Manager, FP&A

Qcells USA Corp.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanwha Qcells USA Corp serves as a leading provider of turnkey solar PV and BESS solutions with a strong FP&A function in Houston. The Manager, FP&A will own annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-range models to support data-driven decisions.

This role reports to the Sr. Director of FP&A and requires collaboration with Corporate Finance, Operations, and Development teams. Hybrid work in Houston, TX with travel up to 10% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting (CPA preferred).
• 5–8 years in FP&A, accounting, or corporate finance with project-based experience.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• ERP experience (SAP or equivalent).
• Strong US GAAP knowledge including ASC 606 and project accounting.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.

Responsibilities

• Drive the development and consolidation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-range financial models.
• Deliver executive-ready insights on P&L performance, variance drivers, and business trends.
• Partner with Business Planning, Operations, and Corporate Finance to align forecasts with revenue recognition and project timelines.
• Build and maintain dashboards, KPIs, and reporting packages for leadership.
• Support M&A activities, scenario modeling, and strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with accounting to ensure actuals are properly booked and reconciled with forecasts.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the Sr. Director of FP&A.
• Regular attendance is required per company policy.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial modeling

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Description

Title: Manager, FP&A
Department: Business Planning and Control - FP&A
Location: Houston, TX
Supervisor: Sr. Director of FP&A
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Status: Permanent, Full-time
Work Status: Hybrid

Manager, FP&A

Hanwha Qcells USA Corp (Qcells USA), headquartered in Houston, CA, specializes in providing utility-scale modules, solar photovoltaic (PV), and battery energy storage systems (BESS) project development, along with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services for solar and BESS projects nationwide. Qcells USA delivers comprehensive turnkey solutions encompassing the entire utility-scale project lifecycle. By choosing Qcells USA for turnkey solutions, customers can reduce uncertainty and risk, leading to enhanced investment returns and contributing to a more sustainable future.

Qcells USA’s complete turnkey solutions seamlessly integrate the expertise of our Development, Module, and EPC teams, while ensuring close coordination with other vital internal groups such as Project Finance, Systems Integration, and Legal. This collaborative approach ensures that Qcells USA projects deliver exceptional value and performance. With several multi-billion-dollar investments, Qcells is pioneering the establishment of the only complete module supply chain in the U.S., including the expansion of our Georgia module manufacturing facility, which stands as the largest in the Western Hemisphere.

As an integral part of the global Qcells brand, Qcells USA benefits from a legacy of excellence in photovoltaic manufacturing. Qcells is renowned worldwide for its high-performance, superior-quality solar cells and modules. With dual headquarters in Seoul, South Korea (Global Executive HQ) and Thalheim, Germany (Technology & Innovation HQ), Qcells operates under the umbrella of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 company and one of the top 8 business conglomerates in South Korea.

SUMMARY

The Manager of FP&A serves as a key strategic partner within the Finance organization, providing financial planning, forecasting, and analytical expertise to support data-driven decision-making across Qcells USA. This role reports directly to the Sr. Director of FP&A Management or another management that the CEO of the company may designate. This position is hybrid located in Houston, TX, office reporting to the office of to 4 days per week. Working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00am to 5:00pm or 9:00am to 6:00am local time. This position as expected to travel 10%.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive the development and consolidation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-range financial models, taking full ownership of deliverables.
• Deliver executive-ready insights on P&L performance, variance drivers, and business trends to support decision-making.
• Partner with Business Planning, Operations, and Corporate Finance to align forecasts with revenue recognition and project timelines.
• Build and maintain key dashboards, KPIs, and financial reporting packages for leadership.
• Support M&A activities, scenario modeling, and strategic initiatives as needed.
• Collaborate closely with accounting to ensure actuals are properly booked and reconciled against forecasts.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the Sr. Director of FP&A.
• Regular attendance, in accordance with company’s attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential duty requirement for this position.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (CPA preferred).
• 5-8 years of progressive experience in FP&A, accounting, or corporate finance, with strong experience in project-based businesses, preferably within EPC or construction-related industries.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• ERP systems experience (SAP or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, including ASC 606 revenue recognition and project accounting principles.
• Excellent communication and strong presentation skills for stakeholders.
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.

EXAMPLES OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Stationary Position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting up to 8 hours in a day.
• Move/Traverse: infrequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk.
• Carry Weight: infrequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10 pounds.
• Hearing and Speech: frequently communicates with the ability to hear and talk on a regular basis with employees, coworkers, and all personnel matters; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and office objects near and far.
• Climb: occasionally ascends/descends on stairway to get to office upper and lower floors.
• Travel: up to 10% as needed.

EXAMPLES OF WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regular professional, office business setting.
• Noise level ranges from low to moderate (if in office setting).
• Noise level ranges from moderate to high (if on construction worksite).
• Under the Office Mobilization Plan (OMP) policy, the role may transition to an onsite or hybrid arrangement, as determined by business needs and the Head of Department.

Hanwha Qcells is proud to be an at-will Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status and any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

It is important to note that the job descriptions provided by Qcells USA Corp are not intended to be comprehensive lists of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the positions. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice, reflecting our dynamic and evolving work environment.

We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Hanwha Qcells will provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations at [e-mail].