Associate Director - Technical Accounting at Westlake

Houston, Texas, United States

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

Full TimeJob Type

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Chemicals, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required
Big 4 public accounting and/or transactional technical accounting experience required
Minimum of 12 years progressive accounting experience in public accounting, financial reporting and/or technical accounting roles
Thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP
Strong technical writing skills
Experience in the implementation and handling of complex U.S. GAAP accounting matters
Proven ability to research, clearly articulate and document complex technical accounting issues
Strong technical knowledge of SEC reporting requirements, SOX compliance and internal controls
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical accounting issues to both financial and non-financial stakeholders
Self-motivated, team-oriented individual who works well under tight deadlines and/or under pressure
Strong organizational and time management skills, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously
Willingness to work extended hours when working towards reporting or project deadlines
Familiarity with SAP, Hana S4, JDE, or other major ERP systems preferred
Experience in chemicals, manufacturing, or related industries preferred

Responsibilities

Provide global oversight of technical accounting matters and proactively assess the impact of new U.S. GAAP accounting standards and trends
Proactively participate in the research and analysis of complex accounting matters, communicating results succinctly in plain English
Prepare and/or review accounting position papers to document the accounting considerations, impact and conclusions of said accounting matters
Establish themselves as a partner and “go-to” resource for technical accounting guidance to Senior Management, Controllers and others
Manage the development of, and updates to, the Company’s accounting policies
Assist with the assessment and implementation of new accounting policies and internal controls
Ensure that accounting policies are well understood and partner with Operational Accounting and other teams to reinforce and operationalize accounting policies
Lead cross-functional implementation of Controllership organization initiatives, including M&A due diligence, integration, and other strategic initiatives
Collaborate with internal and independent auditors on technical accounting matters, the quarterly reviews and annual audits
Manage the Technical Accounting group, including training and development of the staff
Provide performance feedback and coaching to develop a team of high-performing professionals that add value and contribute to the Company’s success
Ensure appropriate and adequate internal controls in the Technical Accounting function
Enforce control compliance by staff
Fully support Company goals of continuous improvement and operational excellence at strategic and tactical levels
Assist in the evaluation of and improvement in the effectiveness of internal controls and financial reporting
Any additional responsibilities or special projects as assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

U.S. GAAPTechnical AccountingAccounting ResearchAccounting PoliciesPosition PapersM&A Due DiligenceInternal ControlsFinancial Reporting

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What qualifications are required for the Associate Director - Technical Accounting role?

A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Big 4 public accounting and/or transactional technical accounting experience, and minimum of 12 years progressive accounting experience in public accounting, financial reporting and/or technical accounting roles are required. Thorough knowledge of U.S. GAAP is also essential.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the company culture like at Westlake?

Westlake offers an entrepreneurial environment where employees work together to enhance peoples' lives through products and community presence, supporting continuous improvement and operational excellence.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

Strong candidates will have a CPA, Big 4 experience, 12+ years in progressive accounting roles, and deep U.S. GAAP knowledge, along with leadership skills to manage the Technical Accounting group and provide guidance as a subject matter expert.