Accounting Manager

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Accounting Manager

Full Time West Point, GA, US

Summary of Position:

The Accounting Team Manager is responsible for leading all accounting operations of the company, including financial closing, financial reporting, tax compliance, fixed asset management, internal controls, and audit coordination.

This position ensures compliance with U.S. GAAP and company policies while supporting management through accurate financial information and continuous process improvement.

Corporate:

• Adheres to the HTGSS policies and procedures
• Learns, demonstrates and upholds HTGSS Core Values
• Complies with all HTGSS Certification standards; Management System (TS16949), Environmental ISO 14001-2015 and Health and Safety ISO 45001-2018 policies and procedures
• Treats all HTGSS team members with respect and professional courtesy
• Always strives to maintain a positive work environment
• Manages the department budget efficiently as per approved annual budget
• Performs additional assignments / duties as assigned

EHS:

• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures
• Complies with all safety policies and 5S clean philosophy to maintain a safe, clean working environment
• Meets company safety goals

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and support schedules.
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger.
• Accounting Operations
• Oversee General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Fixed Asset Accounting.
• Manage inventory accounting and related reconciliations.
• Review intercompany transactions and account balances.
• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and procedures.
• Tax & Compliance
• Coordinate federal, state, and local tax compliance activities.
• Support transfer pricing and tax reporting requirements.
• Maintain effective internal controls and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Serve as the primary contact for internal and external audits.
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation.
• Ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
• SAP & Process Improvement
• Support and oversee SAP FI accounting processes.
• Drive accounting process improvements and automation initiatives.
• Improve efficiency, accuracy, and standardization across accounting functions.
• Management Support
• Provide accounting guidance and support to management.
• Prepare ad hoc financial analyses and reports.
• Participate in special projects and strategic initiatives.

Reporting:

• Reports to CFO
• 401(k)
• Healthy Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid time off

Competency Requirements:

• Confidentiality : Adheres to the upmost confidentiality; particularly in regard to handling employment/personal information. Works with the team to ensure that all information from within the department is kept private.
• Multitasking : Must possess the ability to change from one task to another in quick manner based on company needs
• Communication : Works to ensure respectful, timely, accurate and appropriate communication across all levels of the organization.
• Initiative : Identifies problems and takes action to address current or future problems. Proactively engages to solve issues verses simply thinking about future actions.
• Engagement : Engages team members in developing goals, executing plans and delivering results (output). Motivates team members through clear and consistent communication. Models adaptability. Uses collaboration and influence skills to achieve successful outcomes.
• Leads by Example : Sets a good example for peers to follow.
• Integrity : Performs in such a way as to inspire a high degree of trust and acceptance amongst co-workers across all departments
• Customer Service Orientation : Focuses efforts on discovering and meeting the customer’s needs. Develops trust in all relationships internally and externally.
• Organizational and Self Discipline : Efficiently organizes and executes assignments. Demonstrates self-discipline and reliability.
• Analytical Skills / Problem Solving : Understands situations, problems, or issues by breaking them down into smaller pieces, or tracing the implications of a situation in a step-by-step way. Systematically organizes the parts of problems. Makes systematic comparisons of data or aspects, prioritizing, planning, and developing countermeasures.
• Flexibility / Adaptability : Adapts and works effectively in a variety of situations and with various individuals or groups. Seeks and appreciates opposing perspectives on issues. Adapts approach as the requirements of the situation change. Changes or easily accepts change in organization or job requirements.
• Works Safely : Strives for an accident-free workplace. Keeps safety at the “heart” of everything done. Treats safety as a personal responsibility and sees oneself as being responsible for the safety of others.
• Teamwork : Contributes meaningfully to work group efforts by offering new ideas for improvement. Demonstrates a cooperative manner in dealing with supervisors and other team members. Does his/her part toward group effort
• Mutual Respect and Support : Works cooperatively with others. Welcomes and takes advantage of opposing ideas and opinions are always respectful to others.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCY*

Displays knowledge & skills necessary to perform assigned duties; understands Processes, procedures, standards, methods and technologies related to assignments; demonstrates functional/technical literacy; participates in measuring outcomes of work; keeps current on new developments in field of expertise: effectively uses available technology (automation, software, etc.)

*Applies companywide but are specifically defined per position essential functions.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Task

Demand

Physical Task

Demand

Remark

Stand / Walk

Frequent (34 - 66%)

Forceful Grip

Occasional (5-33%)

Sit

Frequent (34 – 66%)

Fine Manipulation

Occasional (5-33%)

Lift

Occasional (1 – 60 reps)

25 lb. max

Forward Reach

Occasional (5-33%)

Carry

Occasional (1 – 60 reps)

25 lb. max

Occasional (5-33%)

Push / Pull

Occasional (1 – 60 reps)

25 lb. max

The employee generally works in indoor office and warehouse environments.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its equal opportunity, non-discrimination, anti-harassment policies in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. All employment decisions at Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education, professional certifications, and relevant accounting experience will be considered in lieu of a formal degree.

Position Requirements and Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of progressive accounting/Finance experience required.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or management experience required.
• Automotive manufacturing Tier 1 experience preferred.
• Experience managing month, year-end closing, financial reporting, tax compliance, internal controls and audits.
• Experience with inventory accounting, cost accounting, and fixed asset accounting preferred.
• Experience with General ledger, account reconciliation, AP/AR oversight is preferred.

Technical/ Computer Skills:

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• SAP FI experience is strongly preferred.
• SAP CO knowledge is a plus.
• Strong business writing and presentation skills.