Accounting Analyst

About the role

The role is based out of the Scout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte, NC. It requires 4 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events.

Responsibilities

• Create, review and upload journal entries in compliance with accounting standards. Support the finance team with journal entry questions and processes.
• VW Group Reporting/Intra-group Accounting: Ensure compliance with our intra-group regulations and reporting requirements for all intra-group transactions. Support in intercompany reconciliation and submission and reporting of financial statements for consolidation with VW Group Accounting monthly.
• Support the accounting team in completing the accounting and financial statements for Scout Motors Inc. non-consolidated entity Scout Motors Sales LLC.
• Financial Reporting: Support in preparing and analyzing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS and US GAAP. Assist in accurate and timely month-end close process, including reconciliations of balance sheets and profit & loss accounts.
• Support in accounts payable processes and system migrations
• Audit: Support the preparation of audit schedules, including reconciliations and analyses of financial data.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation within accounting operations to increase efficiency and accuracy. Contribute to the implementation of new accounting systems or upgrades.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field. A CPA or CA/ACCA designation preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting or finance, preferably within the automotive industry or a multinational corporation.
• Extensive understanding of accounting principles (IFRS, US GAAP), standards and financial reporting requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail
• Proficient in accounting software (SAP S4/HANA, Microsoft Excel, etc.).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial data to non-financial stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Proficiency in accounting software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals

Benefits

• Competitive insurance including:
• Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
• An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
• 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
• 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
• Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

Pay

• Initial base salary range = $70,000.00 - $85,000.00

Schedule

• This role requires 4 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events.