Senior Financial Analyst

ABOUT US:

NewMarket Corporation, headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, is the parent company of Afton Chemical Corporation (Afton), Ethyl Corporation (Ethyl), American Pacific Corporation (AMPAC) and Calca Solutions (Calca). Afton is a leading manufacturer and marketer of performance enhancing fuel and lubricant additives with operations around the world. Ethyl distributes gasoline performance additives throughout North America and provides terminal storage and distribution services from its Houston, Texas facility. AMPAC is a U.S. manufacturer of specialty materials primarily used in solid rocket motors for the aerospace and defense industries. Calca is the leading U.S. manufacturer of UltraPure and high purity hydrazine most notably used for in-space propulsion by satellites, space probes and other space vehicles. Calca’s hydrazine derivatives play a vital role in the manufacture of products used in agricultural, pharmaceutical, water treatment, and industrial applications.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Financial Planning & Forecasting: Lead financial planning, forecasting, and performance tracking for the supported sales organization, including volume, revenue, gross margin, operating expenses, and other key commercial metrics. Identify trends, risks, and opportunities and communicate their expected financial impact.
2. Commercial Performance Analysis: Analyze sales and financial performance across customers, products, channels, territories, and other relevant business segments. Develop insights into key performance drivers and provide recommendations to improve revenue growth, margin, and overall profitability.
3. Business Partner: Serve as a trusted finance partner to Sales & Marketing by providing financial perspectives on business decisions, customer opportunities, pricing actions, investments, resource allocation, and other commercial initiatives.
4. Profitability & Business Case Analysis: Develop financial models and business cases to evaluate deal opportunities. Assess expected returns, profitability, sensitivities, and financial trade-offs to support informed decision-making.
5. Reporting, Insights & Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve reporting, forecasting, data quality, and analytical processes through standardization and automation.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE MINIMUMS:

• BS degree in Finance, Business or another relevant field
• Demonstrated advanced knowledge of financial analysis principles, typically acquired after at least 7 years of experience in financial analysis roles increasing in responsibility.
• Work experience as a financial business partner with a demonstrated track record of influencing business leaders
• Advanced modeling ability and large data navigation skills and experience are a must

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

• MBA
• Experience with SAP Finance software or comparable ERP systems
• Work experience in the petroleum additive or petrochemical industries
• Work experience as a financial business partner supporting a commercial sales organization
• Experience working with a CRM (customer relationship management) system.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Superior analytical skills; the ability to effectively translate data into actionable information
• Effective leadership skills and the ability to work productively in a cross functional team environment
• Influencing, negotiating, and diplomacy skills
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to travel as required

Working at NewMarket

Who We Are - We're a diverse, global family of individuals, who share a passion for developing innovative solutions. We build our professional relationships on respect, integrity and a commitment to safety and quality. Just as these values apply to our professional relationships, they also apply to the way we feel about our neighbors and communities.

Our Work - At NewMarket, our innovative R&D programs lead to global growth. Our lubricant and fuel additives are among the most highly developed and widely used in the petroleum industry. Afton is a recognized and trusted supplier of driveline lubricant additives, engine oil additives, fuel additives and industrial lubricant additives.

Benefits / Compensation - Our employees are our most treasured asset and we are committed to recognizing and rewarding our employees for their commitment on an ongoing basis.  In addition to the salary listed above, we offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:

• 100% Company funded Pension Plan
• 401kSavings Plan including a company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
•  Life Insurance
•  Dependent and Personal Accident Insurance
• Identity Theft insurance

 Pay Range:  $90,000 - $100,000

The pay range displayed on each job posting reflects the previously determined minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries; within the range, individual pay is determined by factors including job scope, job-related skills, experience and relevant education or training.  Please note that the pay range listed in this posting reflects the base salary only and does not include the value of benefits that are provided in addition to the salary for this position.

An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.