Director of Finance, FP&A

Job Title : Director of Finance, FP&A (Special Chemicals & Ingredients)

Department : Finance

Reporting to : Vice President of Finance

Location : Danbury, CT

About The Role

We are seeking a dynamic, growth-oriented Director of Finance, FP&A, to join our Finance leadership team. This is a high-impact role for a strategic finance leader with strong business acumen and people leadership skills, who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

In this role, you will partner closely with the business unit leadership and cross-functional teams to lead financial planning and analysis for our Specialty Chemical and Ingredients (SCI) business unit. Business partnering with Sales, Marketing, Commercial and Operations teams plays a critical role in driving our growth agenda.

This role requires someone who can lead all aspects of enterprise planning, as well as execute and take ownership of day-to-day activities. It is an exciting opportunity to oversee the development of advanced financial planning, modelling and analytics tools, and dashboards to support evidence-based decision making.

We look for a Director of Finance, FP&A, with a proven track record of success, leading significant changes through hands‑on accomplishments. Demonstrated leadership competencies should include strategic agility, relationship building, collaboration with executives, business acumen, dealing with ambiguity, planning and priority setting. A healthy dose of curiosity, deep analytical mindset and a desire to drive effective change are essential.

Who We Are

Since 1989, Greenfield Global has been the leading supplier of high-purity alcohols, specialty solvents, custom blended solutions and fuel ethanol to businesses worldwide. Greenfield’s low-carbon ethanol helps industries reduce their carbon emissions and meet environmental objectives. Our team of researchers and engineers continues to lead innovation in sustainable energy and chemicals, including green hydrogen, green methanol, sustainable aviation fuel and renewable natural gas.

Our primary markets are life sciences, food, flavor, fragrance, personal care, beverage alcohols, industrials and renewable fuels. Annually, the company fulfills over 35,000 orders in more than 50 countries through its extensive global supply chain.

Our mission is to unlock the potential of people, partnerships and nature to accelerate sustainable solutions for the health of the planet. If you love enhancing customer experiences and want to join a high-performance team that is passionate about operational excellence and cares about its role in the world and sustainability, Greenfield is the perfect place to build your career.

Job Responsibilities

• Direct the entire Planning cycle (Strategy, Forecast, Budget) for the SC&I business unit. You will:
  • Design, manage and analyze the annual and long-term plans.
  • Be responsible for delivering financial forecasts and analysis.
  • Oversee and manage the continued development of budgeting, forecasting, planning and modelling tools.
  • Establish and drive the execution of FP&A framework, standards and processes and provide financial leadership at a Corporate and operational level.
  • Support any ad‑hoc requests.
• Manage Reporting. You will:
  • Produce accurate and timely financial reports and analysis for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Provide leadership in developing the performance measurement framework and KPIs to track and monitor performance.
  • Identify and assess the financial impact of opportunities and risks, including the development of mitigation strategies.
  • Deliver a business financial package that communicates financial results in a standard and easy-to-understand format for all Management and Senior Leadership audiences.
• Sit on the FP&A Finance leadership team and serve in a broader corporate capacity.
• Provide finance support for the SC&I business unit and management team for financial analysis including competitive analysis, pricing strategies, customer profitability and sales performance.
• Manage and develop a team of three managers committed to delivering strong financial performance and establishing strong business partnerships throughout the organization.

Your Experience Should Include

• Proven leadership experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and the ability to manage a team to deliver high-quality financial analysis, services and results in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated success as a strategic leader fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence during ongoing change.
• Leadership experience building organizational capabilities in your team as well as throughout the broader organization.
• Extensive knowledge in budgeting, forecasting, multi-year strategic planning, modelling and tool development. Multi-currency experience is an asset.
• Able to build strong and collaborative working relationships and networks with internal and external stakeholders.
• A team player ready to participate whenever the need arises.
• Self-motivated, curious, and with a strong desire to make an impact.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Education

• CPA or MBA

Location and Travel Requirements

• Travel is approximately 10‑15% pending business needs.
• Hybrid role: 3 days in office, subject to change based on business needs.

Total Compensation & Care

• Base salary dependent on experience and demonstrated performance
• Formal and informal training opportunities
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Income protection: short- and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, paid personal sick time
• Vacation time exceeding industry standards
• Company-funded retirement savings program with individual contribution opportunities
• Meaningful and challenging work
• Curated intentional culture focused on growth and development, engagement, and communication

Why Join Greenfield?

• We innovate, collaborate and work with purpose. Our mission is to unlock the potential of people, partnerships and nature to accelerate sustainable solutions for the health of the planet, and our work has a positive impact on the environment worldwide.
• If you are passionate about creating exceptional customer experiences, thriving in a culture of innovation, and driving sustainable solutions, Greenfield offers a high-performance team dedicated to making a positive impact on the planet while advancing your career.
• With offices in the U.S., Canada and Ireland, Greenfield Global is family-owned and operated and has been awarded “Canada’s Best Managed Companies” Platinum-level designation since 2015.

Core Principles

• Innovation: We constantly seize opportunities to develop new products, processes and methods to meet the diverse and demanding requirements of our customers.
• Collaboration: We are part catalyst, part collaborator. We work with partners to maximize existing products and develop custom solutions for our customers.
• Responsibility: Our commitment to give back to local communities in the U.S. and Canada goes beyond the bottom line. We give back to the planet by processing renewable resources into low-carbon fuels and chemicals.
• Agility: Our team is fast, flexible and creative, pivoting with customer needs to develop on-time custom solutions.
• Discipline: At every plant and for every customer and every shipment, we put quality first. We operate a tight, transparent supply chain while meeting the highest regulatory standards.

Greenfield Global USA, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or domestic partner status, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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