Accounting Manager

I. General Summary: This position is primarily responsible for the accuracy and control of all transactions impacting the financial performance of the plant. A key member of the Plant Management team, the Accounting Manager provides relevant and timely financial information based on operational results. Additionally, the Accounting Manager leads the month-end closing and reporting process as well as the annual planning and monthly forecast initiatives. SAIA is looking for a team player, who believes in treating all persons with dignity and respect. You can learn more about Systems Automotive Interiors Alabama and our other companies, please visit,

II. Essential Job Functions:

A. Manages the month-end closing to ensure financial statements are accurately reported in coordination with company policy

B. Verifies any ERP modules and system sub-modules are interfacing correctly to the general ledger

C. Tracks all closing journal entries to ensure proper posting and reversal when needed

D. Reviews the trial balance and account reconciliations to assure accounts represent real financial positions

E. Reports financial results to the Plant Management team and Corporate Executives

F. Determine cash requirements to maintain appropriate cash flow

G. Analyzes results compared to plan and forecast, providing insightful commentary

H. Participates in monthly review meetings discussing KPI's (key performance indicators)

I. Leads the annual planning process and prepares monthly forecasts based on performance indicators

J. Hosts audits with external auditors when required

K. Validates the perpetual inventory is reflective of all inventory transactions (i.e., shipping, receiving, transfers and scrap)

L. Works with plant Production Control team to ensure bill of materials and standard costs are accurate and relevant to business conditions (i.e., annual cost roll, new products and engineering changes)

M. Assists with physical inventory events in coordination with the plant Production Control team

N. Champions cost improvement initiatives with the Plant Management team

O. Provides approval for plant purchases when authority is required

P. Supports the Plant Management team with ad-hoc requests

III. Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting required, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Master's degree and/or other professional certifications a plus
Experience:

Minimum of five years hands-on accounting experience in a manufacturing facility required; relevant experience in automotive manufacturing setting preferred
Minimum of four years of leadership experience as a supervisor in a professional environment required
Personal/Technical Skills:

General understanding and working knowledge of basic accounting principles
Proven business knowledge in corporate manufacturing
Effective leadership and people skills while working in a diverse environment
Active listener with effective communication skills
Ability to lead projects with quick deadlines and short lead times
Decision making using a standard problem resolution format
Strong attention to detail
Organization (5S) and planning skills
Demonstrated ability to present at multiple levels within an organization
Basic math skills and analysis capability
Strong customer service orientation with both internal and external customers
Ability to create reports, business correspondence, and procedures
Must be self-motivated, goal-oriented and capable of working with minimal supervision
Language Skills:

Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
Ability to understand and speak Japanese would be helpful but not required
Computer/Software:

System experience (Oracle and various ERP systems preferred)
High level of proficiency in MS Excel
Solid working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office and other computer-based applications (e.g., MS Word, MS PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, etc.).
IV. Work Environment/Conditions:

Office:Open office environment, moderate noise level

Plant: Standard automotive plant environment with moderate noise level. PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) such as safety glasses, steel toe shoes, hearing protection, etc. may be required in engineering, manufacturing, or industrial areas. Personal attire standards may apply.

Travel: Must be willing to travel 0-10% of the time

V. Physical Demands:

Ability to sit and work on a computer for extensive periods of time is required. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is required to talk, see, and hear. The team member must be capable of walking, sitting, and standing for extended periods of time and is occasionally required to lift up to 30 pounds. The ability to travel by automobile and airplane are both required.

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to identify the general nature and level of work performed by team members within this classification, as well as certain essential job functions. It is not intended, and should not be interpreted, as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of team members assigned to this job. To qualify for this job, however, a team member must be able to perform its essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Under no circumstances may this job description be construed as altering the at-will nature of the employment relationship between the company and any team member.

EOE
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Health Insurance - BCBS of Mississippi, effective day one

401(k) + 4% matching
Dental insurance - effective the first of the following month
Vision insurance - effective the first of the following month

Company paid Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Company Life insurance
Flexible Paid time off

13 Paid Company Holidays

Annual bonus

Work Location: In person