Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist

About the role

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. Itron is a global leader in energy and water resource management, and we are seeking a detail‑oriented and collaborative FP&A Specialist (Contractor) to support key financial processes across our Outcomes Product Marketing, Software Licensing, Partner Programs, and DEM business areas. In this hybrid role, you will play an accountable and customer‑centric part in delivering accurate financial reporting, innovative analysis, and agile forecasting that advance our business outcomes. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in cross‑functional environments, communicates authentically with stakeholders, and enjoys working across diverse financial portfolios to support a more resourceful world. Duties and Responsibilities Manage budget and forecast cycles with accountable, customer‑centric accuracy, including updates, reviews, and variance analysis. Prepare and present monthly and quarterly financial results with clear, authentic, and actionable insights. Support investment tracking, headcount planning, and spend transparency to enable agile, data‑driven decisions. Deliver innovative financial analysis to strengthen decision‑making across Outcomes Product Marketing. Gather, reconcile, and validate revenue, GM%, R&D, and cost inputs for quarterly PE Form submissions. Complete PE Forms accurately and maintain strong financial quality controls. Use Power BI and internal systems to ensure consistent, reliable financial data. Collaborate with Finance and PMO to resolve discrepancies and support transparent portfolio reviews. Prepare charts and visuals for QBRR leadership materials. Support accurate royalty, software licensing, and partner‑program calculations, validations, and reconciliations. Maintain and improve financial models and reporting for licensing and partner activities. Assist in forecasting and actuals reviews to clarify key revenue streams. Lead DEM monthly forecasting inputs and operational reporting with a collaborative, customer‑focused approach. Analyze performance trends and prepare concise commentary to support agile leadership decisions. Contribute to financial modeling that monitors operational and financial performance. Partner with Revenue Recognition to ensure accurate revenue treatment and compliance. Support data validation and modeling through authentic, cross‑functional collaboration. Required Skills & Experience 2-4+ years of experience in FP&A, finance, or accounting. Strong financial modeling and analytical skills with a high level of accountability for accuracy. Advanced Excel skills; Power BI experience preferred. Ability to clearly communicate concise, customer‑focused financial insights to stakeholders across the business. Collaborative, proactive, and agile working style aligned with Itron's innovative culture. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or equivalent experience. Preferred Skills & Experience Experience in the technology, energy, or utilities sector. Familiarity with revenue recognition concepts related to software and licensing. Experience supporting cross‑functional financial processes in fast‑paced, innovative environments. Knowledge of Itron systems or NPI portfolio processes. Education Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience. Physical Demands This is a typical office job, with no special physical requirements or unusual work environment. The successful candidate's hourly rate will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience and may vary by location. Liberty Lake: The hourly rate is $36.05- $67.78. 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