Accounting Manager

Accounting ManagerToyo Tire North America, Inc. (TNA) is seeking a highly experienced and adaptive accounting leader to serve as an Accounting Manager in its Accounting and Finance organization. Our ideal candidate will bring deep experience in the General Ledger Close and Reporting process and will partner with our FP&A team to support our business operations with accurate and timely financial information. This key role will work closely with cross-functional teams such as FP&A, supply chain, sales and operations, domestic headquarters (TTHA), and Toyo Japan.Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.General:Oversee three (3) direct reports in General Accounting, Fixed Assets and Accounts Payable, including financial reporting responsibilitiesResponsible for the integrity, accuracy and credibility of the company's financial results, ensuring consistent application of U.S. GAAPProvide management oversight of end-to-end accounting and financial reporting, including General Ledger Close, cost accounting and inventoryProvide clear, decision-useful actuals and variance explanations to managementEstablish and maintain financial controls, governance framework and audit readinessSupport continuous improvement and systems enhancementsManage multiple priorities and participating/driving in special projectsAccounting and Reporting:General Accounting and CloseManage the TNA monthly General Ledger Close and reporting of actual financial results and variance explanationsManage the monthly, quarterly and year-end close calendar and checklist, ensuring compliance and cross-functional dependencies are addressedReview and approve journal entries, accruals, inventory adjustments and balance sheet reconciliationsEnsure strong internal controls, audit readiness and compliance across manufacturing, inventory and cost accounting processesSupport monthly closing activities with TTHA and TR to ensure alignment in timing and goalsManage Concur T&E system and corporate credit card programOversee Fixed Asset accounting and governance, including capitalization, depreciation, impairments, disposals and construction in progress, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAPEnsure accurate asset records, controls and audit readiness, supporting capital investment tracking, operational decision making and financial reporting integrityDrive process improvements, ERP optimization and team developmentFinancial ReportingPrepare accurate monthly, quarterly and annual actual financial results, including P&L, Balance Sheet, budget and forecast to actuals and variance explanationsPrepare divisional reports to support Plant Managers' operational review and decision-makingEstablish and maintain close calendars, reporting standards, and reconciliation requirementsSupport and collaborate with FP&A on accounting matters and variance driversMaintain compliance with J-SOX when applicable (e.g., Toyo includes TNA in the program)Manage external audit, including audit planning and issue resolutionOversee accounting policies and procedures to ensure timely and complete policy documentationAccounts PayableManages and supports the Accounts Payable Supervisor in the day-to-day Accounts Payable functionProvide oversight and governance of the Accounts Payable function, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant processing of invoices and payment disbursementsEnsure strong internal controls over disbursements, vendor master data, and approvalsManage accurate accruals, cutoff, and reconciliation of payables, including inventory, capital expenditures, billings, etc.Partner with Purchasing, Operations, and Supply Chain to support efficient vendor relationshipsMaintain timely and accurate process flows, policies, and proceduresDrive and oversee P2P process improvements and efficiencyLeadership & DevelopmentOversee and continuously improve the training program for the accounting team.Provide coaching, mentoring, and leadership development for direct reports.Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth.To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.• 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting in a manufacturing environment• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field• Expert Excel aptitude with ability to work with large data sets and advanced formulae (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP's, etc.); excel-based modeling is a plus• CPA, CMA, or CA is preferred• Public/private accounting experience a plus• Proficient in SAP or other large scale ERP system• Effective and professional communication skills, both written and oral• Strong attention to detail and ability to simplify complex concepts and present at various levels• Experience in building and managing finance functions in large organizations• Experience with implementing ERP/FP&A systems a plus