Director of Financial Planning and Analysis, EMEA

At Quaker Houghton, we are experts in the development, production and application of industrial process fluids, lubricants and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part in the growth of the world's largest industrial and manufacturing companies from aerospace and automotive to primary metal and energy. Today, we have a global presence, with our corporate headquarters located in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its colleagues and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs.

As Regional Business Partner FP&A Director you oversee EMEA financial planning and analysis processes and lead the EMEA Commercial FP&A team while partnering closely with the Segment SVP, Corporate & Regional Controllers, Business Unit leaders and the other global FP&A teams.

An exciting opportunity focused on driving business performance through process improvement, harmonization and standardization while leading and developing an international team through effective change management.

What will you do?

• Oversee the team responsible for all Commercial financial planning and analysis activities, driving data driven Business decisions
• Continue to evolve the FP&A team, including team structure, assessing team's skills and financial tools, enhancing the business partner model between Commercial and Finance
• Provide timely analysis and prepared insights to Commercial Leader in order to best position the Business team for future performance enhancement and overall decision making
• Oversee development, implementation and on-going preparation of action oriented financial analysis, leading to improved financial performance of the Segment - Full P&L performance of the segment
• Lead commentary and analytics over monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting
• Lead the Segment annual budget and quarterly forecast including relevant financial analysis around Segment P&L performance, including sales and margins, plus make recommendations for improvement
• Partner closely with the other FP&A Financial Leaders to ensure direct linkage between departments, and consistent support across all functions
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting process for Segment performance, which culminates in comprehensive quarterly meetings with CEO/CFO describing in-depth performance KPI's by product lines / regions (or inter-function departments). Ensure these reviews are consistent and succinct in format, focusing on deep understanding of performance drivers and facilitating discussion around future performance and key decisions.
• Enhance overall analysis over working capital through consistent reporting and projecting, and proactive activities such as contract term review, capital investment review, and inventory management analysis.
• Primary point of contact for the Segment Leader, ensure one version of the truth for all Regional reporting and analysis.
• Partner with the BI, JDE, and Controllership teams to ensure transaction and GL data is accurate and complete, enabling each all FP&A's associates to provide accurate and timely analysis. Partner with other FP&A Leaders to development standardized performance dashboards
• Lead specific FP&A projects directly related to the Segment and/or Global Commercial. Often with a focus on profitability and internal and external drives
• Direct manager of Regional FP&A team members. Provide timely feedback, focus on development, and ensure the highest level or engagement and performance for these crucial roles.

What are we looking for?

Experience: Proven track record in leading transformational process improvement projects with at least 10 years progressive, related experience in regional finance functions, with specific focus on FP&A, analysis and FP&A compilation, analysis and reporting.

• Knowledge of business partnership and profitability enhancement required.
• Knowledge of chemicals, steel and metalworking industry and automotive industry preferred. Global or multi-national business experience strongly preferred.
• Team leadership experience is a must.

Languages: English professional level spoken and written is necessary, any additional European language skills will be highly valued.

Soft skills: High Safety conscious. Safety is at the core of our culture. Initiative and a proactive approach, balanced with strong business and process acumen. Superior analytical and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated leadership, change management success and strong influence and communications skills.

IT skills: Word processing, Spreadsheets, Accounting software, General Ledger, Internet software, E-mail, Database software - ERP, Business Intelligence and Business Analytics Software.

What's in it for you?

• Work-life balance with a hybrid & flexible working schedule.
• Competitive pay and bonus opportunities.
• Pension scheme, health insurance, fitness allowance and other social benefits.
• Volunteering leave to dedicate to the cause of your choice.
• Dress for the day policy.
• QH University: Continuous training platform for all seniority levels.
• Attractive Wellbeing, Mental Health, Women Inclusion & D&I programs.
• Join a international and dynamic team that expects proactive and innovative initiatives.

Who are we?

We are a global leader in industrial process and mechanical engineering present in 40+ countries. We are continually improving and innovating so the world's industrial manufacturers can stay ahead in a changing world. Throughout our 100+ locations, our engineers, chemists, and industry experts partner with our customers to play a key role in helping them run even more efficiently, even more effectively, whatever comes next.

Our values: Live Safe, Exceed Customer Expectations, Drive Results, Embrace Diversity, Act with integrity and Do Great Things Together.

Our core values embody who we are as a company, guide our decisions and inspire us. Our commitment to these values, in words and actions, builds a safer, stronger Quaker Houghton. They are the fundamental beliefs that guide our internal conduct and our relationship with the outside world.

Join the team and let's do great things together!