FP&A Manager, Commercial

The Lubrizol Corporation; Brecksville (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans

401(k) match

Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage

Paid holidays and vacation

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

The Lubrizol Corporation is seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager in Brecksville, OH. The successful candidate will provide strategic support, collaborating with diverse teams to optimize budgets and forecasts while ensuring strong financial reporting.

This role requires at least 7 years of financial experience, a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, and proficiency in tools like SAP and PowerBI. The position offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of financial experience.
• Excellent systems and financial modeling skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proactive self-starter with a strong desire to achieve.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to develop and control annual budgets.
• Conduct financial analysis and provide insights on financial metrics.
• Drive standardization and consistency in financial reporting.

Skills

Financial modeling skills

Strong analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Business communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

PowerBI

BusinessObjects (BOBJ)

Job description

Job Type: Full-time. 4 days on-site, 1 flex day each week

Location: Brecksville, OH to start, transitioning to Wickliffe, OH in 2028.

As Lubrizol approaches its centennial in 2028, our Wickliffe campus will become the unified home of Lubrizol’s global headquarters, integrating Brecksville site capabilities and employees to the Wickliffe campus.

How You'll Make An Impact

As a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, you'll be at the forefront of our innovation, providing strategic support to Lubrizol Surface Sciences with financial planning, analysis and reporting. You'll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing, and enhance modern life.

• Collaborate with business teams to develop, monitor, and control annual budgets and forecasts.
• Serve as a trusted financial advisor to senior leaders.
• Conduct financial analysis and provide insights on key financial metrics, cost drivers, trends, and departmental performance.
• Prepare and present accurate and timely monthly and quarterly financial deliverables.
• Drive standardization and consistency in reporting across the organization.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency improvements.Assist in developing business cases and financial justifications for strategic initiatives.
• Support software selection for bolt-on capabilities such as financial planning software.
• Develop and deploy working capital improvement strategies to improve cash flow and increase working capital turns.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to reduce working capital.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum 7 years of financial experience.
• Excellent systems and financial modeling skills including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Well-organized, flexible, and ability to multi-task with strong analytical skills.
• Proactive self-starter with a strong desire to achieve.
• Strong interpersonal and business communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP, PowerBI, and BusinessObjects (BOBJ).
• Manufacturing experience is highly preferred.
• Cost accounting experience.

Your Work Environment

• Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods.
• Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided.
• Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment.
• Occasional lifting or movement of materials.
• Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards.

Benefits That Empower You

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans.
• 401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution.
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave.
• Flexible work environment.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Career and professional growth.
• Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement.