Finance Manager - FP&A Operations

bakerhughes; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Hughes in Houston, TX, is seeking a Finance Manager - FP&A Operations to ensure GAAP-compliant financial statements for the North America Offshore region and to oversee the 3-year plan, budget, and forecasts. The role defines KPIs, analyzes profitability and cash generation, advises functional leaders, and leads medium-sized projects.

Expect quarter-end intensity and opportunities to influence cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or equivalent with 3 years finance experience).
• SAP/HFM/Anaplan/cFIN working knowledge preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
• Excellent MS Office skills (Excel, Word and Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and ensure GAAP-compliant financial statements for the North America Offshore region.
• Manage the 3-year plan, budget, and forecasts; define KPIs across Operations, MFG., R&D, ENG, and Supply Chain.
• Advise functional managers on approaches, processes, and profitability analyses; support NA Ops Leaders with revenue analysis.
• Lead medium-sized projects or major contributions with 2–12 month impact horizons.
• Handle month-end tasks such as journal entries and reconciliations; expect extra hours during quarter ends.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership abilities

Influence and team leadership

Analytical ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

High school diploma/GED with 3 years finance experience

Tools

SAP

HFM

Anaplan

cFIN

Job description

Responsibilities, authorities and accountabilities

• Responsible for the preparation and accuracy of financial statementsin accordance with GAAP for the North America Offshore region, Drilling Services & Drilling Completion Fluids and ensuring internal controls are properly working.
• Responsible for managing the business cycle- 3-year plan, budget, forecasts at each level of the organization. Define KPIs to measure the performance in all areas of the organization- Operations, MFG., R&D, ENG, Supply Chain. Analyze the performance and propose action plans to improve profitability and cash generation as well as corrective action plans as needed.
• Advises Functional managers or other Functions regarding approaches, processes, and procedures in the own field. Support overall NA Ops Leaders with commercial finance responsibilities focused on product line and customer revenue analysis.
• Handles communication with direct colleagues and the business about approach and methods for solving complex problems.
• Leads as a project leader of medium sized projects or is a major contributor to bigger projects. Work goals typically take 3-6 months to complete and the time horizon for results/impact is typically 2-12 months after the event.
• Some of the tasks might include (but not limited): Journal entries preparation, account reconciliations, weekly revenue/margin files set up and distribution, etc.
• Due to different deadlines during month end, there will be an expectation of working extra hours, especially during quarter end.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 3 years of experience in Finance).
• SAP/HFM/Anaplan/cFIN working knowledge preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures.
• Excellent MS Office skills (Excel, Word and Outlook)

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams.
• Lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact.
• Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.
• Effective problem identification and solution skills.
• Proven analytical and organizational ability.

You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.

This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Finance Manager - FP&A Operations