Manager, Financial Analysis & Strategic Planning

Portfolio Business : Huber Engineered Materials

J.M. Huber Corporation is one of the largest privately held, family-owned companies in the United States. Established in 1883, we are a diversified, global supplier of specialty and commodity chemicals, hydrocolloid solutions, engineered wood products and natural resources to customers spanning a wide variety of industries. With approximately $3 billion in sales and 4,000 employees worldwide, we have a material presence in more than 20 countries.

Position Summary

The Finance Manager plays a critical role in driving financial performance, strategic planning, and decision support for a large minerals division. This role owns full P&L responsibility, leads forecasting and budgeting processes, and provides high‑impact financial insights to senior leadership. As a trusted business partner to Operations, Commercial, Product Management, and Accounting teams, the Finance Manager translates complex data into clear, actionable recommendations that directly influence strategy, profitability, and capital allocation. This position requires a seasoned finance professional with strong judgment, systems expertise, and the ability to operate independently at a high level.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Own and manage full P&L for a large minerals division; lead month‑end close, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Identify and communicate key drivers of financial performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Lead development of the long‑term strategic plan and annual operating budget.
• Deliver profitability analysis across customers, products, markets, and sales channels to support commercial strategy.
• Provide financial leadership on key initiatives including working capital, cash flow optimization, freight, and productivity.
• Enhance executive‑level management reporting and Board‑ready financial communications.
• Partner cross‑functionally with Accounting, Plant Operations, Commercial, and Product Management leaders.
• Support enterprise systems initiatives including EPM integration and analytics enhancements.
• Contribute to M&A evaluation, due diligence, and post‑integration activities as needed.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, reporting, and analytical rigor.

Specialized/Technical Knowledge or Required Skills

• 7+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, finance leadership, consulting, audit, or similar high‑caliber environments.
• Demonstrated success owning P&L, forecasting, and strategic financial planning.
• Advanced Excel skills; strong experience with Power BI and Oracle analytics preferred.
• Proven ability to translate complex financial data into clear, executive‑level insights.
• Strong business acumen, analytical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Comfortable managing large datasets, multiple priorities, and ambiguity with minimal supervision.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Ability to travel domestically as needed.

Our employees are our strongest asset, and their safety, health, and well-being is our highest priority. We respect the individual by providing opportunities for professional and personal development. Our Principles drive us to create an inclusive workplace where employees share core values, show dignity and respect toward others, and work hard to achieve their best performance.  

J.M. Huber Corporation is an EEO employer. Pre-employment drug screening is required