A key aspect of the Accountant's role will be to support the revitalization in capital expenditures investment across the Braking Systems Division. This role will also lead the intercompany expense reconciliation process as well as support for wage and benefits. The Accountant will also play a key role in controlling the monthly account reconciliation process and ensure internal controls associated with intercompany and accrual accounts are appropriately reviewed.

* Facilitate and manage capital expense workflow for Braking Systems; track actual and projected expenditures to budget, monitor approved capital projects to original budget, and respond to management inquiry about capex status.

* Prepare month-end journal entries for multiple companies during the month end closing process, including ownership of intercompany close and wage/benefit expense and accrual processing.

* Analyze and perform monthly account reconciliations on a timely basis for multiple accounts with an emphasis on justification of balances.

* Perform variance analysis on account balances to identify and investigate significant differences; properly journalize any necessary corrections and true-ups related to balance sheet accounts.

* Support a strong internal control environment through ensuring timely and accurate deliverables on account reconciliations, fixed asset audits, intercompany alignment with Group Guidelines.

* Document current processes and collaborate with other data owners to recommend actions which support efficiency, streamlining, and continuous improvement.

* Maintain working relationships with areas outside of Accounting in order to provide accurate records and general journal entries related to the Company's activities.

* Analyze financial data and/or correct accounting fluctuations to ensure proper decision making.

* Prepare spreadsheets and reports on an ad-hoc basis for management, forecasting, or audit support.

* Other duties to support MBS Accounting & Finance teams as opportunities arise.

* Domestic and some international travel may be required, 10-15%, primarily between Danville KY & Akron OH - with trips to Queretaro MX and Coventry UK also possible

Education

Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Business Administration required

Experience

Minimum 2 years of relevant accounting experience, with large company manufacturing experience preferred.

Skills

* Independent problem-solving skills to evaluate financial results and explain variances

* Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize with changing situations

* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

* Interpersonal skills with ability to challenge the business while maintaining strong relationships both within Accounting and across other functions

* Self-motivated and able to work with minimal oversight

* Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with a high level of accuracy

* Strong communications skills (written and verbal)

* SAP system experience is a plus

* Audit experience is a plus

* Experience working for a large, multinational company and/or in manufacturing a plus

* Skillful at MS Office, including strong Excel (lookups, pivot tables) and a data-basing mindset

* Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary.

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