Financial Analyst

​About Lubrizol  
The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is committed to enabling a sustainable future. Our unmatched science unlocks immense possibilities at the molecular level, driving sustainable and measurable results to help the world Move Cleaner, Create Smarter and Live Better. Our solutions are used by people every day, improving billions of lives around the world. 

We value diversity in professional backgrounds and life experiences. By enabling a consistent, unbiased, and transparent recruitment process, Lubrizol seeks to create a positive experience for candidates so we can get to know them at their best. We recognize unique work and life situations and offer flexibility, ensuring our employees feel engaged and fulfilled in every aspect of life. 

Lubrizol is currently seeking a collaborative Financial Analyst to support LZA Americas Business unit. In this role you will be providing actionable, value creating financial insights to drive achievement of Lubrizol Americas’ business objectives. This role will be based out of our Wickliffe, Ohio facility, following a hybrid working model. 

What you will do:

• Serve as a finance partner to our Americas Sales and Commercial Teams, developing an understanding of the business and providing the financial perspective to the commercial decision-making process.
• Monitor, analyze, and evaluate financial performance on monthly and quarterly basis.  Research and communicate variances and ensure accurate financial statements.  Provide timely, concise, and actionable insights the team. 
• Support account teams in raw material and pricing discussions, providing analysis and scenario modeling.
• Aid in account planning to identify threats and opportunities. Support account teams in RFQ’s to grow and defend business portfolio.
• Work as a “liaison” to Lubrizol corporate finance.
• Assist in the coordination, development, and analysis of the annual plan for volume, margin, and operating expenses. 
• Partner with account team on contract management, including supply contracts and sales incentive agreements. Direct and ensure accurate accounting for contractual obligations.
• Special projects as assigned.

What you need:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Minimum 3 years of experience in varied financial / analytical positions
• Strong analytical skills and knowledge of accounting
• Excellent systems and financial modeling skills including Microsoft Office Suite
• Self-starter with a desire to achieve
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Team player, able to work well with people at all levels and across functions
• Well organized, flexible, ability to multi-task
• Occasional domestic travel may be required

What will put you ahead:

• CPA and/or MBA or equivalent
• Experience with SAP
• Experience with Power Pivot / Power BI
• Experience with Anaplan
   

Lubrizol Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
• 401K Match plus Age Weighted Defined Contribution Plan
• Competitive medical, dental & vision offerings
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, Parental Leave
• Learn more at benefits.lubrizol.com

If you’re interested in the position, we encourage you to apply. Lubrizol is always looking for candidates who embody our cultural beliefs in everything they do. If you’re All In, Lead Decisively, Take Action, Think External, and can Be Courageous, Lubrizol could be the place for you.

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