Senior FP&A Analyst

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)

Senior FP&A Analyst preparing budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting for ABS, a global marine safety and classification leader. Supervising country finance staff and supporting audits.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting, with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance. Proficient in managing financial statements, variance analysis, and supporting audits while leading finance teams effectively.

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Financial Statement PreparationBudgeting and ForecastingFP&A ExperienceCPA CertificationOracle and Hyperion Experience

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisVariance AnalysisBudget PreparationTrial Balance AnalysisAccruals and Provisions MonitoringAd Hoc ReportingManagement Discussion and Analysis (MD&A)Audit SupportProfitability ForecastingGeneral Ledger Systems Knowledge

Soft Skills

Good Communication SkillsProactive Error PreventionAbility to Work Under PressureIndependent Work CapabilityInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

OracleHyperionHFMSpreadsheet SoftwareWord Processing Software

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

Corporate Property, Plant, & Equipment (PP&E)Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental Management SystemFinancial AccountingManagement AccountsStatutory Accounts

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare monthly financial statements
Analyze and review monthly financial results for accuracy and correctness
Research and explain budget variances in financial reports
Prepare and distribute financial reports and variance explanations to responsible managers
Prepare monthly rolling profitability forecasts
Prepare and/or review overtime reports
Prepare the annual budget
Support preparation of management discussion and analysis (MD&A) for monthly results, monthly forecasts, and annual budget
Analyze the trial balance
Monitor monthly and year-end closing for accruals and provisions
Support internal and external audits, including fluctuation analysis
Analyze Corporate Property, Plant, & Equipment (PP&E)
Liaise with corporate departments for support and analysis
Assist with ad hoc reporting and special projects
Prepare assigned audit schedules
Supervise country finance staff and guide the Country Accountant and FSC on financial accounting matters
Coordinate year-end audit reporting requirements and assist auditors with queries on G&A allocation, statutory accounts, and management accounts
Report directly to the Director of Finance
Perform other applicable duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required
Requires a minimum of eight (8) years previous accounting and financial experience, including 3 years of FP&A
CPA preferred
Knowledge of current spreadsheet and word processing software tools and functionalities
Knowledge of general ledger systems and subsystems
Experience with Oracle, Hyperion and HFM adhoc highly preferred
Good communication skills and ability to interact with others and communicate directly with upper management
Ability to be proactive in preventing errors and detecting areas at risk
Ability to work effectively under pressure
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Familiarity with the ABS Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental Management System

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance (PPO and HD)
Dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Disability leave programs
Parental leave program
Paid holidays
Paid vacation time
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with personal wellness and work-life services
401K plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements