Position Summary:
The role of a senior FP&A analyst is to support financial planning, consolidation, and performance management across North America region, including multiple manufacturing plants, R&D center, and headquarters functions in the U.S. and Mexico.
This role sits at the intersection of finance, operations, and data/analytics, playing a key role in consolidating regional financials, enhancing forecasting through automation and advanced analytics, and supporting strategic decision-making across functions including Operations, Sales, Purchasing, and R&D.
Responsibilities:
1. Regional Financial Planning & Analysis
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Support the annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and long-range strategic planning processes for North America.
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Partner with business leaders to understand key operational drivers (volume, pricing, material cost, labor, overhead) and translate them into financial projections.
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Perform variance analysis (actual vs. plan/forecast/prior year) with clear insights and actionable recommendations.
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Support ad hoc financial analysis related to cost optimization, margin improvement, and investment decisions.
2. Financial Consolidation (U.S. & Mexico Operations)
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Consolidate financial results across multiple manufacturing sites, R&D center, and HQ functions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
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Manage intercompany eliminations, multi-currency considerations, and alignment to corporate reporting standards.
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Standardize data structures and reporting templates across sites.
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Work closely with plant controllers and central finance teams to ensure consistency in reporting and assumptions.
3. Data Automation & Advanced Analytics
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Develop and implement automated processes for financial data collection, consolidation, and reporting (reducing manual Excel-based work).
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Utilize tools such as SQL, Python, Palantir, Power BI, or similar to build scalable reporting and dashboard solutions.
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Support the application of AI/advanced analytics to improve forecast accuracy, identify trends, and enable predictive insights (e.g., cost drivers, demand patterns).
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Collaborate with IT and data teams to improve data quality, integration (ERP systems), and governance.
4. Cross-Functional Business Partnering
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Liaise with other central controllers and act as a finance partner to:
- Operations: plant performance, cost control, efficiency initiatives
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Sales: pricing, customer profitability, volume planning
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Purchasing: material cost analysis, supplier impact
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R&D: project tracking, investment evaluation
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Provide financial visibility and insights to support decision-making across functions.
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Communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
5. Strategic Modeling & Decision Support
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Build and maintain financial models for:
- Customer programs and product profitability
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Capital investments and capacity expansion
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Cost reduction and restructuring initiatives
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Conduct scenario and sensitivity analyses to support strategic planning and risk management.
Commitment to the highest ethical standards and adherence to:
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Faurecia Group Code of Ethics
- Faurecia Group Code of Management
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Faurecia Group Environmental Policy
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Faurecia Group Quality Policy
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All other duties as assigned by the company
Position Specifications:
Knowledge / Skills:
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Strong financial modeling and Excel skills (advanced level required).
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Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
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Proficiency in data and automation tools:
- SQL, Python, or similar (preferred)
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Power BI / Tableau or equivalent visualization tools
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Exposure to AI-driven forecasting or analytics is a strong plus.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
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Ability to manage large datasets and translate them into insights.
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Effective communication and stakeholder management across functions and cultures.
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Self-starter with continuous improvement mindset and adaptability in a traditional but evolving environment.
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Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven manufacturing setting.
Education / Experience:
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Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA/CPA/CMA preferred but not required).
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Senior Analyst: 3–6 years of experience
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Prior experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably automotive or industrial.
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Experience working in multi-site and cross-border (U.S./Mexico) environments preferred.
