Business Segment Controller (40055)

As a key financial leader within our organization the Segment Controller will play a critical role in shaping and driving the financial success of Clariants Oil Business. Based in The Woodlands TX this role is designed for a strategic forward-thinking professional who thrives on delivering results challenging the status quo and partnering closely with senior leadership. This position offers the opportunity to impact global operations contribute to growth strategy execution and join a performance-driven team that values integrity agility and collaboration. Reporting directly to the Head of Controlling- Care Chemicals and working in close alignment with Segment Heads you will help define financial strategies enhance operational performance and influence key business decisions in a complex international environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic finance partner to Segment Head(s) co-owning financial performance and KPIs.
• Ensure excellence in segment controlling infrastructure including budgeting forecasting and financial reporting.
• Drive cost control pricing and margin management risk mitigation and net working capital optimization.
• Support and lead segment-related M&A activities (screening modeling structuring).
• Act as the BUs regional finance partner depending on location-specific needs.
• Foster collaboration within the global controlling team promoting performance improvement and process efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in business administration or a related field.
• Minimum of 57 years in financial controlling or finance roles within complex matrix organization
• Hands-on experience with M&A processes and financial modeling preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office; SAP or other ERP systems is a plus.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are highly valued.

Whats in it for you

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurances
• Paid Holidays
• PTO time with a carry-over benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• EAP Program
• Spending and Savings Accounts
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Online discount Mall
• Auto/Home Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Plan

Hannah Andrepont
Talent Acquisition Manager US & CA

Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline Greater chemistry - between people and planet which considers the principles of customer innovation and people orientation as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.
At Clariant we believe that diversity equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed respected supported and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives experiences and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization based on objective criteria and regardless of gender gender identity race ethnicity religion protected veteran status age disability sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.

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Clariant Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity disability protected Veteran status or any other protected class as established by law.

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