Provide ad hoc reports and analysis to senior management
Prepares the monthly review and reporting of key metrics and key variance analysis for the Chlorovinyls Business, assists in the analysis and interpretation of trends and variations in the performance of the component businesses
Generates monthly and quarterly financial and sales reports, presentations and related analysis for the Division Controller and Westlake’s Senior Management
Comply with all Company policies and procedures
Monitors accuracy and completeness of statistical accounting for Chlorovinyls segment, and maintains accuracy of divisional eliminations in consolidated reporting
Research relevant market and macroeconomic trends and incorporate insights into ongoing work products
Identify, design and implement enhancements to existing planning, forecasting and reporting processes and systems
Provide BPC reports as requested and assist field locations as needed with BPC issues
Supports the Chlorovinyls business monthly forecasting processes, including the necessary preparation for analysis and fluxes, and issuing templates and reports
Deliver the results of analysis to the Chlorovinyls Manager-Financial Planning, in a concise and clear manner
Assists the Chlorovinyls Manager-Financial Planning in annual budgeting process by communicating and coordinating with the relevant stakeholders, completing the necessary analysis, templates and reports
Requirements
excel
cpa
cfa
mba
financial analysis
cost accounting
This position operates with a minimum of direct supervision and requires a self-starter who works well individually and in a team environment
Strong critical thinker with the ability to work independently as well as being able to collaborate as part of a high functioning team
Strong oral and written communication / presentation skills
Strong financial analysis and cost accounting experience is preferred
CPA, CFA, or MBA preferred
Must be able to develop strong relationships and credibility with key internal teams and business units
Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting with progressive technical and operational business experience preferably in a petrochemical or related field; 7 plus years of relevant experience in accounting or finance related fields
Able to analyze and comment on financial statements and forecasts
Mastery of Excel to quickly create models and perform analyses as needed