Finance Manager

Cabot Corporation (NYSE: CBT) is a leading global specialty chemicals and performance materials company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Our businesses deliver a broad range of products and solutions to customers in every corner of the globe, serving the transportation, infrastructure, environment and consumer industry sectors. We bring the power of innovative chemistry to solve customers' challenges today while preparing them to meet tomorrow’s needs. Our commitment to innovation is driven by a passion to advance our customers' businesses through our deep understanding of their applications and the global trends that impact their operations. If you do not meet every requirement, or your experience is slightly different that what we have listed, we still encourage you to apply!   Your Role at Cabot Cabot’s Port Jérôme plant in Normandy, France, is part of a global manufacturing network and produces carbon black, serving a wide range of industrial applications. Together with a dedicated team, we operate and continuously improve the site, with a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and sustainability. Working at Cabot Carbon Black means being part of a diverse, international organization offering excellent opportunities for learning and professional development. We are currently looking for an Accounting & Finance Manager to join the Port Jérôme Leadership Team.   In this role, you will be responsible for the site’s financial management, including financial reporting, planning, and compliance activities. You will work closely with the Shared Services Center based in Latvia and the site's operational teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting, in line with Cabot’s global standards and applicable accounting principles. You will also contribute to strategic initiatives and continuous improvement projects. If you are an experienced finance professional looking to make a tangible impact within a global organization, we invite you to join Cabot Port Jérôme.   How You Will Make an Impact Lead all accounting and financial reporting activities for the Port Jérôme site, in close collaboration with the Shared Services Center team. Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, ensuring accuracy and timely completion. Prepare statutory accounts, tax returns, and VAT filings in compliance with French regulations. Ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements while maintaining a robust internal control environment (SOX – Sarbanes-Oxley). Lead the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting cycles, working closely with finance teams and operational leaders to align financial plans with strategic objectives. Prepare transfer pricing documentation (Local File) with the support of external consultants. Manage relationships with the Statutory Auditor and the French tax authorities. Act as a business partner to the Port Jérôme Site Director and Leadership Team, providing data-driven financial…