Analyst Principal at Westlake

Houston, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Chemicals, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting
Progressive technical and operational business experience preferably in a petrochemical or related field
7+ years of relevant experience in accounting or finance related fields
CPA, CFA, or MBA preferred
Strong financial analysis and cost accounting experience preferred
Ability to develop strong relationships and credibility with key internal teams and business units
Ability to analyze and comment on financial statements and forecasts
Strong critical thinker with the ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a high functioning team
Strong oral and written communication / presentation skills
Mastery of Excel to quickly create models and perform analyses

Responsibilities

Operate with a minimum of direct supervision as a self-starter who works well individually and in a team environment
Generate monthly and quarterly financial and sales reports, presentations and related analysis for the Division Controller and Westlake’s Senior Management
Prepare the monthly review and reporting of key metrics and key variance analysis for the Chlorovinyls Business, assist in the analysis and interpretation of trends and variations in the performance of the component businesses
Deliver the results of analysis to the Chlorovinyls Manager-Financial Planning, in a concise and clear manner
Research relevant market and macroeconomic trends and incorporate insights into ongoing work products
Monitor accuracy and completeness of statistical accounting for Chlorovinyls segment, and maintain accuracy of divisional eliminations in consolidated reporting
Assist the Chlorovinyls Manager-Financial Planning in annual budgeting process by communicating and coordinating with relevant stakeholders, completing necessary analysis, templates and reports
Support the Chlorovinyls business monthly forecasting processes, including preparation for analysis and fluxes, and issuing templates and reports
Provide ad hoc reports and analysis to senior management
Identify, design and implement enhancements to existing planning, forecasting and reporting processes and systems
Perform other assignments as they relate to financial analysis and forecasting as requested
Provide BPC reports as requested and assist field locations as needed with BPC issues
Comply with all Company policies and procedures
Other duties as assigned