Linde · 1 day ago
Director of Financial Planning & Analysis
The Woodlands, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
10+ years expLinde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company, and they are seeking a Director of Financial Planning & Analysis. This role is responsible for driving financial performance, reporting excellence, and informed decision-making across the organization while collaborating closely with finance teams.
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Responsibilities
Lead the preparation and consolidation of company-wide financial reports (monthly, quarterly, annual)
Deliver insightful analyses and executive presentations for senior leadership
Ensure accuracy, consistency, and clarity in management reporting
Provide variance analysis and commentary on key performance drivers, risks, and opportunities
Manage the annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and long-range planning cycles
Coordinate with regional FP&A teams to align corporate and local forecasts
Enhance financial models and reporting frameworks for greater efficiency and accuracy
Drive standardization and automation across FP&A processes
Identify and implement best practices in financial planning and reporting
Partner with IT to improve FP&A tools, data integrity, and reporting capabilities
Build and maintain KPI frameworks and dashboards for enterprise-wide visibility
Monitor post-investment performance and ensure disciplined capital allocation
Support with financial evaluation of capital investments, acquisitions, and strategic initiatives
Collaborate with senior leaders across Finance, Operations, and Business Units
Translate complex financial data into actionable insights for diverse audiences
Mentor and develop FP&A professionals, fostering a culture of analytical excellence
Drive business performance in accordance with goals established by senior management
Build and mentor a high-performing FP&A team
Foster a culture of accountability, analytical rigor, and business partnership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA/CPA preferred)
10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related disciplines, including experience in a multi-entity or global organization
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Hyperion, JD Edwards, or similar ERP/OLAP systems preferred
Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to partner with cross-functional teams and influence decision-making
Experience in process improvement and change management
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Willingness to travel as necessary (up to 25%)
Strong strategic thinking and business acumen
Advanced financial modeling and quantitative analysis capabilities
Exceptional communication and executive presentation skills
Proven ability to influence and collaborate across diverse teams and geographies
Experience with enterprise financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion) and analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
Highly organized with a focus on accuracy, process discipline, and continuous improvement
Preferred
MBA/CPA preferred
Experience with Hyperion, JD Edwards, or similar ERP/OLAP systems preferred
Benefits
Health, dental, disability, and life insurance
Paid holidays and vacation
401(k) matching
Pension benefits
An employee discount program
Opportunities for educational and professional growth
Company
Linde
Linde is an engineering company that supplies industrial, process, and specialty gases. It is a sub-organization of Linde Advanced Material Technologies.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$889.66M2025-02-18Post Ipo Debt· $889.66M
2018-10-29IPO
2007-05-31Acquired
Leadership Team
Sanjiv Lamba
Chief Executive Officer
Sean Durbin
Chief Operating Officer
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