FP&A Director

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 Director of FP&A 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 CFO 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.