WHY DO WE NEED YOU?

The CFO of the SGP Business is a key member of the Business leadership team. Reporting to the General Manager of SGP, the role provides overall financial leadership for the Business and partners with senior leaders to support performance, profitability, and strategic execution.

The CFO is responsible for financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, long‑term planning, and the preparation of regular management reporting. The role ensures accurate financial reporting, effective internal controls, and compliance with Group policies, while safeguarding company assets. Responsibilities also include oversight of cash management, credit and collections, and financial support for investment decisions and external growth initiatives.

The CFO leads continuous improvement of finance processes, systems, and reporting tools, and works cross‑functionally to support efficient operations and informed decision‑making. Through direct leadership of the SGP finance team, the role drives standardization, discipline, and the adoption of best practices and new technologies.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

Essential Functions

Finance

Plan, organize, and control all accounting, budgeting, strategic planning, financial analysis, support of credit and collections efforts, and liaison as necessary regarding tax activities of the business unit in accordance with corporate financial policies and procedures.
Lead/oversee recurring budgets and reforecasts, long term planning, business financial reviews, monthly/ad hoc internal financial statement packages and other related reports to executive management.
Partners with other members of the executive management team to identify critical business issues and establish corrective actions Assure accurate accounting and reporting of business unit financial transactions and related analysis, alert management to trends and problems.
Prepare operating and capital budgets; report and analyze performance against same. Advise on recommended investments and return on potential investments.
Identifies and explains variances from expected performance to operating and executive management providing proactive solutions to financial and business issues.

Strategic Planning & Events

Participate and lead preparation of business plans and provide financial evaluation and interpretation of alternatives.
Act as a business partner to the Ceramics NAM leadership team and other members of the SBU management team(s).
Understand and ensure proper strategic alignment with the Ceramics NAM vision.
Manages required tasks related to any merger and or acquisition events.
Reviewing potential acquisitions and recommend purchase price. Perform due diligence and lead process integration.

Compliance

Ensure proper communication and adherence to all Saint-Gobain business control policies, compliance and safeguards. Lead efforts to drive adherence to our ICRF.
Establish and implement Company accounting and control/compliance (ICRF) policies and procedures

People Development

Lead, develop and coach both direct reports, site controllers and other managers in the business. Manage the performance and development of team members and provide input regarding dotted line team members.

TO MAKE SURE NOTHING IS FORGOTTEN

Qualifications

Bachelor Degree in Finance or Accounting required
Master's/MBA and/or CPA highly preferred
10 or more years’ finance experience in manufacturing and an understanding of controller functions is required. Prior experience should include roles as Site Controller, Director of Finance or other Senior Management positions. A global context is highly preferred.
Excellent analytical skills, communications skills, and interpersonal skills are required.
A thorough knowledge of company accounting policies and practices and understanding of the operations of the business unit served is essential.
Expert level experience with ERPs as well as advance PC skills is required. This position requires a broad-based financial background that normally would be acquired through formal education in accounting theory and practice supplemented by progressive experience in several areas of finance.
Experience in the areas of supply chain and information technology, including project management and roadmap development.

A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US

Saint-Gobain Specialty Grains and Powders designs and manufactures tailored material solutions for our customers, worldwide. Our advanced ceramic materials solutions enable our customers to meet the toughest application requirements in a broad range of markets, such as: Abrasives, Aerospace, Automotive, Energy, Semiconductors and many others. We work in close collaboration with customers at any step of their journey. We are going further together!

LEGAL STATEMENT

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.

Benefits In Joining Us

Certain locations require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the national pay range for this position which is $165,000.00 to $264,500.00 per year. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 24% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $205,200.00-TTC to $327,900.00-TTC. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee. This role may also be eligible to participate in the Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program which is awarded annually at management’s discretion.

Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life. Be Well. Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.

Health and Well-being – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
LiveWell Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan
Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and
Accident Insurance
Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want
Commuter Benefits
Group Legal

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