Manager LRP & OneStream Governance

Lyondell Basell North America•Houston, TX

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

LyondellBasell is a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-year legacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietary MoReTec recycling technology, LYB is enabling a more sustainable future for generations to come. LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. LYB places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. We're addressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society.Come Join an Inclusive TeamThis role contributes to deliver value and drives excellence in the following areas: Long Range Plan (‘LRP’) process Performance Plan process (budgeting) Corporate Financial Analysis and Reporting Corporate OneStream governance Your expertise will be essential in supporting the Long Range Plan and Performance Plan processes, corporate OneStream strategy, other strategic initiatives and special projects while delivering insightful forecast analysis and ad hoc analysis supporting leadership. This role requires a solid understanding of the planning and forecasting process and how internal and external data sources are integrated and utilized to ensure accurate analysis supporting strategic decision-making and promote consistent and standardized data usage across the organization enabling reliable data-driven insights. This role reports to the Senior Manager LRP & OneStream Governance.A Day in the Life Support the annual LRP and performance plan processes, collaborating with businesses to deliver consolidated corporate financial views. Provide in-depth financial/economic analysis and prepare high-quality presentation materials to support Board meetings, Capital Markets Day, ongoing corporate/finance strategy development, and other ad hoc management requests. Contribute to the development of the company’s enterprise driver model to support enterprise-wide forecasting and scenario analysis. Lead and/or actively participate in corporate initiatives and cross-functional projects to drive continuous improvement and efficiencies in FP&A and other Finance processes including: Support corporate governance and strategy for the standardized use of and enhanced OneStream. Support the implementation of corporate transformation initiatives. Develop and implement corporate predictive analytics / artificial intelligence forecasting models. Partner with the finance organization to standardize and streamline processes, implement improvements, remove roadblocks, and increase the reliability and efficiency of reporting. This role requires robust analytical skills, a finance background and solid understanding of ERP systems, particularly OneStream, to innovate process best practices and manage the implementation process.

Requirements

Accounting, Finance, or related business degree with ideally 10+ years of relevant FP&A (financial planning and analysis), business services, accounting, corporate finance, or other analytical experience required.
Understanding of the enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (e.g. SAP, OneStream, HFM, BPC). Experience with Business intelligence (BI) software is a plus.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively build and maintain solid relationship with internal/external stakeholders, and strong presentation skills to message and communicate results clearly and concisely.
Ability to work under pressure to multi-task, prioritize, and effectively manage key stakeholder expectations.
Ability to make sound decisions, while closely engaging and staying aligned with the rest of the FP&A team and other business service functions.

Nice To Haves

CPA/CFA/MBA preferred.
Experience in the chemical industry or manufacturing environment with strong analytical skills is preferred.
Experience with financial modeling and econometrics is a plus.
Ability to manage process changes with finance project management and implementation experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Support the annual LRP and performance plan processes, collaborating with businesses to deliver consolidated corporate financial views.
Provide in-depth financial/economic analysis and prepare high-quality presentation materials to support Board meetings, Capital Markets Day, ongoing corporate/finance strategy development, and other ad hoc management requests.
Contribute to the development of the company’s enterprise driver model to support enterprise-wide forecasting and scenario analysis.
Lead and/or actively participate in corporate initiatives and cross-functional projects to drive continuous improvement and efficiencies in FP&A and other Finance processes including:
Support corporate governance and strategy for the standardized use of and enhanced OneStream.
Support the implementation of corporate transformation initiatives.
Develop and implement corporate predictive analytics / artificial intelligence forecasting models.
Partner with the finance organization to standardize and streamline processes, implement improvements, remove roadblocks, and increase the reliability and efficiency of reporting.

Benefits

Workplace Flexibility: The Company’s Global Remote Work Policy allows eligible employees to request to work remotely up to two full days per standard work week at an approved location other than the designated worksite or office, such as at a home office with managerial approval
Comprehensive Health, Welfare, Life, and Retirement Programs: Our comprehensive programs are aligned with local practices
6% LYB match on 401(k) contribution
5% LYB cash balance pension plan accrual, Comprehensive
Well-being Benefits: Programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social health, ensuring you receive the care you need, when you need it
Employee Stock Purchase Plan: The LYB ESPP offers a 10% discount on LYB stock for eligible employees in Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, and the US
Educational Assistance Program: To encourage self-development by providing financial aid for approved educational activities voluntarily undertaken by employees
Bravo Rewards Program: Recognizing outstanding employee contributions
Robust Medical and Life Insurance Packages: Offering a variety of coverage options to meet individual needs
Professional Development: Opportunities to learn and grow through training, mentoring, work experiences, community involvement, and team-building activities
Competitive Vacation Policies: Generous annual leave to support your work-life balance.
Global Adoption Policy: Support for employees expanding their families
Matching Gifts Program: Enhance the impact of your charitable contributions to qualified organizations