FP&A Manager

About Ketjen 
Ketjen Corporation is a provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining, and specialty chemicals industries. Our company is driven by a strong set of core values: curiosity, care, collaboration, humility, accountability, and integrity. These values guide our decisions, shape our culture, and define how we work together to deliver exceptional value to our customers and communities. 

About the Role 
The FP&A Manager leads the company’s financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analytical processes to support strategic decision-making. This role partners closely with the CFO and senior leadership to drive financial insights, optimize performance, and strengthen long-term financial planning. This role reports directly to the VP, Finance and is based in Ketjen’s Houston area office (Clear Lake). 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Strategic Financial Planning & Forecasting 

• Lead the annual budgeting, long-range planning, and rolling forecast processes. 

• Develop and maintain financial models that support strategic initiatives and business performance evaluation. 

• Provide clear, data-driven insights to guide executive decision-making. 

Financial Reporting & Analysis 

• Oversee monthly and quarterly financial reporting, including variance analyses and KPI dashboards. 

• Translate complex financial data into concise narratives and actionable recommendations for the CFO and leadership team. 

• Monitor trends in revenue, expenses, and cash flow to identify opportunities and risks. 

Business Partnering & Leadership Support 

• Serve as the primary financial partner to business leaders across the organization. 

• Support strategic projects, including investment analyses, scenario modeling, and capital planning. 

• Present financial updates and strategic recommendations to the CFO and executive leadership. 

Governance, Controls & Performance Management 

• Ensure financial planning practices align with internal controls, policies, and audit requirements. 

• Implement standard processes, tools, and governance to improve forecasting accuracy and financial discipline. 

• Develop and maintain KPIs, dashboards, and reporting frameworks to drive operational and financial performance. 

Team Leadership & Development 

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing FP&A team. 

• Foster a collaborative, business-focused mindset across Finance. 

• Promote continuous improvement, analytical rigor, and a strong service orientation. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field. 

• 8–10+ years of progressively responsible experience in FP&A or corporate finance. 

• Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills. 

• Proven ability to partner with executive leadership and influence decision-making. 

• Demonstrated experience leading budgeting and long-range planning processes. 

• Effective communicator capable of distilling complex information for senior audiences. 

• Experience managing and developing teams. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• MBA, CPA, or related advanced degree or certification. 

• Experience in a multi-site or global business environment. 

• Prior experience supporting a CFO or serving in a senior FP&A leadership role. 

• Familiarity with financial systems, BI tools, or advanced analytics platforms.