At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
This individual will lead the evolution of financial planning and analysis through advanced analytics, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and data-driven forecasting. This role will maintain ownership of core FP&A reporting, forecasting, and analytics while driving the development of predictive models, automated insights, and AI-enabled decision support tools. The successful candidate will partner closely with Finance, Marketing, and Data & Analytics teams to transform enterprise data into forward-looking business intelligence that improves forecasting accuracy, identifies emerging trends, and supports strategic decision making.
In the role of
Financial Planning & Data Analytics AI Manager, we'll count on you to:
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Own reporting for key financial metrics, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and integrity. -
Design and deploy predictive forecasting models utilizing machine learning techniques. -
Build forecasting solutions leveraging internal and external data sources. -
Evaluate and implement AI tools that improve financial planning and business decision-making. -
Champion innovation and continuous improvement in Finance processes. -
Stay current on emerging AI and analytics technologies and recommend practical business applications. -
Lead development and enhancement of Power BI dashboards and enterprise analytics solutions. -
Effectively communicate complex analytical findings to executive and non-technical audiences. -
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Finance, Operations, Marketing, and Data & Analytics -
Special projects as assigned by supervisor, Director of Financial Planning and Analysis, Chief Financial Officer and/or others
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience developing predictive models or machine learning solutions. -
Knowledge of Python, SQL, Snowflake, or similar analytics platforms. -
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. -
Experience working with large, complex datasets. -
Excellent communication and presentation skills. -
Experience applying AI, machine learning, or advanced statistical techniques in a business environment. -
Experience with generative AI technologies, Microsoft Copilot, or
similar platforms. -
Advanced proficiency in Power BI, Excel, and data visualization. -
Experience with financial forecasting, budgeting, and business performance analysis.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business analytics, mathematics, economics or applicable field.
- A minimum of 8 years of experience in a large organization serving in a finance or accounting role.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are critical as this role will present analysis and interact directly with Senior Executives and all levels of management.
- Must be able to present financial information to finance and non-financial users in a succinct and easily understandable manner.
- This individual must excel at "telling the story" of the financials and key performance indicators.
- Strong leadership skills and ability to bring a cohesive approach to processes in a matrix organizational structure.
- Must demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Willing to dig into the details of the data.
- Ideal candidate is highly organized and detailed oriented, questions the status quo and is always seeking process improvement and efficiencies in reporting to deliver timely, quality and accurate management reporting.
- Expert in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Primary Location
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United States-Nebraska-Omaha
Industry
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Corporate/Support Services
Schedule
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Full-time
Employee Status
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Regular
BusinessClass
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Marketing and Admin
Job Posting
:
Jul 27, 2026 |
HDR, Inc.
Jul 28, 2026