Accountant

About the role

Dometic Land Vehicles Americas is seeking a passionate Accountant to join our Finance team in Elkhart, Indiana. This position reports to the Business Unit Controller and plays a critical role in ensuring financial integrity, operational efficiency, and overall business performance. You will lead financial reporting, cost accounting, forecasting, and close activities while delivering actionable insights to support strategic decision-making in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Close Management
  • Lead plant-level financial reporting, forecasting, and budgeting activities.
  • Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, including the general ledger.
  • Deliver timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, half-year, and year-end financial close activities.
  • Prepare journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
  • Analyze financial results, variances, trends, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Prepare special financial analyses and reports for management as requested.
  • Ensure consistency, transparency, and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Cost Accounting & Operational Finance
  • Oversee cost accounting, inventory valuation, and standard costing processes.
  • Monitor manufacturing costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational improvements.
  • Partner with operations leadership to drive productivity and profitability initiatives.
  • Support capital expenditure planning and return-on-investment (ROI) analyses.
  • Maintain Fixed Asset Register and annual FA inventory.
  • Provide proactive financial guidance to support decision-making and improve plant performance.
• Accounting & Compliance
  • Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
  • Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, IFRS, and internal control requirements.
  • Review and oversee employee expense and corporate credit card reporting.
  • Support international accounts payable processing as required.
• Business Partnership & Continuous Improvement
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align operational and financial objectives.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reporting efficiency, process optimization, and cost management.
• Perform ad-hoc duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• 5+ years of accounting and/or manufacturing finance experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment strongly required.
• Experience with financial close processes, cost accounting, inventory accounting, and financial reporting.
• PLEX ERP experience preferred.
• Power BI experience preferred.

Skills

• Strong accounting, financial analysis, and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across multiple functions.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Process improvement and continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to balance tactical execution with strategic thinking.
• Professional work ethic and commitment to accuracy and accountability.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively on moderately complex projects.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company-defined holidays and two floating holidays
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Membership reimbursement (wholesale club and gym)
• Employee discounts on Dometic products

Schedule

Dometic operates with a 4+1 policy: 4 days per week in the office and the possibility to work 1 day per week remotely.