Controller, Na Jobs

We provide solutions for a better tomorrow.

Borealis is one of the world's leading providers of advanced and sustainable polyolefin solutions and a European front-runner in polyolefins recycling. In Europe, we are a market leader in base chemicals and fertilizers. We leverage our polymer expertise and decades of experience to offer value adding, innovative and circular material solutions for key industries such as consumer products, energy, healthcare, infrastructure and mobility. In re-inventing essentials for sustainable living, we build on our commitment to safety, our people, innovation and technology, and performance excellence. We are accelerating the transformation to a circular economy of polyolefins and expanding our geographical footprint to better serve our customers around the globe.

Houston, TX (hybrid role 2 days a week remote)

We go beyond boundaries. Together.

Role Purpose:

The Controller NAM is contributing to the financial planning, forecasting, and analysis activities for the North American region. This includes supporting the budgeting and forecasting process, providing financial analysis and insights to support decision-making, and collaborating with other departments to ensure the financial success of the region. Additionally, this role will be responsible for the preparation and presentation of monthly financial reports, which will be used to inform management decisions and track performance. With the significant growth in the region, both organic and via the new Baystar JV, this role is critical to support the financial goals of the organization.

Area of responsibility:

· Prepare monthly management reporting of NAM legal entities

· Analysing performance vs. plans and targets (e.g. BSC, KPIs, benchmarking) for legal entity as well as sales region North America and continuously searching for improvement of business and financial performance. Preparation of financial forecasts for Borealis Compounds Inc. (‘BCI’) and sales region NAM

· Performing profitability and fixed costs analysis

· Provide the management team with analytical analysis to support decision making to improve profitability of BCI and Sales region NAM

· Coordinates with regional Sales, Supply Chain and Operations to prepare annual budget and rolling financial forecasts

· Supporting local investment planning process and preparation of business cases

· Monthly management reports for the region

· Financial forecasts and budget including short-term and long-term projections

· Regular financial reviews and presentations highlighting key financial performance metrics, risks and opportunities

· Financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic decision-making and growth initiatives

· Monthly reports on variances between actual and budgeted results

· Financial models and tools to support the organization’s operations and growth

· Internal stakeholders: working closely with other departments within the local organization, including but not limited to Sales, Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain and the Baystar JV. Furthermore partnering with group functions in Europe to support information requests.

Requirements:

· Bachelor degree in finance, accounting or economics. Masters Degree is a plus.

· Professional certification like CFA, CMA is plus.

· Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial planning, forecasting, and analysis, in a multinational company. Industry knowledge (petrochemicals) a plus

· Experience in creating and managing financial models and reports.

· Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting methodologies.

· Working with cross-functional teams and collaborating with other departments

· SAP knowledge (FI/CO), Analysis for Office, Microsoft 365 (Excel, Powerpoint, Sharepoint, Teams), PowerBI a plus

· Strong analytical skills: The ability to collect, analyze and interpret large amounts of financial data and to identify trends and patterns that can help inform strategic decisions.

· Financial modelling: The ability to create complex financial models to forecast future performance and to identify potential risks and opportunities.

· Communication skills: The ability to effectively communicate financial information to a non-financial audience, and to work collaboratively with other stakeholders

· Project management skills: The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and to meet tight deadlines.

· Advanced Excel skills: Strong proficiency in Excel

· Strategic thinking and problem-solving: The ability to think strategically, identify problems and opportunities, and develop creative solutions.

· Time management: The ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test and background check.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Referral program
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Work Location: One location