Supervisor-Accounting at Westlake

Houston, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Strong accounting principles knowledge
Experience with manufacturing accounting (P&L, Manufacturing Statement, Balance Sheet)
Inventory control experience
Variance analysis skills
Ability to analyze financial information and prepare reports
Proficiency in journal entries and account reconciliation
Understanding of internal controls
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and respond to requests

Responsibilities

Plant Accounting Oversight: Responsible for the accounting for one or more manufacturing plants, including complete ownership of the P&L, Manufacturing Statement, and Balance Sheet accounts
Financial Reporting: Prepare and post journal entries, reconcile accounts, and ensure accurate and timely reporting of financials (month-end, quarter-end, and annual close)
Variance Analysis: Analyze variances in balance sheet accounts and income/expense reports; identify issues and drive corrective action
Inventory Management: Analyze inventory change P&L accounts, identify manufacturing variances, and report on unusual spending
Reporting: Prepare and distribute daily, monthly, and quarterly reports, including monthly reporting packages with variance analysis
Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist with preparation of monthly forecasts and annual operating expense and capital budgets
Capital Expenditure (AFE) Review: Review AFE's for compliance, financial integrity, and accuracy; supervise the tracking of the AFE through the approval process
Fixed Asset Management: Ensure accuracy of fixed assets and assist with periodic verification (count)
Collaboration: Interface daily with Operations Managers and production staff; interact with Corporate Headquarters functions (Accounting, Supply Chain & Logistics, IT)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Inventory ControlVariance AnalysisJournal EntriesAccount ReconciliationFinancial ReportingP&L ManagementBalance Sheet ReconciliationManufacturing AccountingInternal ControlsBudgetingForecasting

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Supervisor-Accounting position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this an onsite or remote role?

This is an onsite position.

What skills are required for this role?

Required skills include strong accounting principles knowledge, experience with manufacturing accounting (P&L, Manufacturing Statement, Balance Sheet), inventory control experience, variance analysis skills, and proficiency in journal entries and account reconciliation.

What is the work environment like at Westlake?

The role offers an opportunity to contribute to an entrepreneurial environment, collaborating closely with operations and production staff to support continuous improvement and business strategy.

What makes a strong candidate for this supervisor role?

A strong candidate will have experience in manufacturing accounting, inventory control, and variance analysis, along with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and collaborate with operations and corporate teams.