Director, Finance

Job Title: Director, Finance

Location: Wickliffe, OH; 4 days in office + 1 remote day

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 Finance Director, you'll be at the forefront of our innovation, driving financial strategy, business planning, and performance insights for the Lubrizol Additives (LZA) Americas business unit. 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:

• Partner with the LZA Americas Business Unit Vice President and serve as an active member of the cross-functional leadership team to shape and execute the business unit’s strategy, goals, and objectives.
• Monitor, analyze, and communicate financial results, explain variances, support accurate financial statements, and provide timely, concise, and actionable insights to senior management.
• Lead and support strategic planning and goal setting with business leadership, connecting financial performance to the broader business environment and strategic priorities.
• Guide working capital decisions that maximize free cash flow.
• Provide financial analysis and guidance for business development initiatives, including cash flow models for capital investments and potential acquisitions and divestitures.
• Lead, manage, and develop finance professionals across the United States and Latin America, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the annual operating plan and budgeting process for the LZA Americas business unit and coordinate long-range forecasts aligned with business strategies.
• Ensure internal controls are established and maintained in alignment with United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP).
• Serve as a liaison with Lubrizol Additives segment finance and Lubrizol corporate finance to support month-end, quarter-end, annual reporting, and business review requirements.
• Lead and support special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• At least 15 years of progressive experience in financial management, cost accounting, or related roles, including at least 10 years in a leadership capacity.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically while executing tactically.
• Strong business acumen and knowledge of financial management principles, practices, and regulations.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively as a motivated team member and self-starter with a strong drive to achieve results.
• Experience preparing executive-level presentations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels and present complex financial information clearly and concisely.
• Strong organizational skills and flexibility to manage simultaneous priorities and conflicting deadlines in a rapidly changing environment.
• Strong cross-functional team management experience.

Preferred Qualifications that Drive You Forward

• Master of Business Administration (MBA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential, or equivalent qualification.
• Experience with SAP and business intelligence tools, including SAP BusinessObjects (BOBJ), Microsoft Power BI, Power Pivot, or Power Query.
• Experience with strategic planning and financial modeling.

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/!

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.