Director, Corporate FP&A

About The Role

The Director of FP&A will play a critical role in driving the financial planning and analysis processes across Tenneco's global operations. This strategic leader partners closely with senior finance leadership, Segment FP&A teams, and functional leaders to deliver timely, accurate, and insight‑driven analysis that informs decision‑making. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical depth, executive‑ready communication skills, and the ability to lead complex processes while influencing outcomes across a matrixed organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead advanced financial and operational analysis to explain performance drivers, identify risks and opportunities, and support enterprise and functional decision‑making
• Translate complex financial results into clear, actionable insights and recommendations for senior finance leadership and key stakeholders
• Lead and execute high-priority, cross-functional strategic projects sponsored by the CFO and senior leadership, serving as the finance lead from problem framing through recommendation and execution support
• Partner with corporate strategy, operations, business unit leadership and investors to assess strategic alternatives, validate assumptions and quantify financial and operational impacts
• Support major transactions and enterprise events (e.g., divestitures, integrations, footprint optimization, large restructuring programs) through targeted financial analysis and leadership‑ready insights
• Oversee the development of robust budgets, forecasts, and long‑range strategic financial plans; working collaboratively with segment leaders to identify risks and opportunities within financial plans
• Implement tools and best practices that improve forecast and consolidation quality and reduce cycle time without compromising analytical depth
• Prepare high‑quality management presentations and materials for the CFO, executive leadership, and internal operating reviews
• Partner with senior FP&A leaders to strengthen narrative quality, analytical rigor, and consistency of messaging across corporate deliverables
• Serve as a key advisor to executive leadership, synthesizing analysis into strategic recommendations that advance financial and operational priorities
• Cultivate strong relationships with business unit leaders, influencing outcomes through data‑driven perspectives and strategic counsel
• Build and develop an analytically strong, insight‑driven FP&A team with a culture anchored in executive‑level communication, intellectual curiosity, and continuous improvement

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or another technical field; MBA or CPA preferred.

Experience: 8+ years of experience in FP&A, with a strong emphasis on analysis within a large, complex organization. Proven track record in a similar role within the automotive or industrial sectors is preferred.

Skills:

• Expertise in financial systems and tools such as OneStream and SAP
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering actionable insights
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills; capable of effectively engaging with C-level executives
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to manage and develop teams across multiple geographies