FP&A Manager

Overview Group 1 Automotive, Inc., an international, Fortune 250 automotive retailer and a leading operator in the automotive retailing industry, is seekingan experienced and dynamic FP&A Manager to join our team. Group 1 Automotive owns and operates automotive dealerships and collision centers in the United States and United Kingdom. We offer our associates a team environment, great benefits and ongoing training and support. If you are in alignment with our values of integrity, transparency, professionalism, teamwork, and respect - now might be the time for you to accelerate your career as part of the best company in automotive retail. This is a high-ownership FP&A role at a publicly traded company, with direct visibility to senior leadership and meaningful influence over how financial results are understood and communicated across the business. You will own planning and forecasting, including the models and outputs that drive decision-making, and serve as a financial partner to department heads and executives. This role operates with a high degree of autonomy, working alongside an analyst and reporting to the Director of FP&A, with the opportunity to expand scope and influence over time. The environment includes structured quarterly cycles and frequent ad hoc analysis, including support for board-level materials. Houston-based role with an in-office model and flexibility outside of peak periods. This role is well suited for an experienced finance professional who is equally comfortable in the details and in the room with leadership. Responsibilities Own the annual budget, forecasting cycles, and long-range planning, including core models, executive reporting, and board-level materials Analyze financial and operational performance through variance analysis and KPI tracking; identify trends and deliver recommendations that influence strategic and capital allocation decisions Partner directly with senior leadership and department heads to challenge assumptions, evaluate trade-offs, and support ad hoc analysis and strategic initiatives Drive continuous improvement in forecasting accuracy, planning processes, and data integrity across systems and reporting Qualifications 8+ years of FP&A or related finance experience with demonstrated ownership of budgeting and forecasting processes; public company experience strongly preferred Strong financial modeling skills and command of financial statements and business drivers Clear communicator; able to translate complex data into actionable insights for non-financial leaders Advanced Excel and PowerPoint required; Oracle HFM, Essbase, ERP, or EPM Planning a plus Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; CFA or CPA a plus *All applicants must pass pre-employment testing to include: background checks, MVR, and drug testing in order to qualify for employment* Group 1 Automotive is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify #J-18808-Ljbffr Group1 Automotive, Inc.