Senior Accountant

Westlake Chemical; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical seeks an experienced accounting professional to own the financials for a Chlor Alkali & Derivatives manufacturing asset. You will manage the P&L, forecasting, and reporting while ensuring US GAAP compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting with 4–5+ years of progressive accounting experience; CPA/CMA or a Master’s is preferred and French proficiency is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• 4–5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• CPA/CMA or Master’s degree preferred.
• French proficiency preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel.
• Knowledge of SAP and BPC accounting systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own the P&L, Manufacturing Statement and Balance Sheet for a manufacturing plant.
• Prepare monthly variance analysis and reporting packages for management.
• Forecast monthly results, reconcile balance sheet accounts, and support annual budget.
• Coordinate activities across locations and departments; manage tight deadlines.
• Support internal and external audits; ensure US GAAP compliance.

Skills

P&L ownership

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Audit coordination

US GAAP

SAP

Excel

BPC

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA/CMA or Master’s degree preferred

French proficiency preferred

Tools

SAP

BPC

Excel

Job description

SUMMARY

Responsible for the comprehensive accounting functions of specific Chlor Alkali & Derivatives manufacturing assets. Duties include recording, reporting, analyzing, and communicating financial activity and results.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the accounting of a specific manufacturing plant including complete ownership of the P&L, Manufacturing Statement and Balance Sheet accounts.
• Preparation of monthly variance analysis and reporting packages for various Management teams.
• Responsible for monthly forecasting, quarterly balance sheet account reconciliations and annual budget preparation.
• Coordinate and support activities across locations and departments.
• Manage multiple deadlines and respond quickly to management requests.
• Prepare and maintain detailed desk procedures for respective areas of responsibility.
• Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to and effectiveness of internal control in own area of responsibility.
• Facilitate internal and external audit needs.
• Research and application of technical US GAAP requirements.
• Other duties and analysis as assigned by Management.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• 4 to 5 plus years of progressive accounting experience.
• CPA, CMA, or Master’s degree preferred.
• Professional working proficiency in French preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel.
• Knowledge of SAP and BPC accounting systems preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as normally based in an office. Some of the work may be required in the operating units which can require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators. Travel including air travel or auto travel may occasionally be required.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. Headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia, Europe and North America, we provide the building blocks for vital solutions — from housing and construction, to packaging and healthcare, to automotive and consumer. For more information, visit the company's web site at www.westlake.com. Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a global diversified industrial company that manufactures and supplies essential products that enhance the daily lives of people around the globe. Our products, now under a One Westlake brand, supply the necessary building blocks for everyday products across housing and infrastructure, packaging and healthcare, and automotive and consumer goods. Consumers gain the benefits of materials Westlake produces in products such as food packaging, medical devices, soaps and detergents, car interiors, fashion, toys, shoes, furniture, electronics, siding, stone veneer, windows, outdoor living, roofing, and pipe & fittings.

Westlake is proud to contribute to driving a sustainable future through the creation of essential products that are Enhancing Your Life Every Day®.

To view other career opportunities at Westlake and our family of companies, visit https://westlaketalent.com