Senior Manager, Financial Data Analytics at American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

The Senior Manager - Financial Data Analytics is responsible for leading and executing data-driven strategies to provide actionable insights that improve financial decision-making, optimize performance, and drive business value. The manager will work closely with senior finance leaders, Operations, and Business Development teams to develop and implement predictive models, performance metrics, and analytical tools that enhance financial forecasting, budgeting, and reporting processes. This position combines financial expertise with advanced analytical techniques to optimize financial performance, making it a key leadership role within the finance organization.


What You Will Do:

• Partner with Operations and BD leaders to identify opportunities to drive results
• Lead the development and implementation of advanced analytics strategies to improve financial decision-making, forecasting, cash flow forecasting, profitability analysis and budgeting processes
• Work with senior finance stakeholders to identify high-impact analytics opportunities and translate business needs into data-driven solutions.
• Lead the development of financial performance dashboards and reports that highlight key metrics, variances, and actionable insights for senior management.
• Provide ad-hoc analytics support to various finance teams, including FP&A, treasury, and accounting, to drive data-informed decision-making.
• Develop and manage financial forecasting models that incorporate historical data, market trends, and other relevant factors to predict future financial performance.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation in the finance function using advanced analytics tools and techniques.
• Optimize financial reporting and performance measurement by implementing analytics solutions that reduce manual work and improve decision speed and accuracy.
• Promote the use of self-service analytics tools across finance teams to foster a data-driven culture within the organization.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, helping them develop their technical and analytical skills.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the analytics team, staying up to date on the latest trends and techniques in finance analytics.

What You Will Need:


Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, or a related field. A master's degree in a quantitative discipline or MBA is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in finance, data analytics, or advanced analytics, with a focus on financial data and insights.
• Strong experience with advanced analytics techniques, including predictive modeling, machine learning, and statistical analysis, applied to financial data.
• Proven experience working with large financial datasets, utilizing analytical tools such as SQL, Python, R, or similar programming languages.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Expertise in financial modeling, financial forecasting, and performance analysis.
• Advanced certifications in data science or analytics (e.g., Certified Analytics Professional (CAP), Data Science certifications).
• Experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., Microsoft Azure, AWS, Google Cloud).
• Knowledge of finance-specific machine learning applications (e.g., credit risk modeling, fraud detection, optimization).
• Experience with automation and RPA (Robotic Process Automation) in finance analytics.
• Obtain a working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management System.

Reporting Relationships:


The incumbent Reports to the VP of Financial Shared Services. This position may have direct reports.



ABOUT US



We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times.


ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We're at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.


About Our Benefits


ABS Bureau proudly offers a variety of industry-leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well-being of our employees and their families. These benefits include, but are not limited to, 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, and paid vacation time. The Company provides an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) that offers support in personal wellness, including work-life services. ABS Bureau also offers a 401K plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements.


Equal Opportunity


ABS Bureau is committed to the equal employment opportunity of its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment laws.



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