Cost Analyst

You may not realize it, but you’ve likely used a product today made possible by the plastics and chemicals manufactured by Chevron Phillips Chemical. From medical supplies and electronics to food packaging and cosmetics, we create the building blocks for more than 70,000 consumer and industrial products.Even as a global company with 5,000 employees, we maintain a “small company feel.” Our commitment to foster a culture of belonging ensures that regardless of your background or experience, your voice is valued and heard, empowering you to make a meaningful impact and grow both personally and professionally. Ask any Chevron Phillips Chemical employee what they like best about their job, and universally, the answer is “the people I work with!” We value work-life balance, and love to see our employees thrive both professionally and personally. There has never been a better time to work for Chevron Phillips Chemical. If you’re ready to grow with us and become part of our vision of being the premier Chemical Company, apply today!IntroductionJoin Chevron Phillips Chem, LP as a Cost Analyst within our Financial Planning & Analysis division, located in Sweeny. This pivotal role supports our commitment to operational excellence and financial discipline by providing detailed cost analysis and forecasting for our commercial business units and manufacturing plants. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, collaborating across functional teams to enhance financial insights and drive informed decision-making. Chevron Phillips Chem, LP values innovation, continuous improvement, and accountability, and we are seeking a professional who aligns with these principles to contribute to our company's ongoing success.As a Cost Analyst, you will be a key partner in optimizing business performance through rigorous financial planning, insightful analysis, and effective communication with stakeholders at all levels. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with engineers, operations, and maintenance teams, allowing you to gain a comprehensive understanding of business operations and financial impacts.ResponsibilitiesPrepare and analyze monthly cost results and prepare monthly forecasting of operating expenses for the commercial business units and the plantsCoordinate and prepare site budget for the plant, including development of plant operating expenses, consulting with cost center owners, summarizing information for the facility, preparing presentation materials, and responding to inquiriesActively engage with engineers, operations, and maintenance personnel to understand finance related priorities, needs, and communicate insights into solutionsCollect, transform, and analyze required data to address ad-hoc requests, or to test ideas and identify opportunitiesDevelop and maintain dynamic reporting toolsCollaborate with commercial business units, plant personnel including the plant leadership team, and personnel in various Finance Department roles at Headquarters to improve business processes, set up new processes or to accomplish job responsibilitiesAssist cost center owners and project managers with monthly accruals and other cost estimatesAnalyze and execute distributions and assessments of support costs to production unitsPrepare third party billings including interpretation of products and services contractsReview SOX documentation and perform/evaluate annual testingAssist with the preparation and delivery of presentations for senior management as neededPerform quarterly audits of required processesAssist with special projects as assigned, including governmental reports and manufacturing department reports such as those related to benchmarking, gap closure analysis, capacity utilization and lost profit opportunitiesRequired QualificationsBachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics (a Business Degree with a concentration in Accounting is acceptable)Minimum of 3 years of working experience in related fieldWorking knowledge of Excel and PowerPointWorking knowledge of the principles of accounting, including the interrelatedness of financial statements, cost accounting and capitalization rulesExperience recognizing and defining issues related to people and processesPreferred QualificationsCPA or Masters Degree in Accounting, Finance or EconomicsPrior financial analyst or plant cost analyst experienceFamiliarity with Power BI, SAP, Blackline, Track, and PlanfulFamiliarity with procure-to-pay processes and capitalization rulesExperience in financial / business modelingChevron Phillips Chemical offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package and at most locations, alternate work schedules. 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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or marital status.To all recruitment agencies: We are not responsible for any fee related to unsolicited resumes from 3rd party staffing and recruiting agencies (whether submitted through this website or sent directly to employees) unless a written agreement is in place between the agency and Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP (“Company”) and an authorized Company representative makes a written request to the agency to assist with this requisition. Similarly, no fee will be paid for candidates who apply and claim to be represented by an agency. Any unsolicited resumes, CVs, or other candidate information submitted by an agency will become the property of Company, and no fee will be paid in the event such candidate is hired. Travel Requirements: Up to 10%Eligibility for Relocation: Yes (Internal Candidates Only)Closing Date: 10/14/2026