Westlake · 2 hours ago
Principal - Accounting Analyst (Cost Accounting / Analysis)
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
7+ years expWestlake is seeking a Principal - Accounting Analyst to prepare and perform detailed accounting for several manufacturing locations. The role involves supporting production and cost structure, collaborating with plant managers, and ensuring financial accuracy through various accounting duties and responsibilities.
ChemicalManufacturingMedical
Responsibilities
May include, but are not limited to, the following: Operates with a minimum of direct supervision and requires a self-starter who works well individually or in a team environment
Adhere to Monthly Close Timeline & Control Checklist, Journal entry prep and authorization compliance
Prepare assigned reports/analyses for monthly internal management reporting package, including other analyses as needed including production and cost structure and for benchmarking
Collaborate with plant managers on creation of Monthly Forecast
Prepare other plant-level reports in support of plant managers, and or accounting or FPA requests
Prepare support schedules and assigned plants Annual Budget
Ensure goods receipts are properly accrued and matched with vendor invoices, so that outstanding items are cleared timely (GRIR). Ensure vendor invoices are properly processed by plant and purchasing personnel by coordinating and leading resolution efforts
Assist in processing inventory counts and postings. Analyze variances as needed
Assist with BOM Review/Audits. May assist with Standard Cost update recommendations: could include workcenter Labor & Overhead Rates / Throughput Rates / Yield Rates / Overhead Allocation Methodologies
Ensure purchase price standards are kept up to date on a continuous basis. Request/process revaluations to support accuracy
May support development of Capital Projects justifications
Support internal and external auditors by providing data and analyses as needed
May serve as a back-up when individuals are on vacation or absent
Comply with all Company policies and procedures
Any additional responsibilities or tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting with seven plus years of progressive accounting experience in both public accounting and the private sector is required, preferably with a manufacturing background
Knowledge of cost accounting principles, financial statement preparation and analysis is required
Skills necessary analytically to review/analyze accounting and financial data, substantiate financial statement balances as well as prepare financial statement account reconciliation
Thorough attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to consistently meet tight deadlines
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Exhibits clear and concise written and verbal communication
Ability to work and communicate effectively at all organizational levels and across functional areas
Sound planning and organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments
Maintains professionalism and reacts well under pressure
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Preferred
CPA, CMA, or Master's degree preferred
Cost accounting experience is a preferred
Knowledge of computerized accounting systems, preferably SAP and/or JDE, is critical to the position
Must be proficient with spreadsheet programs, including Excel
Knowledge of SAP, BPC, and JDE accounting systems preferred
Company
Westlake
Westlake is a manufacturer and supplier of petrochemicals, polymers and building products. It is a sub-organization of Westlake Chemical Partners.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.2B2025-11-04Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2017-01-07Post Ipo Equity
2004-08-11IPO
Leadership Team
Albert Chao
Chief Executive Officer
Jean-Marc Gilson
President and CEO
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