Finance Manager

Finance, Banking & Legal · Banking & Investments · Financial Analysis · Actuarial Science

In short

Emerson seeks a Global FP&A Manager in Houston, TX to oversee financial planning and analysis for the Actuation Technologies business unit. This role involves partnering with finance leadership to deliver insights, evaluate performance, and support strategic decisions. The ideal candidate has 6+ years of progressive finance experience, strong analytical skills, and advanced Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

Partner with World Area and group-level finance leadership to coordinate and consolidate financial plans, forecasts, and analyses.
Lead key financial planning and review processes, including the President’s Operations Report (POR), Financial Review, President’s Councils, Value Creation Conference, Profit Review, and annual Budget Review.
Analyze and report monthly and quarterly business performance, identifying key drivers, variances, risks, and opportunities.
Develop financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses to evaluate business performance and support strategic decisions.
Prepare accurate, timely executive reports and presentations that communicate key financial results and insights.
Collaborate with Operations, Sales, Accounting, and other cross-functional teams to improve financial reporting accuracy, and business performance.
Manage the finance calendar and ensure timely, accurate completion of planning and reporting deliverables.
Monitor compliance with corporate policies, procedures, and financial controls, supporting effective asset and liability management.
Drive process improvement and automation using tools such as Power BI, Microsoft Copilot, and other AI-enabled solutions.
Lead and develop finance team members, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Respond to ad hoc management requests with timely financial analysis and actionable recommendations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, FP&A, or financial reporting.
Supervisory or team leadership experience.
Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, financial modeling, and performance management.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Proactive, self-motivated, and hands-on approach.
Ability to work independently and drive solutions.
Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.
Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Desired Qualifications

CPA certification and/or a master’s degree preferred.
Experience with Power BI, Hyperion HFM, and Oracle preferred.

Benefits

Competitive benefits plans to meet physical, mental, financial, and social needs.
Variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage.
Employee Assistance Program.
401(k).
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee resource groups.
Recognition programs.
Flexible time off plans.
Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal).
Vacation and holiday leave.

Skills

ExcelPower BIHyperion HFMOraclePowerPoint

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