Sr. FP&A Lead
Accounting Finance
Houston, TX Direct Hire Sep 8, 2025

Job Title: Senior FP&A Lead
 

Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior FP&A Lead to join our client and play a pivotal role in driving financial strategy and performance. This hybrid, permanent/direct-hire position, based in North Houston, TX, focuses on leading financial planning and analysis activities, supporting executive decision-making, and optimizing business performance through actionable insights. The role also includes direct team leadership and opportunities to contribute to process improvements and special projects.
 

Compensation:

  • $125,000 annually
     

Work Schedule:

  • Monday through Friday, standard business hours

  • Hybrid: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote (training period may require 100% onsite)
     

Key Responsibilities of the Senior FP&A Lead:

  • Take ownership of the financial planning cycle, guiding strategy from planning through execution and ensuring results align with organizational goals.

  • Translate complex financial data into meaningful stories and actionable recommendations for senior leaders.

  • Build and enhance reporting tools, dashboards, and presentations that empower executives to make confident, data-driven decisions.

  • Act as a trusted advisor to leadership by identifying cost-saving opportunities, efficiency improvements, and areas to strengthen profitability.

  • Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of FP&A professionals while contributing to the expansion and development of the function.

  • Champion process improvements and systems initiatives that modernize financial practices and create scalable solutions.

  • Drive cross-functional collaboration, ensuring that finance partners effectively with operations, commercial, and leadership teams.
     

Qualifications and Skills for the Senior FP&A Lead:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; advanced degree (MBA, CFA) a plus.

  • 6–8+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling; investment banking or private equity background a plus.

  • Proven team leadership or supervisory experience.

  • Strong Excel expertise (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, advanced functions); proficiency in Tableau, Power BI, QuickBooks, and other ERP/BI tools preferred.

  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to present insights to senior leadership.

  • Demonstrated track record of career longevity and consistent progression.

  • Adaptable, resourceful, and able to manage complex projects with attention to detail.
     

Why Join Us?
This role offers the opportunity to make a measurable impact by influencing financial strategy and guiding a growing team. You’ll work in a collaborative, high-performance environment with opportunities for professional development, visibility with senior leadership, and exposure to challenging and meaningful projects.
 

About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology.
Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.