Financial Analyst

The GSM (Global Sales & Marketing) FP&A team is seeking an experienced FP&A Analyst to partner with the global Marketing, Sales, and HR organizations. Primary responsibilities include operating expense management, including ownership of the quarterly budget process, partnering closely with business stakeholders to update monthly operating expense outlooks, supporting the monthly accounting close, performing variance analysis, preparing management reporting, and maintaining internal controls. Additional responsibilities include headcount forecasting and analysis, ad hoc analytical projects, and support for the preparation of executive presentations.

The successful candidate will analyze financial information to identify trends and opportunities for improvement while serving as a trusted business partner to these teams. The role requires the ability to operate effectively in a cross-functional, fast-paced, multinational environment and a proactive, customer-focused mindset. This position is based in Austin, TX, with four days on site.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Facilitate quarterly budget and monthly forecast process for Global Marketing, EMEA Sales and HR organizations.
• Support monthly financial close and provide variance analysis between actuals and budgets.
• Prepare monthly financial performance reporting for management with variance explanations.
• Ad hoc analysis as needed to support the business.
• Be customer focused and focus on continuous improvement and innovation.

Who You Are:

• You ground yourself in data and focus on key metrics. You use financial analysis to generate, evaluate, and act on strategic options and opportunities. You identify and seize new opportunities. You effectively communicate in various settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Finance, Accounting, Economics, Math or Business Administration degree required.
• 3-6 years of FP&A or related work experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing budgets and forecasts.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (especially Excel and Powerpoint), and proficiency working with large ERP and planning systems (Oracle / Hyperion).
• Ability to stay organized in a fast paced, complex work environment.
• Legal authorization to work in the US - visa sponsorship will not be provided.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Strong internal customer focus.
• Self-motivated, proactive, able to work independently and as a part of a team.

• Detail-oriented, able to multitask and meet deadlines.

• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills, with a strong emphasis on ability to communicate effectively with various levels of leadership up to executive level.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

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.

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Our Commitment to Our People


At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.


We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world's most complex problems - for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

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Work Authorization


Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.


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Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.


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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.


With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you're an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team - let's go!


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