Accounting and Financial Reporting Accountant II at Dtna

Inside the Role

DTNA General Accounting: One team, best team!

We design, operate and control the Accounting and Financial Reporting process of DTNA. As 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.

Be part of it, join the team!!

Your tasks at a glance:
A. Financial reporting tasks
B. General ledger accounting and financial analyses
C. Business Partnering
D. Methods, Processes, and Systems
E. Reporting/communication of financial results and coordination of financial (regulatory) filings
F. Internal Control over Financial Reporting
G. Cross-functional project work

This position is responsible for rate setting and analysis and accounting support for DTNA’s full range of employee fringe benefits, including: health & welfare, short- and long-term disability, workers compensation, pension and other retirement benefits, 401(k), sick leave, vacation, and payroll taxes.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of $78,000.00 - $100,000.00 USD  

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience​  

  

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.  

What You Drive at DTNA

Financial Reporting Tasks

• Provide analysis and reconciliation on fringe benefit accounts across entities for the company to appropriately plan and make informed business decisions.
• Support month-end analytical review process to ensure the accuracy of the month-end close.
• Posting of required journal entries, support to all existing outsourced transactions and processes and validation of all system interfaces, internal orders, and intercompany accounting.
• Perform data mining and configure 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.
• Participate extensively in the monthly closing process and with the explanation of financial results.

General Ledger Accounting and Financial Analysis

• Review monthly fringe account activity and maintain key reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting across functional areas and cost center performance.
• Prepare monthly journal entries as needed for fringe topics and provide support for accounting teammates detailing the drivers of adjustments.
• Provide post-close monthly fringe benefit analysis and reporting, including analysis of balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Manage special (ad-hoc) assignments and projects as they arise, i.e. benefit plan mergers, HRIS and payroll system updates, support union negotiation scenarios, cost accounting allocation review, etc.
• Prepare provision review analysis for fringe provisions on a quarterly basis.
• Partner with OPT and controlling colleagues to prepare bi-annual fringe rate review and implementation of rates within cbFC.
• Apply relevant guidance and perform necessary analysis for changes to accounting standards.
• Provide support on issues and exceptions to accounting management as requested.
• Support quarterly and year-end external audit requests.

Business Partnering

• Partner with  OPT, accounting, and controlling colleagues to ensure fringe rates are accurate and applied correctly.
• Timely communication of accounting adjustment impacts to business partners.
• Assist with the research of various accounting issues; resolve accounting/reporting issues to ensure proper accounting standards and best practices are applied.
• Provide analysis and support to business partners regarding questions surrounding financial impacts of fringe benefits and adjustments.

Methods, Processes, and Systems

• Prepare communication of financial results and key performance metrics (KPIs) to management.
• Prepare documentation of new/existing processes and policies.
• Work with business partners to identify process and/or system improvements.

Internal Control Over Financial Reporting

• Perform evaluation of Internal Controls over Pension and Benefit Accounting and ensure that the necessary controls are documented and tested in accordance with IFRS and/or the Company's internal requirements.

Cross-Functional Project Work

• Communicate changes and facilitate collaboration across business partners.
• Work cross functionally to achieve company goals while supporting business partners’ needs.
• Drive organizational and/or system changes to meet Continuous Improvement and TOS objectives.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• BS/BA and 2-4 years relevant experience in accounting or finance 
• Experience in a manufacturing environment using automated accounting systems and familiarity with International Finance Reporting Standards (IFRS) accounting principles      
• Intellectual curiosity, with a track record of continuous improvement  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to operate up, down, or across the organization        
• Detail oriented, strategic thinking for continuous improvement, demonstrates initiative        
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and root cause identification skills    
• An attached resume is required

Exceptional Candidates Might Have 

• CPA certification, or progress towards achieving it

Where We Work

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

Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

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

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• 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 - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion 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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