deliver results and partner effectively across all organizational levels.
Excellent communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with Hyperion Financial Management and/or Oracle preferred.
Strong commitment to meeting deadlines and organizational priorities.
Experience leading process improvement initiatives and leveraging automation tools (e.g., Alteryx, Power Query) to increase efficiency and accuracy.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Management
Industries Manufacturing and Oil and Gas
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