Accountant (College Hire)

OxyChem is a safety-first chemical manufacturer committed to innovation, environmental responsibility, and supporting essential applications across multiple industries. This entry-level accounting position supports the OxyChem business in the Dallas corporate office through cost accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, audits, inventory analysis, and accounting process improvements.

What you'll do:

• Provide accurate and timely reporting of information, 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
• Analysis and monthly reporting of Balance Sheet and P&L account activity, as well as, 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 generally accepted accounting principles, internal controls, and financial policies
• Participate in safety programs, as applicable

What they're looking for:

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (min 18 hours of accounting credit)
• Must have a graduation date of Dec 2026– May 2027
• Must maintain minimum cumulative 2.85 GPA on a 4.0 scale
• Desire to pursue a career as an Accountant in the chemicals industry

Benefits:

• Career development opportunities
• Teambuilding events and training