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Principal Financial Planning & Analysis

Urbint

Accounting & Finance

Washington, USA

Posted on Feb 20, 2026

Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.

Reporting to the Senior Manager of Corporate FP&A, this role is responsible for co‑leading Itron’s consolidated forecasting cycles and internal financial reporting. The position partners closely with Finance leadership to develop, refine, and operationalize financial forecasts that support the company’s strategic and operational objectives. This role is highly visible, engages with cross‑functional teams, and contributes to enterprise‑level initiatives aimed at improving forecasting, reporting, and business performance.

Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis

Prepare monthly and quarterly consolidated financial reporting packages for senior management and the Board of Directors, delivering clear, data‑driven variance analysis, insights, and performance commentary.
Provide actionable financial insights to help leaders make customer‑centric and strategic decisions across all areas of financial planning.

Forecasting & Planning

Drive preparation of consolidated annual and quarterly forecasts aligned to Itron’s strategic, operational, and customer commitments.
Lead continuous improvements that enhance forecasting accuracy, efficiency, and reporting quality.
Develop and clearly communicate timelines, templates, and requirements for monthly outlook cycles, ensuring cross‑functional accountability and collaboration.

Financial Modeling & Decision Support

Build, maintain, and strengthen complex financial models used to support strategic initiatives, operational agility, and executive decision‑making.
Partner with FP&A teams, Treasury, Tax, External Reporting, Accounting, and Investor Relations to ensure model accuracy, consistency, and alignment.

Business Partnering

Serve as a finance partner for organizations within G&A, including forecasting, monthly financial reporting, and detailed expense analysis.
Translate strategic initiatives and business partner KPIs into accurate and actionable forecast and budget inputs that support Itron’s innovation‑driven objectives.

Systems, Tools, & Processes

Act as a subject matter expert for planning and reporting platforms, offering guidance, training, and troubleshooting.
Support and lead automation, system enhancements, reporting improvements, and broader financial process optimization that enable an agile finance organization.

Corporate Initiatives & Transactions

Contribute to high‑impact strategic and operational initiatives across the company.
Support financial integration activities for mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures as needed.

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related business discipline.
5+ years of FP&A experience within a publicly traded company, including experience supporting global or functional organizations.
Advanced Excel proficiency with the ability to convert raw financial data into clear, meaningful management insights.
Strong skills in PowerPoint, Workiva, and Power BI (preferred).
Advanced working knowledge of Oracle Cloud EPM Planning or similar cube‑based planning/reporting systems.
Demonstrated experience supporting senior leaders and transforming strategic initiatives and KPIs into forecasts and budgets.
Proven expertise building and managing complex financial models that uncover trends and drive optimization.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast‑paced, hybrid work environment with authenticity and accountability.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build strong, collaborative relationships at all levels.

Preferred Skills & Experience

MBA or an advanced business degree.
Experience in the Utilities, Energy, or Technology sector.
Prior involvement in M&A financial integration or corporate transformation initiatives.

Travel

0–10% (minimal).

Physical Demands

Typical office environment with no unusual physical requirements.

Benefits Info:

This position also includes a competitive benefit package including; financial, social, health and wellbeing programs, paid vacation, 401k matching, employee stock purchase program, hybrid work schedule, and more!

Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!

The successful candidate's starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.

Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com.

Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world: www.itron.com

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