Financial Analyst, Performance Coatings

Job Type: Full-time. Collaborate in person 4 days each week, with 1 flexible day.

Location: Brecksville, OH to start, and 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 Lubrizol’s Brecksville site capabilities and employees to the Wickliffe campus.

Shape the Future with Us.

At Lubrizol, we’re bringing to life the chemistry behind clean water, efficient transportation, reliable infrastructure, critical medicines, and the products people rely on every day through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion.

As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact—on your career, your community, and the world around you.

How You’ll Make An Impact

As a Financial Analyst for our Performance Coatings Group, you will support the creation and execution of business strategies and deliver relevant short-term and long-term financial analyses to support profitable business growth for the Region. In addition, you would be responsible for goal setting, providing updates on financial progress, improvement initiatives, budgeting, and reporting. In this role, you will:

• Monitor financial performance of the business unit including income statement, balance sheet and cash flow
• Provide timely, concise, and actionable financial information to business unit leader and other respective management
• Finance lead for the development of the Region’s annual operating plans and forecasts
• Support innovation through new product costing and volume analysis to determine the future profitability and value proposition for new products
• Partner with manufacturing, sales, and marketing teams to analyze product costs, set pricing strategies, and drive margin optimization across the portfolio
• Generate analysis and understanding of the budget and forecasts to help management make informed decisions that drive the performance of the business
• Partner with the business in the coordination and development of the strategic plan / trajectory
• Support the monthly business review process, monthly financial reporting and other required reporting
• Prepare month-end closing deliverables
• Manage rebate agreements and commission & accruals
• Support adherence to documented internal controls; Assist with development of new controls
• Maintain the integrity of financial systems and reporting modules
• Assist with Global PCG and ad hoc projects as required
  
  

Required Qualifications That Enable Your Success

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Accounting or Finance degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of financial experience
• Continuous improvement mindset with a desire to improve processes and business outcomes
• Excellent systems and financial modeling skills including Microsoft Office Suite
• Well-organized, flexible, ability to multi-task
• Self-starter with a proactive mindset and a drive to achieve results
• Strong interpersonal and business communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and knowledge of financial principles and accounting
  
  

Preferred Qualifications That Drive You Forward

• MBA, CPA, CMA or equivalent
• SAP, PowerBI, and Microsoft Co-Pilot knowledge
  
  

Your Work Environment

Role

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 benefits.lubrizol.com!

Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. ™ Delivered by You.

For nearly 100 years, The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life, advance mobility, and make the modern world work better. Our specialty chemistry solutions—from engine oils, performance coatings, and skincare to medical devices and plumbing systems —are powered by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you. We tackle the world’s toughest challenges with science-based solutions, deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value. Our inclusive culture, dedication to safety, and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern world—brought to life by science and, most importantly, delivered by you. Whether you're in the lab, on the production floor, or in the office, you'll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think boldly, drive results, and contribute to solutions that shape a better, more sustainable future. 

We win because of you. Let’s build the future together.

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