Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist

Itron, Inc.; Liberty Lake (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Financial benefits

Health & wellbeing programs

401k matching

Employee stock purchase program

Hybrid work schedule

Paid vacations

Paid internships, co-op and Apprentice

Job summary

Itron, Inc. is seeking a strategic finance partner for the Outcomes Research & Development organization in the Utilities & Energy sector. You’ll own end-to-end planning across actuals, budgets, forecasts, and long-range plans to enable innovation and value creation.

Work with PMO, engineering, and senior leaders to align resources, monitor portfolio health, and drive continuous improvement. The role demands strong analytics, cross-functional collaboration, and clear, customer-focused financial

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related business discipline.
• 3–5 years of experience in FP&A, strategic finance, or a related analytical finance role.
• Demonstrated ability to partner authentically with cross-functional stakeholders and influence decision-making through data-driven insights.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of accountability and attention to detail.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment while managing multiple priorities with agility.
• Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Act as an accountable finance partner to the global R&D organization, supporting innovation initiatives that deliver long-term customer and business value in the Utilities & Energy sector.
• Prepare, analyze, and present monthly and quarterly financial reporting for global R&D spend, highlighting key drivers, variances, risks, and opportunities, and recommending agile corrective actions when needed.
• Lead and support the development of annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-range plans for R&D, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities, innovation roadmaps, and customer outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement of R&D budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes, increasing transparency, efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Analyze R&D investment profiles at the project and portfolio level, evaluating spend efficiency, portfolio health, and the financial impact of new product development and innovation pipelines.
• Develop, maintain, and refine financial models that support scenario planning, investment governance, and executive-level decision-making.
• Partner closely with global R&D leaders, engineering teams, and the PMO to incorporate project updates, resource changes, and timeline shifts into financial plans and forecasts.
• Collaborate with R&D operating expense owners to ensure accurate forecasting, insightful variance analysis, and disciplined financial management tied to key strategic initiatives.
• Manage ad hoc reporting and analysis requests, validate data inputs, resolve discrepancies, and uphold high standards of financial accuracy and integrity.
• Support and lead strategic and operational initiatives related to R&D transformation, resource planning, and investment optimization, acting as a proactive change agent.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Cross-functional partnership

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related business discipline

MBA (preferred)

Tools

Power BI

Oracle Cloud EPM Planning

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us. This role serves as a strategic finance partner to the Outcomes Research & Development (R&D) organization, enabling innovation and value creation within a technology-driven Utilities & Energy environment. The position provides end-to-end financial planning, analysis, and operational support across actuals, budgets, forecasts, and long-range plans. By delivering clear insights, scalable planning tools, and scenario-based analysis, this role helps R&D leaders make informed, customer-centric investment decisions. The role collaborates closely with the Project Management Office (PMO), engineering, and senior R&D and corporate leaders to support effective resource allocation, portfolio health, and continuous improvement.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Act as an accountable finance partner to the global R&D organization, supporting innovation initiatives that deliver long-term customer and business value in the Utilities & Energy sector.
• Prepare, analyze, and present monthly and quarterly financial reporting for global R&D spend, highlighting key drivers, variances, risks, and opportunities, and recommending agile corrective actions when needed.
• Lead and support the development of annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-range plans for R&D, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities, innovation roadmaps, and customer outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement of R&D budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes, increasing transparency, efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Analyze R&D investment profiles at the project and portfolio level, evaluating spend efficiency, portfolio health, and the financial impact of new product development and innovation pipelines.
• Develop, maintain, and refine financial models that support scenario planning, investment governance, and executive-level decision-making.
• Partner closely with global R&D leaders, engineering teams, and the PMO to incorporate project updates, resource changes, and timeline shifts into financial plans and forecasts.
• Collaborate with R&D operating expense owners to ensure accurate forecasting, insightful variance analysis, and disciplined financial management tied to key strategic initiatives.
• Manage ad hoc reporting and analysis requests, validate data inputs, resolve discrepancies, and uphold high standards of financial accuracy and integrity.
• Support and lead strategic and operational initiatives related to R&D transformation, resource planning, and investment optimization, acting as a proactive change agent.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related business discipline.
• 3–5 years of experience in FP&A, strategic finance, or a related analytical finance role.
• Demonstrated ability to partner authentically with cross-functional stakeholders and influence decision-making through data-driven insights.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of accountability and attention to detail.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment while managing multiple priorities with agility.
• Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information to diverse audiences.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• MBA and/or PMP certification.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; experience with Power BI preferred.
• Advanced working knowledge of Oracle Cloud EPM Planning or a similar cube-based planning and reporting platform.
• Experience building and managing financial models to drive insight, support scenario planning, and identify optimization opportunities.
• Comfort challenging the status quo, influencing change, and driving continuous improvement in a collaborative, innovative culture.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to drive progress in a hybrid work environment (virtual and in-office).

Benefits

• financial, social, health and wellbeing programs
• paid vacation
• 401k matching
• employee stock purchase program
• hybrid work schedule
• paid internships, co-op and apprenticeships
• generous and flexible paid time off (Variable by location or position)
• employee resource groups: iBelong program
• hear from our employees @ Itron Careers

The base salary is $75,000-124,500 annually. This position is eligible for our annual bonus program.

Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees.

Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email [e-mail].

Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world: www.itron.com

Our broad solution portfolio allows our customers to better manage energy and water for a sustainable future. Our innovative, next-generation utility and smart-city solutions help build resilient communities around the world. You can build your career here and do work that truly matters. Learn more about Itron here.

5000+ global employees Products and solutions deployed in 100+ countries Headquarters: Liberty Lake, Washington, USA Publicly traded: ITRI ESG goals and achievements Award-winning workplace Inclusion-first work culture Commitment to employee growth and development: iGrow program Employee resource groups*: iBelong program Paid internships, co-op and apprenticeships Generous and flexible paid time off* *Variable by location or position Hear from our Employees @ Itron Careers