Senior Financial Accountant

Job Description Established in 1919 and traded on the NYSE, Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) is a leading independent manufacturer and distributor of premium automotive replacement parts utilized in the maintenance, repair, and service of vehicles in the automotive aftermarket. Additionally, SMP provides customized solutions for vehicle control and thermal management products in diversified end markets represented by its Engineered Solutions segment. Globally, SMP employs over 6,000 employees across nearly 40 manufacturing, distribution, and engineering facilities and offices located in North America, Europe and Asia. Location: Greenville, SC. Senior Accountant plays a critical role in ensuring SMP has accurate financial records & in supporting finance transformation initiatives. The role is a hybrid position based in our Greenville, SC location. Primary Activities for the Role Prepare, review, and post journal entries (benefits, marketing & other accruals, foreign trial balances, segment reporting, US GAAP adjustments) with appropriate documentation Perform balance sheet account reconciliations (AR/AP, accruals, payroll-related accounts, US GAAP/elimination-related accounts, intercompany and others as deemed necessary) and proactively resolve variances Support the implementation of the payroll automated entry process & related post implementation monitoring activities Own assigned close calendar tasks and deliverables; ensure compliance with close timelines and reporting requirements Support the implementation of the direct interface of foreign trial balances into Oracle FCCS & related post implementation monitoring activities Prepare & maintain accounting & tax support schedules Perform ad hoc analyses and additional responsibilities as needed Support manager in finance transformation initiatives (e.g. shortening of close, automation, standardization, centralization) Develop strong relationships with FP&A, Treasury, Tax, AP/AR, HR/Payroll, and Operations to partner on streamlining cross-functional handoffs and ensuring data quality Support current & future system implementations (e.g. Oracle Planning, task checklist, reconciliation tool) Experience & Skills for the Role Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance 4-6 years of progressive accounting experience; Big 4 experience & CPA preferred Ability to exercise proper judgment, high attention to detail, team player/collaborative, self-starter & independent thinking Strong understanding of US GAAP; multi-national public company experience preferred; SOX control experience preferred Continuous improvement mindset: Comfortable navigating change and actively contributes to refining and improving processes as the organization scales Proficient usage of Microsoft 365 apps (Excel, Sharepoint, Copilot, Power BI, Power Query, etc.) Hands‑on experience with Oracle FCCS / Planning, or other similar automation tools preferred Strong written and verbal communication skills Standard Motor Products is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr