Sr. Financial Analyst

***EDUCATION PREFERRED - BACHELORS DEGREE IN ACCOUNTING/FNANCE***

NO RELOCATION IS OFFERED. ALL CANDIDATES MUST BE BASED IN HOUSTON, TX.

SCHEDULE: DAY SHIFT 8:00 AM TO 5:00 PM - HYBRID SCHEDULE IS AVAILABLE WITH 2 FLEX DAYS WORKING REMOTELY (ANY DAY EXCEPT FOR MONDAYS AND FRIDAYS)

TOP REQUIRED SKILLS:
- MUST HAVE A MINIMUM OF 3 YEARS FP&A OR ACCOUNTING EXPERIENCE.
- DO NOT JUST SUBMIT A BASIC ACCOUNTANT. THIS INDIVIDUAL MUST HAVE THE ABILITY TO DRIVE THE BUSINESS FROM A STRATEGY PERSPECTIVE. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WOULD THRIVE MORE ON THE "UNKNOWN" VERSUS THE "KNOWN".
- MUST HAVE INTERMEDIATE EXCEL SKILLS WITH AT LEAST 3 YEARS EXPERIENCE.
- PREVIOUS JDE, HYPERION, AND SMARTVIEW EXPERIENCE IS A HUGE PLUS BUT NOT REQUIRED AS LONG AS THEY ARE TRAINABLE.
- MUST HAVE AT LEAST 3 YEARS OF FORECASTING EXPERIENCE ***EXPLAIN THIS IN THE CANDIDATE SUMMARY SECTION***
- EXCELLENT COMMUNICATION AND ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS
- HIGHLY ANALYTICAL AND DETAIL-ORIENTED
- THIS ROLE WILL NOT START OFF WITH ANY DIRECT REPORTS BUT THEY SHOULD HAVE LEADERSHIP SKILLS FOR POTENTIAL UPWARD MOBILITY.
- NOV IS LOOKING FOR STABLE WORK TENURE ONLY; AVOID SUBMITTING ANY "JOB HOPPERS" WHO HAVE MOVED A LOT IN THEIR WORK HISTORY.

TRAVEL MAY BE REQUIRED ONCE A QUARTER - DOMESTIC (TEXAS) & INTERNATIONAL (CANADA). TRAVEL EXPENSES COVERED BY NOV.

INTERVIEW PROCESS: 1ST ROUND WILL BE VIRTUAL; 2ND ROUND WILL BE IN-PERSON; 3RD ROUND WILL BE VIRTUAL WITH VP OF CANADA OPERATIONS.

ICP BONUS: 10%

JOB ROLE: THIS INDIVIDUAL WILL SUPPORT US AND CANADA OPERATIONS FOR NOV TUBOSCOPE.

JOB SUMMARY: This position will handle monthly reporting, forecasting, working capital, capex reporting, miscellaneous accounting controls, operational discussions and root cause analysis and solutions for US and Canada, Coating and Inspection. Reporting to the VP-Finance, responsible for accurate and timely analysis of financial statements and their comparison to budget and forecasts.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Partner with Regional operations leadership to assist in financial analysis and decision making in support of the financial health of the facility
- Provide analysis of the financial Statements including:
- Analyze and report financial results consistently across all locations, including revenues, margin analysis, operating profit, capital expenditures, and balance sheet activities
- Breakeven points & cost basis
- Update and report Working Capital
- Support review during close process, including monthly flash reporting
- Provide analysis of root cause issues and solutions
- Provide analysis of P&L impact on restructures, organic expansion, and acquisitions
- Provide financial Models for CAPEX, M&A, divestitures and organic expansion
- Monitor the inventory health / Monday reports and work with the business to fix transactions
- Coordinate and run the forecasts, mid-year and annual financial planning process
- Provide implementation support and follow through on new procedures and processes
- Manage and continually measure a process for ensuring the accuracy of financial data.
- Manage and report accounting controls for businesses in country
- Assist in monitoring and controlling processes in our collection efforts
- Assist in Global Business unit Finance projects and reporting exercises where needed
- Serve as liaison between operations and accounting/gl teams providing clarification, research and support
- Support US and Canada Inventory Cycle Count processes
- Review balance sheet and P&L accounts and provide detailed variance explanations and resolve potential errors
- Prepare ad-hoc data analysis and reports for management as needed
- Travel between US and Canada required

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree (Accounting / Finance preferred)
- Minimum of 3 years FP&A or Accounting experience or equivalent preferred

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Strong Excel Skills
- Strong skills and knowledge of accounting theory and application of financial principles
- Experience with Hyperion & Smartview is beneficial
- Strong experience with JDE or similar accounting system
- Business Intelligence Experience

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:
- Excellent communication and organization skills.
- Must be detail oriented with strong analytical skills
- Skilled in identifying trends and drawing conclusions from large amounts of data
- Pro-active operating style requiring high energy level and tolerance to tight deadlines
- Ability to work in a team setting to meet deadlines and goals alongside Business partners

FOUNDATIONAL COMPETENCIES:

FOR THE INDIVIDUAL:
- Drive for Results
- Action Oriented
- Analytical Mindset
- Problem Solving
- Interpersonal Savvy

FOR THE TEAM:
- Managing Diverse Relationships
- Building Effective Teams
- Managing and Measuring Work
- Effective Communication
- Business Acumen