Accountant (College Hire)

About the role

Entry-level accounting position supporting OxyChem's Dallas corporate office, contributing to financial reporting, cost analysis, inventory accounting, and financial close processes while working with plant controllers and business segments.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and timely reporting of information and analyze product cost data
• Monitor/reconcile balance sheet accounts and ensure integrity and accuracy of month‑end accounting close process
• Support plant controllers and perform multiple functions of cost accounting
• Assist business and manufacturing locations with analysis
• Perform inventory accounting and reconciliations including LIFO/FIFO calculations and analysis
• Complete physical inventory trips to plants/warehouses/terminals and subsequent analysis/reconciliation of the product count
• Perform sales & cost of sales analysis
• Provide support and financial close responsibility for business segments including preparation and consolidation of financial statements, payroll, fringe benefits, insurance, cash, and receivables accounting
• Analyze and monthly report Balance Sheet and P&L account activity, cash flow forecasting, working capital and other sources and uses
• Provide support for internal audits, external audits, government, and tax reporting
• Provide support for SEC reporting (Forms 10‑Q and 10‑K) and assist with environmental, international and lease accounting and reporting
• Develop, recommend, implement, and document accounting practices to promote best practices, task automation, and efficiencies while following GAAP, internal controls, and financial policies
• Participate in safety programs, as applicable
• Join in teambuilding events and training and be a valued member of the Accounting Team

Requirements

• Maintain minimum cumulative 2.85 GPA on a 4.0 scale
• Have a graduation date of Dec 2026 – May 2027

Qualifications

• Be pursuing a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (minimum 18 hours of accounting credit)
• Desire to pursue a career as an Accountant in the chemicals industry