Senior Financial Analyst - Close and Consolidation (CFR)

HP•Houston, TX

20h

About The Position

Senior Financial Analyst - Close and Consolidation (CFR) Description - Job Summary This role is responsible for leading and providing expertise to project teams, participating in cross-functional initiatives, and guiding process improvements and policy establishment. The role collaborates with business leaders to influence strategic decision-making and conducts complex financial analysis to achieve objectives effectively. The role also represents the business unit and the organization as needed, builds productive relationships, and mentors lower-level employees. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced finance professional to join CFR- Close and consolidation team at an expert level. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of financial principles, exceptional analytical skills, and a proven track record of success in managing complex financial operations and presenting to senior management. Responsibilities Leads and/or provides expertise to functional project teams and participates in cross-functional initiatives. Acts as an expert providing direction and guidance to process improvements and establishing policies. Collaborates with business leaders to guide and influence strategic decision-making within a broad scope. Performs complex and occasionally highly complex financial analysis for a financial function or business, utilizing strong business understanding to achieve objectives effectively. Leads and drives business initiatives, overseeing analysts across multiple sub-functions within finance. Forecasts financial results within a broad scope and identifies opportunities for process improvement and policy development, actively engaging in their design and implementation. Represents the business unit during cross-regional or cross-functional planning processes. Represents the organization to external customers and clients. Applies advanced subject matter knowledge, leads, and contributes to complex projects, and exercises independent judgment in resolving business issues and establishing policies. Develops and builds productive internal/external working relationships and provides mentoring and guidance to lower-level employees. Preparation, consolidation and presentation of five day estimate to senior management. Conduct thorough reviews of external and management reporting to ensure accuracy and compliance. Provide support for closing related issues and work collaboratively to streamline processes. Preparation of consolidated segmented balance sheet. Develop and implement strategies to optimize financial performance and efficiency. Prepare detailed financial reports and present findings to senior management. Ensuring all documentation is as per SOX guidelines and controls are in green status.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
Typically has 7-10 years of work experience, preferably in financial management, internal audit, accounting, with a focus on high-level financial analysis and management.
Proficiency in financial software and tools, including advanced Excel skills.
Strong communication skills and the ability to present complex financial data clearly.
Excellent problem-solving abilities and strategic thinking.
Accounting
Auditing
Automation
Corporate Finance
Data Analysis
Economics
Finance
Financial Analysis
Financial Modeling
Financial Planning
Financial Services
Financial Statements
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Internal Controls
Investments
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Process Improvement
Profit And Loss (P&L) Management
SAP Applications
Variance Analysis
Effective Communication
Results Orientation
Learning Agility
Digital Fluency
Customer Centricity
Impacts function and leads and/or provides expertise to functional project teams and may participate in cross-functional initiatives.
Works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of multiple factors.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Certified Financial Analyst (CFA)

Responsibilities

Leads and/or provides expertise to functional project teams and participates in cross-functional initiatives.
Acts as an expert providing direction and guidance to process improvements and establishing policies.
Collaborates with business leaders to guide and influence strategic decision-making within a broad scope.
Performs complex and occasionally highly complex financial analysis for a financial function or business, utilizing strong business understanding to achieve objectives effectively.
Leads and drives business initiatives, overseeing analysts across multiple sub-functions within finance.
Forecasts financial results within a broad scope and identifies opportunities for process improvement and policy development, actively engaging in their design and implementation.
Represents the business unit during cross-regional or cross-functional planning processes.
Represents the organization to external customers and clients.
Applies advanced subject matter knowledge, leads, and contributes to complex projects, and exercises independent judgment in resolving business issues and establishing policies.
Develops and builds productive internal/external working relationships and provides mentoring and guidance to lower-level employees.
Preparation, consolidation and presentation of five day estimate to senior management.
Conduct thorough reviews of external and management reporting to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Provide support for closing related issues and work collaboratively to streamline processes.
Preparation of consolidated segmented balance sheet.
Develop and implement strategies to optimize financial performance and efficiency.
Prepare detailed financial reports and present findings to senior management.
Ensuring all documentation is as per SOX guidelines and controls are in green status.

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Long term/short term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Generous time off policies, including; 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
11 paid holidays
Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave