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Daimler Truck North America

Accounting and Financial Reporting Accountant II

Daimler Truck North America, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204


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 group, specifically within the financial closing and consolidation process using the Management Information Factory (MIF) consolidation tool. Responsibilities include several technical consolidation steps, required footnotes and disclosures, along with inventory gross profit eliminations. Other key tasks include the journal entry management control process and the preparation of US and Canadian government census and financial data reports required of manufacturing companies. 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. Includes reviewing area of responsibility to ensure that financial transactions are recorded in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of

$74,500.00 - $95,000.00

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

Preparation and execution of financial reporting tasks and month-end close activities associated with MIF reporting and consolidation tool, 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.Posting of journal entries, support to all existing outsourced transactions and processes and validation of all system interfaces feeding SAP cbFC and/or MIF consolidation tool.Support month-end analytical review process to further improve the accuracy of the month-end close.Preparation of US and Canadian government census and financial data reports, along with the continuous streamlining and documentation of these reports.Support initiatives to facilitate optimization of consolidation activities.Assist with performing data mining and configuring key analytical data, which assists in supporting and explaining financial statement component variances covering month over month, quarter over quarter and year over year financial results.

General ledger accounting and financial analyses

Preparation of general ledger account reconciliations and financial analyses to ensure that financial transactions are recorded in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)Support of 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.Prepare the required footnote disclosures for quarterly reporting purposes for MIF consolidation disclosures.Oversight of the journal entry management control process.Manage ad-hoc assignments and projects as they arise (i.e. special reporting requests, general accounting initiatives, etc.).

Business Partnering

Assist with the research of various accounting issues and resolve accounting/reporting issues to ensure proper accounting standards and best practices are applied.Provide training and support the communication of the accounting effects of transactions to the business partners.Assist with 12-month rolling cash flow forecast needed by Treasury for planning cash needs and surplus cash investing.

Methods, Processes and Systems

Support the research of relevant new accounting issues, proposal of appropriate accounting treatment and drafting of white papers on proper IFRS accounting treatment related to technical accounting issues and matters.Prepare documentation of new and/or existing processes and policies.Working with the business partners to identify process and/or system improvements and assist in the set-up of relevant systems.Potential for advanced analytical tools, such as advanced Excel and Power BI to be utilized in this position.

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

Prepare the communication of financial results and key performance metrics (KPI's) to management for the status of month end closing activities.Prepare the communication to the MIF reporting group for appropriate reporting, including any group elimination requirements.Provide support on issues and exceptions to accounting management and the external audit team.Provide quarterly external audit support as required.

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.

Cross-functional project work

Work cross functionally with business units to implement new business processes in own area of responsibility as a result of changes in business or accounting requirements.Routinely monitor, track and report progress of implementation on difficult projects.Support organizational and/or system changes to meet continuous improvement objectives.

Knowledge You Should Bring

Bachelor’s Degree with focus in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration or related field required from an accredited university/collegeAbility to collaborate effectively with all levels within the company and department and operate up, down, or across an organizationAbility to identify issues quickly, and effectively communicate throughout the organizationAbility to work independently and ensure follow up and completion of relevant tasks and projectsAptitude for working in a rapidly changing environment and ability to sort out prioritiesTeam player focused on adding value and achieving results

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licenseExperience with advanced analytical tools, such as advanced Excel and Power BIWorking knowledge of SAP, mainframe systems, and system interfacesManufacturing industry experience1 to 2 years of CPA firm experience preferred with current knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS

This position is not eligible for relocation support.

Where We Work

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

Portland, OR US

How We Collaborate

To continue building a great place to work for all, we are committed to a culture that creates flexibility and encourages a supportive working environment that achieves the needs of our business and employees.

Schedule Type:

Hybrid

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 VisaAll other applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of applicationFinal candidate must successfully complete a criminal background checkFinal candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screenContractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positionsEEO/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.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.

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