Finance Business Partner, US/Canada

Now Hiring! Finance Business Partner

Location: Southfield, MI, USA (Hybrid)

We are looking for a Finance Business Partner to join our Surventis team in Southfield, Michigan

New finish, Proven expertise. Bolder ambition.

If you're someone who inspires others, owns their impact and wants to elevate what they do, you'll fit right in.

Until July 1, our business was part of BASF. As part of the current transition, all job listings and the application process are still hosted on the BASF platform and therefore fully presented in BASF branding. Please do not be confused by this: All roles are positions at Surventis, and your application will be submitted to us.

At Surventis, we go beyond the surface - in everything we do. We put customers at the center, think one step ahead, and develop solutions that create real value and lasting partnerships. We inspire each other to think further, take ownership of our work, and constantly push to elevate what's possible. If you bring your full self, challenge the obvious answer, and want to grow with a team that means it - this is your place.

As a Finance Business Partner, you will…

Due to the strategic realignment of Surventis, a dedicated finance organization is being established. This presents an exciting opportunity to develop and shape the local finance function from its foundation. We are looking for a local Finance Business Partner in Southfield, that will act as the central local finance contact for the USA.

• In your new role, you are the communication point between the business units, the third-party business process provider (BPO) and Corporate Accounting


• You ensure that country-specifics such as local US GAAP, IFRS and local tax laws are correctly reflected in the local financial statements


• You act as the local caretaker for accounting & controlling topics, taking responsibility for local balance sheet & P&L


• We expect clear ownership of all local E2E processes, maintaining high-quality standards in the region and being the primary person for compliance-related topics

If you have…

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Controlling, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field; additional certifications such as CMA or CPA are an advantage


• 5+ years of work experience combining Accounting and Controlling/FP&A in a multinational corporation


• Experience in the chemicals industry or related industry, particularly during transitions or carve-outs, is highly beneficial


• Strong understanding of Accounting and Management Accounting processes, local GAAP, IFRS and process optimization methodologies


• Proficiency in SAP R/3 and S/4, BI tools (e.g. Power BI, SAC), process mapping tools, and advanced MS Office skills


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence diverse stakeholders in a multicultural environment


• Fluency in English is required

What we offer…

• We offer an attractive salary with individual benefits such as performance-related bonuses. Company-funded supplementary health insurance, accident insurance and pension related benefits


• We offer a wide range of local and global development and career opportunities for professional and personal development


• Surventis stands for diversity - we are proud of our Coatings employee networks WomenInCoatings, Color Pride and CultiConnect


• The feedback culture is firmly integrated into our corporate culture, e.g. through regular employee surveys and management feedback

Privacy statement

Surventis takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request financial information of any kind via email, private text message or direct message on any social medial platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never send a candidate a check for equipment or request any type of payment during the job application process.

Equal employment opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.