AMPP: Association for Materials Protection and Performance · 16 hours ago
Financial Planning and Analysis Specialist
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAMPP: Association for Materials Protection and Performance is the global authority in corrosion and coatings, dedicated to advancing materials performance and safeguarding vital infrastructure. The FP&A Analyst plays a critical role in financial planning, forecasting, and strategic decision-making, managing budgeting processes and providing insights into financial performance to support company objectives.
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Hiring Manager
Jennifer Colunga
Responsibilities
Performs complex statistical, cost, and financial analysis of data reported in the various accounting systems
Leads the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes, ensuring alignment with company objectives
Analyzes financial performance against key metrics and provides actionable insights to senior management
Supports leadership in developing business models for evaluating return on investment (ROI), conducting variance analysis, and assessing the financial feasibility of capital expenditures, new projects, and growth initiatives
Assists with monthly and quarterly financial reviews, presenting findings to senior management, the CFO, and other stakeholders
Recreates and refines budgeting processes annually due to significant company changes, requiring adaptability and process development expertise
Provides forecasting insight and delivers bookings forecasts for the global organization
Partners with the sales organization to analyze the pipeline, assess risks and opportunities, and ensure revenue alignment
Manages the tracking and performance reporting of Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR), ensuring accuracy in financial projections
Develop financial models, dashboards, and key performance indicator (KPI) reports to track company performance
Monitors monthly financial results, identifying and summarizing key variances by profit and cost centers
Evaluates if the system can recommend an annual performance rating score based on monthly completed projects, errors, and deadline adherence
Conducts ad hoc financial analysis to assist leadership in key decision-making
Serves as the liaison for all business units, ensuring alignment between finance, operations, and executive leadership
Works closely with the Corporate Controller and accounting team to support financial reporting
Acts as the communication hub for finance-related concerns across all departments, ensuring smooth cross-functional collaboration
Identifies opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements in financial reporting and budgeting
Assesses and recommend financial planning software or tools that could enhance forecasting and business analysis
Works with IT and finance leadership to ensure data accuracy and integration with NetSuite, Paycom, and other financial platforms
Identify gaps in financial systems and proactively recommend solutions to optimize financial workflows
Overseas cash flow forecasting and working capital optimization to ensure liquidity and financial health
Examine cost-saving initiatives by identifying areas for operational efficiency improvements
Provide financial insights for global operations, ensuring compliance with regional tax, reporting, and regulatory requirements
Works closely with international teams to align financial planning and reporting across different regions
Ensure currency fluctuation risks and foreign exchange impact are considered in financial projections and forecasts
Facilitates the development of financial KPIs that align with business goals, providing recommendations for continuous improvement
Delivers financial insights are effectively communicated to Chiefs, board members, and key stakeholders
Perform quarterly and annual business reviews, detailing financial performance, trends, and strategic recommendations
Partners with department heads to track spending, optimize resource allocation, and align financial plans with strategic objectives
Leads cost-benefit analyses for new business initiatives, helping teams evaluate feasibility before implementation
Determines areas for operational efficiencies, ensuring the company maintains strong cost control measures
Qualification
Required
Must be a self-guiding problem solver who can independently develop solutions when given limited direction
Proven ability to develop financial models, processes, and reporting structures from scratch
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret financial data and present actionable insights
Must be able to operate in a dynamic environment where priorities shift, requiring adaptability and critical thinking
Significant experience working with corporate budgeting, forecasting, and performing variance analysis
Ability to develop rolling balance sheets, cash flow statements, and revenue projections
Familiarity with financial planning software and industry best practices
Must be an approachable and effective communicator who can translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights
Strong ability to collaborate with Chiefs and department heads
Comfortable working in cross-functional teams and handling high-visibility projects
Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or economics is required
5+ years of FP&A experience with demonstrated financial analysis and planning expertise is required
Understanding of accounting principles (financial statements, debits/credits) is strongly recommended
Capacity to read, interpret, and analyze business periodicals, professional journals, technical documents, and regulatory guidelines
Strong business writing skills for drafting reports, business correspondence, and procedural documentation
Possess the ability to effectively present complex financial data to executives, managers, employees, and external stakeholders in a clear and engaging manner
Proficient in performing financial calculations such as discounts, interest rates, and commissions
Ability to apply mathematical concepts including fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to business scenarios
Strong capability to develop and interpret financial graphs, models, and statistical data
Expertise in solving practical problems and handling diverse financial scenarios with limited standardization
Capable of interpreting various instructions presented in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information effectively
Mastery to evaluate team performance and provide direction in a leadership capacity
Experience working in a fast-paced, multitasking environment, balancing multiple priorities and deadlines
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, with a strong grasp of financial modeling and analysis
Proficiency to learn and adapt to organization-specific software and tools
Preferred
Experience with constantly evolving budgeting processes due to business changes is highly preferred
MBA and CGMA designations are pluses
Familiarity with ERP and financial planning systems (e.g., NetSuite, Paycom) is preferred
Company
AMPP: Association for Materials Protection and Performance
Protecting what matters.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
2025-06-09Grant
Leadership Team
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Eliina Lizarraga
Senior Director, Media, Publishing and Sales
Recent News
EIN Presswire
2026-01-07
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