Cost Accounting Supervisor

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate. SUMMARY Westlake Royal Building Products Roofing & Stone Division is actively seeking a self-driven, energic and dynamic Cost Accounting Supervisor. Reporting to Senior Accounting Manager, the position is a key functional expert in our A&F organization. This role oversees all comprehensive accounting & finance functions of R&S manufacturing assets with a strong emphasis on product costing, inventory control, manufacturing variance analysis and full P/L management. Additionally, the Cost Accounting Supervisor will play a crucial role in operational decision-making and driving performance improvement and executing our strategic plan. ACCOUNTING DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES May include, but are not limited to, the following: Supervise all financial reporting & planning functions for the assigned R&S assets/plants Manage all closing activities to ensure accurate and timely financial reports are produced Oversee all cost accounting related activities including but not limited to standard cost maintenance, cost roll-up, margin analysis, manufacturing variance analysis and physical inventory counts Closely work with plant operations to implement cost measurements, improve cost efficiency and other operational performance Support FP&A and sales team on pricing and profitability analysis Prepare assembly of the periodic review, annual audit and internal audit data for both internal and external auditors as needed. Prepare monthly & quarterly internal management reporting package and other analyses as needed. Support in preparation of Annual Budget in coordination with Corporate Planning & Budgeting group Prepare & Update Roofing & Stone Monthly Forecasts for Manager review & approval. Ensure appropriate and adequate controls in the accounting and reporting areas. Enforce SOX process control compliance by staff. Responsible for keeping current with technical accounting pronouncements and trends, analyzing their impact on the Company, and application of new accounting pronouncements in accordance with Westlake policy. Monitor and identify major performance areas for enhancement / process improvement Comply with all Company policies and procedures. Train and develop staff in their areas, as needed. Establish Goals & Objectives, provide performance feedback and coaching to all staff members. Any additional responsibilities or tasks as assigned by management QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s in accounting with at least 6 years of cost accounting experience in a supervisory role is required, preferably with a manufacturing background CPA or CMA preferred. Previous experience with financial reporting, full P/L management, budgeting, forecasting and general accounting is required. Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP system Advanced excel and data analysis skills Previous supervisory experience is required. Excellent communication, strong leadership and problem-solving skills PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee occasionally lifts and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as normally based in an office. Some of the work may be required in the operating units which can require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators. Travel including air travel or auto travel may occasionally be required. Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation. If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday. Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. Headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia, Europe and North America, we provide the building blocks for vital solutions — from housing and construction, to packaging and healthcare, to automotive and consumer. For more information, visit the company's web site at www.westlake.com. Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a global diversified industrial company that manufactures and supplies essential products that enhance the daily lives of people around the globe. Our products, now under a One Westlake brand, supply the necessary building blocks for everyday products across housing and infrastructure, packaging and healthcare, and automotive and consumer goods. Consumers gain the benefits of materials Westlake produces in products such as food packaging, medical devices, soaps and detergents, car interiors, fashion, toys, shoes, furniture, electronics, siding, stone veneer, windows, outdoor living, roofing, and pipe & fittings. Westlake is proud to contribute to driving a sustainable future through the creation of essential products that are Enhancing Your Life Every Day®. To view other career opportunities at Westlake and our family of companies, visit https://westlaketalent.com