Manager, External Reporting
Houston, TX, US, 77010
LyondellBasell.
Come Join An Inclusive Team:
This role, which reports to the Senior Manager of External Reporting, plays an integral role in the success of the core team responsible for the Company’s U.S. GAAP financial reports, including annual and quarterly SEC filings as well as earnings release and other external reporting requirements and special projects. This position is responsible for fostering an environment of strong ethics, morale, leadership and teamwork, driving quality and efficiencies in the reporting process, understating broadly the business environment and factors impacting results of operations and developing and maintaining strong relationships across many departments in this multi-national organization, including Corporate Accounting, Investor Relations, Finance, Legal and Treasury.
A Day In The Life:
- Prepare and review quarterly and annual SEC filings, including the consolidated financial statements, footnotes and management's discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations.
- Ensure US GAAP and SEC compliance for externally reported materials.
- Review the Company’s XBRL exhibits in Workiva Wdesk.
- Review consolidated and segment financial results, variance analysis and related explanations for accuracy.
- Compile and review tie-out support for publicly released financial information.
- Review earnings releases and other investor presentations to ensure compliance with Regulation G and consistency with SEC filings.
- Assist with assessing the reporting and disclosure requirements of complex business transactions.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with individuals in other departments, both locally and globally, including Legal, Investor Relations, Corporate Accounting and FP&A teams.
- Identify and leverage opportunities to streamline the financial reporting process and enhance productivity.
- Assist Legal with various periodic SEC reporting requirements as needed.
- Provide coaching and mentoring to less senior staff members.
- Independently lead meetings on various topics with management.
You Bring This Value:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
Work Experience:
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements is required.
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in financial accounting/reporting. Big Four experience is highly recommended.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written are essential.
- Working knowledge of XBRL, SAP and OneStream is preferred; IFRS is a plus.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; Workiva Wdesk is a plus.
- Deadline driven and detail-oriented; ability to work efficiently and achieve results in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, while maintaining high quality.
- Must be well organized, able to prioritize and have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to drive continuous improvement, streamline processes and ensure achievement of Company goals.
- Ability to work extended hours during various times of the year as needed.
Licenses & Certifications:
- CPA is Preferred.
What We Offer:
We offer employees a competitive total compensation package, which includes base pay and variable incentive pay programs. This supports a pay-for-performance culture, recognizing both individual and company performance, as well as benefit programs that are highly attractive and competitive within the markets for which we compete for talent.
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Retirement (Pension) Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Educational Assistance
- Choice of Preferred Provider or Consumer Driven Medical Plan including Prescription Drug Coverage
- Dental, Vision and Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life, AD&D and LTD Insurance
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Competencies
We are LyondellBasell – a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. Through advanced technology and focused investments, we are enabling a circular and low carbon economy. Across all we do, we aim to champion our employees, and unlock value for customers, investors and society. LyondellBasell places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is strongly committed to our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. As one of the world’s largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies, we develop, manufacture and market high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. For more information, please visit www.lyondellbasell.com or follow @LyondellBasell on LinkedIn.
Must be at least 18 years of age and must be legally authorized to work in the United States (US) on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship.
LyondellBasell does not accept or retain unsolicited résumés or phone calls and/or respond to them or to any third party representing job seekers.
LyondellBasell is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The US EEO is the Law poster is available here.
Nearest Major Market: Houston