Corporate Accounting Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Accounting Manager, Corporate North America (9-12 Month Contract)

Location: Troy, MI
Reporting To: Controller, Corporate North America
Work Environment: Fully OS/Hybrid (after first 90 days fully onsite)

About the Organization:
We are a global mobility and technology organization dedicated to creating innovative systems and solutions that make vehicles safer, cleaner, and more efficient. With a strong foundation of engineering excellence and decades of industry expertise, we operate with an entrepreneurial mindset and a commitment to shaping the future of transportation. Our team is united by a shared purpose: advancing mobility for all.

Position Overview:
The Accounting Manager will be responsible for overseeing full-cycle accounting activities for a portfolio of corporate divisions within North America. This role provides operational leadership for month-end close processes, financial reporting, general ledger accuracy, reconciliations, and audit support.
The Accounting Manager will also serve as a key financial liaison between divisional accounting teams, the Corporate Controller, and other finance stakeholders. This is a hands-on management role that supervises 2–3 accountants and plays a critical part in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities:
Financial Close & Reporting
Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes for assigned divisions
Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and reconciliations
Perform trial balance reviews across multiple entities
Prepare monthly/quarterly/yearly variance analysis across multiple currencies
Support OneStream reporting templates and financial consolidation models
Accounting Operations & Controls
Maintain and enforce consistent accounting policies, controls, and procedures
Review, approve, and post journal entries with strong attention to GL accuracy
Oversee balance sheet and income statement account reconciliations
Ensure integrity of general ledger and sub-ledger systems
Technical Accounting & Analysis
Apply U.S. GAAP and IFRS accounting standards in daily operations
Support accounting for investments, financing activities, and revaluations
Manage tax-related accounting transactions impacting multiple divisions
Identify and resolve complex accounting issues and reconciling items
Process Improvement & Leadership
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and transaction workflows
Drive continuous improvement within close and reporting cycles
Supervise and develop 2–3 divisional accountants
Support ad hoc financial projects as needed

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
3+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience in a fast paced/high volume automotive or manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting processes
Solid knowledge of U.S. GAAP; IFRS exposure preferred
Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Experience with ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA preferred) and reporting tools such as OneStream or HFM highly preferred \nCompany Description

Branex Group is a Minority-owned Technical Staffing firm headquartered in Auburn Hills, MI. We are a Certified Women’s Owned Business through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). We specialize in Engineering, Information Technology, Robotics, Human Resources, and Finance opportunities across the United States.

Branex Group is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We ensure all applicants and employees are considered without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, genetics, or any other protected characteristic by State and Federal laws.

Branex Group offers the following benefits:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k)

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Company Description

Branex Group is a Minority-owned Technical Staffing firm headquartered in Auburn Hills, MI. We are a Certified Women’s Owned Business through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). We specialize in Engineering, Information Technology, Robotics, Human Resources, and Finance opportunities across the United States.\r\n\r\nBranex Group is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We ensure all applicants and employees are considered without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, genetics, or any other protected characteristic by State and Federal laws.\r\n\r\n\r\nBranex Group offers the following benefits:\r\n- Medical Insurance\r\n- Dental Insurance\r\n- Vision insurance\r\n- Paid time off\r\n- 401(k)\r\n\r\n This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.