Senior Financial Analyst

Leading global tech manufacturer has a need for a Senior Financial Analyst Role is 3 days per week in office in southwest Houston Senior Financial Analyst - Operations Very advanced benefit package Keys 4+ years of FP&A or operations finance experience (manufacturing required) Good understanding of cost accounting / analysis (standard costing, inventory, variance analysis, PPV, gross margin, etc.) Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills ERP experience (SAP or Oracle preferred) Experience with Power BI or Tableau or SQL Note This position is a mix of FP&A and cost analysis to support operations. This is more than reporting. You’ll directly influence operational strategy, capital investments, and financial performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. If you thrive on turning operational data into financial insight and want to partner closely with leaders to drive measurable impact, this is the role for you. Lead annual operating and capital budgeting processes Own forecasting cycles and deliver detailed variance analysis Build financial models to support scenario planning and capital investments Job Description We are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst – Operations FP&A Business Partner to join our team. This is a high-impact role at the intersection of finance and operations, partnering closely with manufacturing and supply chain leaders to connect operational performance with financial results. You’ll serve as a strategic finance partner to operations—bringing strong cost accounting fundamentals, sharp analytical thinking, and business insight to drive profitability, cost transparency, and smarter decision-making. Lead annual operating and capital budgeting processes Own forecasting cycles and deliver detailed variance analysis Build financial models to support scenario planning and capital investments Cost Accounting / Analysis Analyze manufacturing performance, COGS trends, overhead absorption, and inventory impacts Operational Analytics & Insights Develop and track KPIs across cost, efficiency, throughput, and quality Maintain dashboards (Power BI / Tableau) that translate data into actionable insights Identify operational risks and opportunities with clear financial impact Strategic Business Partnership Act as the primary finance advisor to operations and supply chain leaders Develop ROI, payback, and NPV models for equipment and process investments Present concise, data-driven recommendations to senior leadership Enhance forecasting accuracy and reporting efficiency Streamline financial processes and improve governance across operations Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Engineering, or related field 4+ years of FP&A or operations finance experience (manufacturing required) Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills ERP experience (SAP or Oracle preferred) Experience with Power BI or Tableau Ability to simplify complex financial data and influence cross-functional teams #J-18808-Ljbffr