Accounting Special Projects Lead - Portland, United States - Daimler Truck North America

Description

Inside the Role

We design, operate and control the Accounting and Financial Reporting process of DTNA. As a valuable business partner we ensure transparency, provide accounting guidance and services. As quality gatekeeper we drive compliance with accounting and financial reporting rules within DTNA and the Daimler Truck Division. This position plays a key role in the Accounting and Financial Reporting group. Key responsibilities include M&A projects, investments, dividend planning, capital planning, ESG reporting, technical accounting research using local methods and guidelines as a resource, writing white papers or position papers as required, leading the monthly accounting matters steering committee, and ad hoc projects. Must be able to work independently and cross-functionally within the areas of Finance, Controlling, Operations, Tax, Treasury, and other areas to research and resolve accounting and reporting issues and to ensure proper Accounting standards and best practices are applied. Review of general ledger account reconciliations and financial analyses to ensure that financial transactions are recorded in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Other responsibilities include preparing journal entries, documenting and assessing processes, contract review and communicating financial results, key performance metrics (KPI's) and issues and exceptions to accounting management and the external audit team.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of$98, $126,000.00 USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k includes up to 8% match and nonelective contribution; full coverage benefit plan options; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive health and wellness programs; onsite fitness; tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off.

What You Drive at DTNA

Financial Reporting Tasks

• Research relevant accounting issues around contemplated M&A transactions, investments, and capital planning changes, propose and document appropriate accounting treatments
• Execution and oversight of financial reporting tasks and month-end close activities, analytical review of financial information, and review of operation of relevant systems, transactions, processes and controls to ensure the proper recording of and the accurate and timely filing of internal financial statements to Daimler
• Establish, coordinate and monitor financial reporting procedures and train appropriate internal and outsourced personnel to perform financial reporting tasks timely and accurately
• Prepare journal entries, provide support to and review all existing outsourced transactions and processes and manage and validate all system interfaces feeding SAP cbFC and/or MIF

General ledger accounting and financial analyses

• Manage annual DTNA group dividend planning, debt limits and capital structure review process
• Review of general ledger account reconciliations and financial analyses to ensure that financial transactions are recorded in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Monthly review of reconciliations to ensure accuracy and quality is maintained for financial reporting related transactions and balances
• Apply relevant guidance and perform necessary analysis for changes to accounting standards
• Perform analysis and review of all significant changes to balance sheet and P&L
• Prepare the required footnote disclosures for quarterly reporting purposes for ESG reporting
• Prepare documentation of new and/or existing processes and policies, as necessary
• Manage special (ad-hoc) assignments and projects as they arise

Business Partnering

• Work closely with the central accounting team in Germany regarding M&A transactions, investments, ESP reporting, among various other topics
• Research various accounting issues and propose appropriate accounting treatment, resolve accounting/reporting issues to ensure proper accounting standards and best practices are applied
• Work closely with business partners to identify process improvements, internal control weaknesses, and various accounting issues
• Communicate the accounting effects of transactions to accounting manager and to the business partners
• Work to effect organizational or system change in order to achieve productivity, efficiency and control improvements.

Methods, Processes and Systems

• Work with business partners to optimize and ensure reliability of ESG reporting
• Research relevant new accounting issues and propose appropriate accounting treatment
• Draft white papers supporting proper IFRS accounting treatment related to technical accounting issues and matters
• Monitor and analyze current and developing legislation and regulations
• Coordinate and ensure on an ongoing basis the completion of internal projects related to sound accounting processes and compliance with all IAS and IFRS accounting standards
• Prepare documentation of new and/or existing processes and policies
• Work with the business partners to identify process and/or system improvements

Reporting/communication of financial results and coordination of financial (regulatory) filings

• Work to understand and communicate ESG reporting requirements across the organization
• Communication of financial results and key performance metrics (KPI's) to management
• Prepare and review KPI reporting metrics presented to management
• Provide adequate communication to the MIF reporting group for appropriate reporting, including any group elimination requirements
• Communicate issues and exceptions to accounting management and the external audit team
• Provide quarterly external audit support, including preparing and delivering analytics package and perform year-end accounting and tax reporting

Internal Control over Financial Reporting

• Perform evaluation of Internal Controls over Financial Reporting and ensure that the necessary controls are documented and tested in accordance with the Company's internal requirements
• Work with the business partners to identify internal control issues

Cross-functional project work

• Exhibit leadership in working cross functionally with business units to implement new business processes as a result of changes in business or accounting requirements
• Routinely monitor, track and report progress of implementation on complex projects
• Drive organizational and/or system changes to meet continuous improvement and customer centric objectives.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor's degree required
• 4-8 years of relevant experience required
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required
• Minimum 3-5 years large CPA firm experience
• Current knowledge of IFRS and/or US GAAP
• Experience in writing complex white papers/position papers
• Minimum 3 years project management experience

This position is not eligible for relocation support.

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Portland Corp HQ - DTNA

YOU MAKE US - YOU MAKE THE DIFFERENCE

People are what makes us - everyone makes the difference at Daimler Truck. As one global team, we drive success: from conventional powertrains to the future of sustainable transportation. We build to solve. Constantly pursuing our goals. Our culture. Our daily life.

It's your impact that makes the difference. Only together, will we achieve more sustainable transportation, reduce our carbon footprint, increase safety on and off the track, develop smarter technology and financial solutions. All essential, to fulfill our purpose for all who keep the world moving. That's why we rely on each other. We start with listening to your insights, thoughts, and ideas.

Let's unleash our collective potential to build our future, progress together and lead with the long view. Because everything you do has an impact. It matters. This is what we call impact Culture.

Schedule Type:

Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• Visa sponsorship will only be open to current Daimler Truck North America employees working under an existing U.S. Daimler Truck North America Visa
• All other applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

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