Job Description:
Rubicon is seeking an Accountant located in Geismar, Louisiana. This position will report to the Sr. Accountant/Accounting Manager.
Job Scope
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Accountant with a minimum of 2 years of professional experience to join our accounting team in a dynamic chemical manufacturing environment. This role supports core accounting functions including financial reporting, cost accounting, and indirect cost analysis. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting principles and a proactive approach to identifying cost drivers and improving financial efficiency. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate tracking of indirect costs, support budgeting efforts, and contribute to the integrity of our financial operations.
In summary, as the accountant, you will:
• Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger accounts
• Perform monthly account reconciliations and supporting schedules
• Support the month-end close process
• Assist with audits and ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies by preparing documentation and responding to auditor queries
• Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting processes
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate cost tracking and reporting
• Prepare and provide analyses of cost variances
• Assist in the preparation of management reports
• Analyze financial data and provide insights to management
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within the accounting function
• Participate in budgeting and forecasting activities
• Support inventory accounting and cost analysis related to chemical production
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc analysis as required
Qualifications
You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.
The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Rubicon in the United States.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, completed prior to start date.
2+ years of full-time, professional experience in public accounting and/or industrial (corporate) accounting.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or eligibility to sit for the CPA exam (meeting all educational and jurisdictional requirements at time of application).
Skills and knowledge
Strong understanding of basic accounting principles (GAAP)
Strong sense of urgency, attention to detail, organizational skills, integrity, and professionalism
Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Effective communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Power BI knowledge
Rubicon is proud to promote equal opportunity in the workplace All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- Minimum 2 years experience in public accounting or industrial accounting
- CPA or meet qualifications to take CPA exam
Huntsman Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage (medical/dental/vision) and EAP are consistently described as solid, with multiple plan options cited. Strong health benefits are frequently highlighted as a relative strength in the total package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with employer contributions and equity through a stock incentive plan, with legacy pension arrangements for some groups. Retirement features are repeatedly referenced as a positive component of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, holidays, and floating days are described as good to very good in many roles. Vacation accrual is said to increase with seniority in some locations.
Huntsman Corporation Insights
What We Do
Huntsman Corporation is a publicly traded global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated and specialty chemicals with 2019 revenues of approximately $7 billion. Our chemical products number in the thousands and are sold worldwide to manufacturers serving a broad and diverse range of consumer and industrial end markets. We operate more than 70 manufacturing, R&D and operations facilities in approximately 30 countries and employ approximately 9,000 associates within our four distinct business divisions. We view our customers as valued partners. That’s why we believe in a collaborative approach to client relations and work directly with our customers to develop new chemical components that meet their unique needs. Our dedication to our customers is matched only by our dedication to the environment. As part of our commitment to bettering the industry, we strive to operate safe, clean, efficient facilities in an environmentally and socially responsible manner. This means actively seeking opportunities to leverage our resources to assist those in need around the world. It’s all part of our growth-driven approach, which reflects the spirit of free enterprise and is centered on creating mutual benefits for customers, employees, suppliers and the communities where we work.
