FP&A Manager, Commercial

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. In this role, you will: 

• 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 that Enable Your Success 

• 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 that Drive You Forward 

• Experience with SAP, PowerBI, and BusinessObjects (BOBJ). 

• Manufacturing experience is highly preferred. 

• Cost accounting experience. 

Your Work Environment 

At Lubrizol, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work—whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include: 

• 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 

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience. 

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 

Learn more at https://benefits.lubrizol.com/!