Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

Overview:

A JAB Recruitment client is seeking an experienced FP&A Director to lead financial planning, analysis, and accounting support for our global Rig Capital Equipment business. This role will drive forecasting, reporting, and strategic insights to support growth, and profitability. This role will partner with the Capital Equipment operations team, and this business group manufactures heavy equipment for land rigs and offshore rigs. The Director will manage a team of 22-24 individuals which includes cost accountants and project accountants.

Please note:

The client has high preference candidates local to Houston, TX. Would consider non-local if open to relocate.

Schedule:

100% on-site, Monday - Friday, 8AM to 5PM (May have option for a hybrid schedule in the future)

Travel:

25-30% annually (domestic & international)

Main duties & responsibilities:

- Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of project accountants, cost accountants, and financial analysts supporting manufacturing facilities across Rig Technology.

- Drive 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 increase profitability, optimize costs, and improve operational efficiency.

- Support internal and external audit processes, ensuring compliance with financial policies, standards, and regulations.

- Lead initiatives to improve accuracy, timeliness, and transparency of financial reporting.

- Implement and enhance processes, tools, and systems to streamline forecasting, project tracking, and performance measurement.

- Collaborate on cross-functional special projects, providing financial leadership and insights to support strategic decision-making.

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 & analysis (FP&A).

- Demonstrated expertise in US GAAP with a solid understanding of financial controls and compliance.

- Proven track record of delivering results and effectively partnering with stakeholders at all organizational levels.

- Exceptional 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 a plus.

- Strong commitment to meeting deadlines, customer requirements, and organizational priorities.

- Experience leading process improvement initiatives, including the use of automation tools (e.g., Alteryx, Power Query) to enhance efficiency and accuracy.