Manufacturing Analyst

LyondellBasell is a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-year legacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietary MoReTec recycling technology, LYB is enabling a more sustainable future for generations to come. LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. LYB places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. We're addressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society.

About the role

The Manufacturing Analyst will play a crucial role in the manufacturing decision-making process, specifically in relation to accounting, finance, controls, and the business environment. The individual will partner directly with the La Porte Plant Management Team under the direction of the Manufacturing Controlling Sr Manager for the La Porte Complex. While primary duties will center around the La Porte Plant Manufacturing units, the role will also provide accounting support for various site support organizations within the La Porte Plant. This location is at 10885 Strang Rd, La Porte, Texas 77511.

Responsibilities

• Encompasses all things accounting-related for the La Porte Plant Manufacturing I&D units, including accounting and month-end close activities, cost and profitability analysis, manufacturing and corporate reporting, and internal control coordination, as well as additional core and ad-hoc functions for various site support organizations.
• Providing key information on historical and forward-looking trends and related cost analysis at the micro and macro level.
• Guide the annual budget, site forecasting, LRP functions, monthly cost reviews, benchmark data collection and analysis, internal controls and compliance with SOx, classification of costs, contract review, physical inventory and PPE inventory observations, various audit functions including audit support for turnarounds and other major site projects, as well as other financial support for the manufacturing site.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting, finance or other related business degree is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial or manufacturing accounting.
• ERP and data retrieval / analysis experience preferably with SAP and Business Warehouse.
• Highly self-sufficient and knowledgeable and able to employ quality analytics to facilitate: (1) making decisions (2) providing quality information to allow management to make sound decisions and (3) serving as a resource / mentor for other accountants within Manufacturing Accounting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated organization skills with the ability to prioritize and have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to drive continuous improvement and ensure achievement of Manufacturing, Finance and Company goals.
• Ability to multi-task, consistently meets deadlines, and performs self-review of work product for accuracy and quality in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work with various work groups and various levels throughout the Manufacturing and Finance organizations.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written are essential.
• Ability to work extended hours during various times of the month/year.

Competencies

• Drive Innovation
• Technical Skills
• Grow Capabilities
• Promote Inclusion
• Motivational Fit
• Build Partnerships
• Deliver Results

Benefits

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