Corporate FP&A, Manager

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Vantara seeks a highly analytical Corporate FP&A Manager to lead budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis across global teams, including Japan and the U.S.

The role requires fluency in English and Japanese, and willingness to relocate to Japan for 6–12 months in year one to gain exposure to local processes and strengthen alignment. A background in data-driven finance and automation is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field required.
• 5–10 years in FP&A, corporate finance, or related roles.
• Experience budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.
• Experience working in global or cross-regional environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting process and monthly/quarterly forecasting cycles.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasts and long-term planning.
• Analyze results, identify drivers, and provide actionable insights on variances, risks and opportunities.
• Prepare and deliver financial reporting packages for senior management in clear language.
• Strengthen collaboration with Japan and global teams to improve cross-regional processes.
• Leverage planning systems (SAP/Oracle/Anaplan) and AI tools to enhance forecasting and reporting.

Skills

Financial modeling

Cross-functional collaboration

English and Japanese fluent

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

MBA or CPA (a plus)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Anaplan

Job description

Corporate FP&A, ManagerSkip to main contentThis site uses cookies from Hitachi and third parties for our own business purposes and to personalize your experience. By using this site, you agree to the use of cookies. For more information, visit Hitachi Cookies Policy.#Corporate FP&A, Manager page is loaded## Corporate FP&A, ManagerApplyremote type: Hybridlocations: Remote - California, United Statestime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 9 Days Agojob requisition id: R0135248**Function**Finance# **Our Company**We’re Hitachi Vantara, the data foundation trusted by the world’s innovators. Our resilient, high-performance data infrastructure means that customers – from banks to theme parks – can focus on achieving the incredible with data.If you’ve seen the Las Vegas Sphere, you’ve seen just one example of how we empower businesses to automate, optimize, innovate – and wow their customers. Right now, we’re laying the foundation for our next wave of growth. We’re looking for people who love being part of a diverse, global team – and who get excited about making a real-world impact with data.# **Job description****Job Summary**We are seeking a highly analytical and business-oriented Corporate FP&A professional to support and enhance global financial planning and performance management processes.This role plays a critical part in driving consolidated financial insights, enabling data-driven decision-making, and strengthening cross-regional collaboration, particularly between our teams in Japan and the U.S. The ideal candidate combines strong financial acumen with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable, business-friendly insights for senior leadership, while leveraging advanced digital and AI-enabled tools to enhance productivity and efficiency.Fluency in both English and Japanese is required. Candidates must also be willing and able to relocate to Japan for approximately 6–12 months within the first year of employment to gain direct exposure to local financial processes, systems, and business practices, and to support stronger global alignment.**Key Responsibilities****Financial Planning & Forecasting*** Lead and coordinate the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting cycles (monthly, quarterly, annual)* Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasts and long-term financial planning* Support long-range planning activities and strategic financial initiatives**Performance Management & Analysis*** Drive enhancements to consolidated performance management, including P&L and profitability analysis* Analyze financial results, identify key drivers, and provide actionable insights on variances, risks, and opportunities* Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor financial performance**Reporting & Executive Communication*** Prepare and deliver financial reporting packages for senior management in clear, business-friendly language* Translate complex financial data into structured, actionable insights for non-financial audiences* Support executive-level presentations, highlighting key trends, dependencies, and risks**Global Collaboration & Process Improvement*** Strengthen collaboration with Japan and global teams to improve cross-regional consolidated performance management processes* Drive standardization and continuous improvement of FP&A processes, systems, and reporting frameworks* Partner cross-functionally with business leaders, Controllership, and regional finance teams to ensure alignment**Digital & AI-Enabled Finance*** Leverage financial planning systems and tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Anaplan) to enhance forecasting accuracy and efficiency* Utilize data automation, analytics, and AI-enabled tools to streamline reporting and improve insights generation* Identify opportunities to improve productivity through automation and adoption of emerging finance technologies* Champion best practices in data integrity, reporting automation, and digital transformation within FP&A processes**Strategic Support*** Support strategic initiatives through financial modeling, scenario analysis, and business case evaluation* Provide decision support to leadership by assessing financial implications of strategic investments and initiatives**Qualifications****Education*** Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field* MBA, CPA, or equivalent certification is a plus**Experience*** 5–10 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related roles* Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis* Experience working in a global or cross-regional environment preferred**Skills & Competencies*** Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements* Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills* Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights* Strong communication skills in English and Japanese* Ability to work effectively cross-functionally in a global matrix organization* Experience with financial planning tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Anaplan)* Familiarity with AI-enabled productivity and analytics tools to enhance financial insights and efficiency* Excellent stakeholder management and business partnering capabilities* Strong attention to detail, with a proactive and results-driven mindset**Mobility / Global Exposure Requirement*** Willingness to relocate to Japan for a period of approximately 6 to 12 months within the first year of employment* This assignment is intended to provide hands-on exposure to local financial processes, systems, and business practices, and to strengthen cross-regional collaboration and alignment across the teams*As required by the equal pay and transparency acts, the expected base salary for this position is: $150K to $190K. The expected on-target earnings for this position is: $175K to $220K**The expected pay is determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, depth of experience in the practice area. Employees are eligible to participate in Hitachi Vantara’s bonus/variable/commission pay programs,**where applicable, and are subject to the program’s conditions and restrictions.*#LI-JT1