Manager-Financial Reporting 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

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Chemicals, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s in Accounting with at least ten years of progressive accounting experience in both public accounting and the private sector, preferably with a chemical or refinery company
CPA certification
Experience with SEC reporting and general accounting
MBA preferred
Proficient with spreadsheet programs, including Excel
Knowledge of computerized accounting systems, SAP and BPC/EPM
Previous supervisory experience
Ability to quickly learn the tools and software currently being used by the Company
Physical abilities: frequently sit, stand, walk, use hands, reach, talk/hear; occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, lift up to 10 pounds; specific vision abilities (close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, adjust focus)

Responsibilities

Manage all financial reporting functions, including benefits accounting and financial reporting
Prepare SEC filings and other regulatory reporting, including 10Q’s, 10K, 8K and other filings as necessary
Prepare and review supporting documents for SEC filings (including XBRL, cash flows, guarantor financials) and other regulatory reporting
Keep current with technical accounting pronouncements and SEC reporting trends, analyze impact on the Company
Conduct technical SEC and U.S. GAAP research and write accounting position papers
Project lead implementation of new accounting standards, including technical research, process design, communication and coordination with other functions
Work closely with external auditors and provide data and analyses as needed
Prepare monthly internal management reporting package and other analyses
Manage accounting for stock-based compensation, employee pension plans, derivative financial instruments (commodity hedge contracts, net investment hedge, interest rate swaps, foreign currency hedge contracts)
Ensure appropriate controls in accounting and reporting areas and enforce compliance by staff
Monitor and identify performance enhancements via automation, computerization, and/or paper flow
Perform primary thinking for the role
Comply with all Company policies and procedures
Support continuous improvement and operational excellence, review areas for opportunities, initiate projects, communicate ideas, participate on project teams
Train and develop staff, provide performance feedback and coaching
Handle any additional responsibilities or tasks assigned