United States Steel Corporation has announced the appointment of Jessica T. Graziano as senior vice president and chief financial officer. Graziano will take over the position directly from David B. Burritt, president and chief executive officer.

Graziano will be responsible for all aspects of finance, including financial planning and analysis, corporate accounting, tax, treasury, pension investments and investor relations. He will also be instrumental in advancing the company’s Best for All® strategy of providing cost-effective steel solutions for people and the planet, an appointment effective August 8, 2022.

Following the new appointment, David B. Burritt, President of the company notes “her extensive experience in financial operations leadership and proven track record of strong results will be invaluable to the company. As we continue to execute our Best for All strategy, Jessica’s strong leadership will be a great asset to US Steel.” He adds, “This is an exciting time to join US Steel.”

Prior to joining US Steel, Graziano spent eight years at United Rentals, Inc, the world’s largest equipment rental provider, culminating in her position as executive vice president and chief financial officer from 2018 through July 2022. In this role, she was responsible for all financial functions and was involved in making key operational, acquisition and global expansion decisions.

Founded in 1901, leading steel producer United States Steel Corporation serves the automotive, construction, appliance, energy, container and packaging industries with high value-added steel products, such as US Steel’s patented XG3™ advanced high-strength steel. US Steel is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with world-class operations in the United States and Central Europe.