Cost Analyst

Job overview

The Cost Analyst role is onsite in Sweeny, TX; compensation is not specified. The position supports Chevron Phillips Chemical’s Financial Planning & Analysis division, providing cost analysis and forecasting for commercial business units and manufacturing plants. The role exists to strengthen financial planning and operational decision-making through cost reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and analysis. It partners with plant and commercial stakeholders to explain financial results, improve processes, and support business performance.

What you'll do

• Analyze monthly cost results and forecast operating expenses
• coordinate plant budgets with cost center owners
• collaborate with engineering, operations, maintenance, commercial, and finance teams
• develop reporting tools
• support accruals, cost distributions, third-party billings, SOX reviews, audits, management presentations, and special projects.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cost analyst

financial planning

cost accounting

forecasting

plant budgeting

financial analysis

excel

powerpoint

sweeny tx

chevron phillips chemical

plant operations

commercial business units

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and alternate work schedules at most locations.

Why this role

Works closely with plant operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to connect financial analysis with operational priorities.

About the employer

Chevron Phillips Chemical is hiring for this role. Industry: Petroleum Refineries. Sector: 32.