Financial Planning and Analyst

8 hours ago

Houston, TX, United States Baker Construction Enterprises Full time
Req ID: 6965
Travel: Up to 25%
Number of Openings: 1

Achieve more in your career with the nation's leading specialty concrete contractor. At Baker Construction, you'll be part of a team that prioritizes people, invests in their development, and offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth. In this role, you'll be integral to building the future of our country and our company. You'll collaborate across diverse teams, have a hand in significant projects, and dive headfirst into complex challenges with the best in the industry. If you are driven to do more and have the grit to follow through, you'll have everything you need to define your career on your terms.

Make a meaningful impact with a team that values ambition and rewards initiative. Apply today and be more with Baker.

Summary

The Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst (FP&A) is responsible for preparing budgets and forecasting, analyzing financial results, tracking key metrics, and contributing to process-improvement efforts that strengthen operational and financial efficiency. S/he supports Baker Construction's financial planning and performance by partnering with leaders across the business.

Roles and Responsibilities

The Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst will perform the following duties in a safe, productive, and effective manner:

Planning & Forecasting
  • Supports the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasting across the organization
  • Collaborates with operational and finance leaders to gather and validate key assumptions
  • Analyzes historical performance and market trends to strengthen financial projections
  • Delivers accurate, timely forecasts that guide strategic decision-making
Financial Analysis & Reporting
  • Conducts variance analysis to explain deviations from budget and forecast results
  • Prepares monthly management reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs)
  • Analyzes financial trends, risks, and opportunities to support strategic decision-making
  • Partners with operations, finance, and accounting teams to enhance reporting accuracy, consistency, and efficiency
SG&A and Cost Management
  • Collaborates with department leaders to effectively manage SG&A and overhead expenses
  • Monitors and reports departmental spending versus budget, highlighting variances and identifying cost-saving opportunities
  • Educates functional leaders on key financial drivers and the impact of business decisions on performance
Process Improvement & Systems
  • Identifies, recommends, and implements process improvements to increase FP&A efficiency and reporting quality
  • Drives automation initiatives leveraging BI tools and ERP systems to streamline financial workflows
  • Develops and refines performance metrics that drive accountability and operational visibility
Collaboration & Business Partnership
  • Serves as a strategic advisor by providing data-driven insights and financial guidance to business stakeholders
  • Strengthens cross-departmental communication to ensure alignment of financial objectives with operational priorities
  • Supports company-wide initiatives aimed at improving financial literacy and strategic understanding across teams
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field and 8 years' of experience in financial planning and analysis
  • Strong knowledge of financial and accounting principles (GAAP) and financial statement analysis
  • Experience with ERP systems and business intelligence (BI) tools
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization
  • Upholds the highest level of integrity and confidentiality.
  • Occasional travel to regional offices or project sites
  • Construction or project-based industry experience preferred
The following competencies are needed to successfully perform this job:
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business-related periodicals, journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations
  • Ability to prepare and write routine correspondence
  • Ability to calculate mathematical figures such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
  • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, and proportions to practical situations
  • Ability to analyze cost data and make financial projections based on the information available
  • Ability to prepare accounting and financial analyses may include, among other things, detailed cost projections, forecasts, financial models based on various scenarios, etc.
  • Ability to present information, and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and co-workers
  • Strong financial modeling and analytical skills
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
  • Ability to effectively use time-management skills to prioritize workflow to meet deadlines
  • Ability to identify, perform assessment of and develop mitigation strategies to address financial risks on the Company's significant projects
  • Ability to work independently and / or collaboratively work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

At Baker Construction, we welcome those who are driven to make things happen. Your tenacity will be rewarded with great pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities to make your mark. This is an opportunity to own your future while working alongside co-workers who are united in our purpose to build better structures and better lives. Go further with an industry leader that puts people first, honors its word, and has the grit to achieve greatness.

Baker is an EOE Disability/Veterans Employer.

Applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation for any or part of the application process may make their requests known by emailing hrtech@sharedservices.cc or calling 1-513-539-4000 and asking for HR.

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