Alternate Title Senior Accountant Licensing or Special Certification Requirements Valid driver's license. Physical Requirements Ability to work at a personal computer for extended periods of time. May travel to plant sites. Working Conditions Occasionally lifts and carries up to 15 pounds. Works at telephone answering equipment and at a PC for hours at a time. Works within an automotive components manufacturing office setting and is occasionally exposed to heat, cold, wet, and fumes/chemicals. Job Location Specific Requirements Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance (Required). Certification: CPA or CMA designation (Highly Preferred). Experience: 5–7 years of progressive experience in accounting. Industry Experience: Minimum of 5 years in a manufacturing environment, specifically within the Automotive Tier 1 or Tier 2 sector. Technical Background: Extensive experience in cost accounting and inventory management in metal‑mechanic processes. Conocimientos (Knowledge & Skills) Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of US GAAP and manufacturing accounting. Software Proficiency: Expert‑level skills in ERP systems (SAP, BPCS, Plex, or QAD) and Advanced MS Excel (Pivot Tables, Power Query, Macros). Analytical Skills: Strong ability to translate complex operational data into actionable financial strategies. Communication: 100% professional proficiency in English; ability to present in staff meetings. Soft Skills: High attention to detail, ethical judgment, and the ability to work under pressure during closing periods. Critical Responsibilities Standard Costing & Variance Analysis: maintain and update standard costs for aluminum raw materials, labor, and overhead; analyze manufacturing variances (scrap, labor efficiency, and PPV) to drive operational improvements. Month‑End & Year‑End Close: lead the financial closing process, ensuring all journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements are completed accurately according to corporate deadlines. Inventory Control: oversee inventory valuation and accuracy; coordinate annual physical inventories and manage the cycle‑counting program to ensure 99%+ accuracy. Financial Reporting: prepare and present monthly management reporting packages, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow analysis for local and corporate leadership. Audit Management: serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external audits, ensuring all documentation complies with SOX and corporate governance. Basic Responsibilities General Ledger: manage the general ledger, perform account reconciliations, and resolve discrepancies promptly. Fixed Assets: maintain the fixed asset register, track CapEx for manufacturing equipment, and manage depreciation schedules. Accounts Supervision: oversee accounts payable and receivable aging to ensure healthy cash flow and timely collections from OEM customers. Treasury Support: assist in weekly cash flow forecasting and bank reconciliation processes. EEO Statement: TI Fluid Systems is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr