Associate Director - Technical Accounting
WestlakeHouston, Texas, United States
Posted March 12, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. We provide the building blocks for vital solutions — from packaging and healthcare products to automotive and consumer goods to building and construction products. Employing approximately 16,000 people, Westlake operates in North America, Europe and Asia.
Job Description
The Associate Director, Technical Accounting is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the Company’s financial accounting in accordance with U.S. GAAP. This individual is Westlake’s subject matter expert on technical accounting matters.
Requirements
- Provide global oversight of technical accounting matters and proactively assess the impact of new U.S. GAAP accounting standards and trends.
- Proactively participate in the research and analysis of complex accounting matters, communicating results succinctly in plain English.
- Establish themselves as a partner and “go-to” resource for technical accounting guidance to Senior Management, Controllers and others.
- Manage the development of, and updates to, the Company’s accounting policies.
- Assist with the assessment and implementation of new accounting policies and internal controls.
- Ensure that accounting policies are well understood and partner with Operational Accounting and other teams to reinforce and operationalize accounting policies.
- Lead cross-functional implementation of Controllership organization initiatives, including M&A due diligence, integration, and other strategic initiatives.
- Collaborate with internal and independent auditors on technical accounting matters, the quarterly reviews and annual audits.
- Manage the Technical Accounting group, including training and development of the staff.
- Provide performance feedback and coaching to develop a team of high-performing professionals that add value and contribute to the Company’s success.
- Ensure appropriate and adequate internal controls in the Technical Accounting function.
- Enforce control compliance by staff.
- Fully support Company goals of continuous improvement and operational excellence at strategic and tactical levels.
- Assist in the evaluation of and improvement in the effectiveness of internal controls and financial reporting.
- Any additional responsibilities or special projects as assigned.
Benefits
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
