VP, Financial Planning & Analysis

Job Summary Reporting to the CFO, the VP of Global FP&A oversees global financial planning and analysis processes, conducting analytics on the full P&L, liaising with operational support functions and providing broad decision support analytics to assist business leaders, including reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes. The incumbent partners closely with the Corporate Controller and Business Unit leaders to develop short- and long-term financial plans for the business, analyze results, and assess business performance. The VP of Global FP&A provides timely analysis and insight that includes analysis of financial statements, KPI reporting, and variance analysis. They develop and drive a proactive, collaborative partnership between Corporate Finance and FP&A teams across the globe, understand FP&A team needs, drive constructive and engaging conversations, monitor stakeholder feedback, and identify trends and opportunities to advance the company’s business and financial strategy. Core Responsibilities Oversee the team responsible for all financial planning and analysis to drive strategic planning and decision-making tools, including EVA and ROIC. Provide timely analysis and insights to CEO, CFO, and other executives to position the company for future performance enhancement. Oversee development, implementation, and ongoing preparation of action-oriented financial analysis, leading to improved financial performance across sales, contribution margin, manufacturing, SG&A, and other financial impacts. Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual global management reporting requirements. Prepare and continuously improve Management Reporting packages for Commercial & Operations areas. Lead the company’s global annual budget and quarterly forecast process, including relevant financial analysis and recommendations for improvement. Lead quarterly/annual reporting process for global segment performance, culminating in comprehensive meetings with CEO/CFO describing in-depth KPI performance by product lines and regions. Enhance overall analysis of balance sheet and liquidity planning and work with the treasury department on leverage scenarios and cash/debt forecasting. Drive continuous improvement of business process analytics in Global FP&A by creating functional specifications for enhancement ideas and overseeing implementation. Ensure business intelligence data is accurate and complete, creating an improved reporting platform, including introduction of business analytic tools such as Power BI or QlikView. Assist with analysis and preparation of materials for audit committee and board meetings. Assist with analysis and preparation for external communications, including investor relations support. Assist in evaluating acquisition and joint venture opportunities where applicable. Lead global FP&A segment leaders and the broader organization of managers and analysts. Education and Experience Minimum of a bachelor’s degree (BS) in accounting, finance, or engineering. MBA preferred. 15+ years of progressive experience in global finance, including senior leadership in FP&A, driving enterprise-wide planning, analysis, and consolidated reporting. Knowledge of manufacturing business required; knowledge of chemicals, steel and metalworking, and automotive industries preferred. Global or multi-national business experience strongly preferred. 7+ years of progressive, senior-level people leadership experience, including oversight of managers and large, distributed teams. About Quaker Houghton Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company that specializes in the development, production, and application of industrial process fluids, lubricants, and coatings for the manufacturing industry. The company supports career growth for associates and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs. Benefits Competitive pay programs with excellent career growth trajectory. Paid time off for volunteerism. Opportunity to participate in comprehensive benefit options including medical, dental, vision, parental leave, holiday pay, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and savings plan. Work for a global leader in the industrial process fluids industry. EEO Statement Quaker Houghton provides equal employment opportunity for all qualified candidates. Quaker Houghton does not discriminate against any candidate for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, veteran’s status, physical/mental disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by U.S. federal, state, and/or local employment law. Furthermore, Quaker Houghton is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates with physical and/or mental disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr