Financial Analyst

Emerson is looking for a dynamic Financial Analyst to become part of the Finance team at the headquarters of our Actuation Technologies business unit. Located in our Houston, TX office, you will play a pivotal role in crafting the financial landscape of our organization. As a Financial Analyst, you will collaborate closely with World Areas and Actuation Technologies' leadership team, facilitating communication and ensuring robust reporting practices. Responsibilities include preparing monthly financial statements, submitting quarterly PORs, and developing annual forecasts for financial assessments and board meetings. You'll also be responsible for consolidating additional reports mandated by the company and orchestrating automation projects to improve our financial reporting processes. Essential skills include analyzing, focusing on details, and problem-solving to support senior management decisions.

 You are a professional with a bachelor’s degree  in accounting or finance, showcasing demonstrated expertise in Accounting and US GAAP. Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is crucial, while familiarity with HFM is a valuable asset. Your ability to analyze data, extract important insights, and communicate optimally across diverse teams and geographies sets you apart. You thrive on solving complex problems, exhibit grit and perseverance to meet deadlines, and are eager to accept automation opportunities. If you're looking to advance your career and make a significant impact in the world of finance, Emerson's Financial Analyst role is your gateway to growth.

Join us in shaping the future of financial excellence at Emerson. Apply now and embark on a rewarding journey with a global industry leader.

Job Responsibilities:

• Be a key member of the Global HQ Finance department of Actuation Technologies, a business unit within Emerson.
• Support communication and reporting between the team and leadership at World Regions and Actuation Technologies. 
• Assist with the monthly, quarterly, and annual updates to the Actuation Technologies’ Financial Planning Cycle which consist of monthly financial statement reporting, quarterly POR submission, annual forecast creation, financial reviews, board meetings, and profit plan. 
• Consolidate world areas quarterly and annual supplemental reporting required by corporate.
• Drive and implement automation opportunities in our regular financial reporting procedures. 
• Collaborate with other functional areas within the organization during preparation of financial information.
• Compose, analyze, and review ad-hoc management inquires of key financial metrics for decision support for senior leadership as requested.
• Employees in this salaried exempt role may occasionally be required to work additional hours beyond their regular schedule to fulfill business needs and meet critical deadlines.

Who you are:

You drill down to root causes to gather relevant information. You consult diverse resources and ask more questions. You focus on priorities and set stretch goals. You take time to ask questions and define the problem and make learning a priority and a goal. You study data to make course corrections. You ground yourself in data and focus on key metrics.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or similar required.
• 2-5 years of work experience in Accounting or Finance field. 
• Lead multiple projects, demonstrate proven accounting and US GAAP knowledge.
• Strong analytical, organizational, detail oriented and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrate patience, perseverance, and flexibility.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:

• CPA certification or experience working for a CPA firm.
• HFM knowledge is a plus.

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact . We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. 

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.