Financial Analyst

Occidental Petroleum Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Fully-furnished corporate housing

9/80 work schedule

401(k) with 14% company match

Pregnancy/Bonding leave

Job summary

Occidental Petroleum Corporation is seeking a candidate for a two-year rotational Accounting program in Houston. The role exposes you to multiple facets of the oil and gas industry and builds a network across accounting departments.

Ideal candidates have a passion for accounting, excel in data analysis, and can manage multiple tasks with timely communication to internal and external partners. Oxy emphasizes development, collaboration, and career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field with minimum 18 accounting hours.
• GPA of at least 2.85 overall; 3.0 in accounting courses.
• Graduation date between Dec 2026 and May 2027 as a requirement.
• Demonstrates initiative and teamwork; communicates with internal & external clients.
• Excellent Excel spreadsheet experience; ability to handle data and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly close duties, including data analysis and journal entries.
• Prepare account reconciliations and contribute to special accounting projects.
• Rotate through accounting departments to gain broad exposure.

Skills

Accounting

Excel

Communication

Initiative

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

18 accounting credits

GPA 2.85 (4.0 scale)

Graduation Dec 2026 – May 2027

Tools

Excel

Job description

## Financial AnalystApply: Posted 30+ Days Ago: JR110271Oxy produces, markets and transports oil and natural gas to maximize value and provide resources fundamental to life. The company leverages its global leadership in carbon management to advance lower-carbon technologies and products. Headquartered in Houston, Oxy primarily operates in the United States, Middle East and North Africa. To learn more, visit OxyOxy strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment and positively impacting our communities where we do business.**Rotational Accountant Program:**College new hires will be placed in a two-year rotational accounting program. This program will expose you to multiple facets of the oil and natural gas industry and enables you to build a valuable network of contacts throughout Oxy. Upon completion of the program, you will be placed in a role within one of the accounting departments.**Ideal Candidates Will....*** Have a passion for accounting, being current on and understanding the latest accounting trends* Be excited to familiarize themselves with the basics of oil and gas industry accounting* Be introduced to multiple accounting departments during the rotational program during the two year program.* Perform monthly close duties throughout the rotational program that would include, but are not limited to, analyzing data, preparing journal entries, performing accounting reconciliations and other special projects as needed.**Required Qualifications:*** **Alert:** To be considered for this role please upload your last semester transcript when prompt to upload attachments. Please include your most recent resume and most recent transcript.* Must maintain minimum cumulative 2.85 GPA on a 4.0 scale, 3.0 in Accounting Courses* Must have a graduation date of December 2026 – May 2027* Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field (min 18 hours of accounting credit)* Must demonstrate initiative and interact effectively with others in a team environment* Must communicate effectively with internal & external clients* Must be able to manage multiple tasks and meet short deadlines* Excellent fundamental accounting skills* Fluctuations in workloads will require some overtime* Excellent Excel spreadsheet experience* Oxy regrets that we are unable to sponsor employment visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position**Benefits*** Competitive salary* Begin investing to your 401(K) and Retirement on your first day with combined 14% company matching* Relocation Assistance and/or fully-furnished Corporate Housing provided, if applicable* 9/80 Work Schedule. Enjoy a 3-day weekend every other week!* Pregnancy/Bonding Leave and Family Care Leave**Location*** Houston, Texas**Application Instructions:**Please complete an online application at www.oxy.com/careers/earlycareerand search for **Accountant** in the “search available positions” section. You must upload a resume and a transcript in order to be fully considered for the position.