Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Sr. Accountant to join our dynamic finance team within the Automobile industry. This role is critical to ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulatory standards, and efficient management of financial operations across manufacturing, distribution, and sales divisions.

The Sr. Accountant will play a key leadership role in overseeing month-end and year-end closing processes, managing accounts payable and receivable, preparing financial statements, and supporting strategic decision-making through data-driven insights. With a strong foundation in accounting principles and deep industry knowledge, the ideal candidate will contribute to financial transparency, cost optimization, and operational excellence in a fast-paced, technology-driven automotive environment.

This position offers a unique opportunity to influence financial strategy and support innovation in one of the most competitive sectors globally.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with GAAP and internal controls.

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including P&L, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, providing actionable insights to senior management.

• Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions, including vendor payments, customer invoicing, and collections management.

• Conduct variance analysis and financial forecasting to support budgeting and strategic planning initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, audit requirements, and internal financial policies across all business units.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, Sales, Supply Chain) to provide financial guidance and support business performance.

• Maintain and improve general ledger integrity, including account reconciliations and journal entries.

• Implement and optimize financial systems and processes to enhance efficiency and scalability.

• Mentor and guide junior accounting staff, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Support internal and external audits, providing documentation and responding to inquiries promptly.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CFA certification is highly preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory role within the Automobile or manufacturing industry.

• Proven expertise in financial reporting, general ledger management, and audit processes.

• Strong proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros).

• In-depth knowledge of GAAP, tax regulations, and compliance standards relevant to the automotive sector.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear business insights.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience with cost accounting, inventory valuation, and intercompany reconciliations is a plus.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments to drive financial accuracy and operational efficiency.