Executive Director, Corporate FP&A

About Us

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry. With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win. Through the Tenneco Way, fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset, and a relentless commitment to excellence, we push past limits and redefine success. Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-impact financial analysis that clarifies performance drivers, identifies risks/opportunities, and informs enterprise-level decisions.
• Synthesize complex data into clear, compelling executive insights and strategic recommendations for the CFO and senior leadership.
• Develop and deliver polished, high-quality presentations for the CEO, CFO, Board, and senior leadership, ensuring messages are concise, data-driven, and actionable.
• Elevate communication across FP&A through crisp narratives, clarity, and persuasive framing of insights.
• Oversee the development of robust annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range strategic financial plans.
• Direct the consolidation of global financials across multiple regions, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with corporate standards while streamlining the process for efficiency.
• Implement tools and best practices that improve forecast and consolidation quality and reduce cycle time without compromising analytical depth.
• 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or other technical field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• 10+ 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.