ABOUT US

Mercedes-Benz USA is responsible for the sales, marketing and service of all Mercedes-Benz and Maybach products in the United States.  In our people, you will find tremendous commitment to our corporate values.  Our products and employees reflect this dedication.  We are looking for diverse top-notch individuals to join the Mercedes-Benz Team and uphold these hallmarks

JOB OVERVIEW

Responsible for managing all operational accounting activities for Dealer Accounting, Accounting Systems, General Accounting and Lockbox operations. This role includes the business ownership of SAP. It also requires developing a good understanding of MBFS Operations, IT and Accounting to assess and approve activities that impact the general ledger. Additionally, it includes the responsibility of supporting accurate financial reporting and effective ledger management, helping coordinate the implementation of strategic initiatives/ projects and managing the team's professional development. Lastly, this role will be integral part of managing change.
 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. Manage and oversee all processes in the Dealer Accounting and Accounting Systems areas. Manage the team as they perform daily activities of Accounting Systems and dealer facing loan/ portfolio processes. This includes supervising employees engaged in processing, analyzing and investigating differences related to the business. Assist direct reports to develop solutions for on-going problems, new product offerings and program changes while ensuring proper accounting treatment and producing results consistent with legal obligations, company policies and compliance requirements. Ensure accurate and timely accounting in compliance with IFRS.  (25%)

2. Manage and oversee all processes in the General Accounting: Review account reconciliations for bank, intercompany, payroll and accrual GL accounts; approve intercompany invoice settlements, stop pays and voids, unclaimed property compliance, Form 1099 compliance, JVs on behalf of internal departments, fixed asset capitalization and disposals, Internal Controls testing, as well as coordinating data requests for internal and external audits. Ensure accurate and timely accounting in compliance with IFRS.  (25%)

3. Support projects across the organization, manage system upgrades or enhancements in accordance with strategic initiatives. Tasks include reporting to the PMO, planning and ensuring the system is tested prior to implementation. Act as business lead regarding any changes or modifications to the SAP application and the ledger itself. Ensure accounting logic in compliance with IFRS. (10%)

4. Subject matter expert for technical accounting topics across all functions. Review transactions, contracts, guidance and prepare recommendations, whitepapers and oversee implementation. (10%)

5. Drive continuous improvement initiatives in systems, AI and processes. Revalidate existing processes and accounting effect to ensure they are up to date. (10%)

6. Lockbox. Manage the team and assist in troubleshooting. Follow-up on and clear root causes of issues, manage KPI and ensure compliance. (10%)

7. Lead, motivate, recruit and develop allocated resources. (10%)

QUALIFICATIONS 

Minimum of 8+ years work experience required in accounting, auditing, financial reporting and internal controls. A minimum of 3 three years experience with financial services preferred. Experience in a large CPA firm preferred. Automotive OEM experience an asset.

Additional Skills: 

• Prior internal or senior client management reporting experience is preferred 
• Strong understanding of IFRS, and IFRS 9 in particular is required
• Leveraging AI in finance and accounting preferred
• Leading through change
• Excellent organization skills 
• Ability to manage under time constraints is also highly recommended 
• Advanced knowledge of EXCEL, SAP 
• Strong analytical, problem solving and project management skills required
• Experience leading teams overseas an asset
   

EDUCATION 

• Bachelor’s – Accounting or Finance (required)
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required

• Master's Degree – Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (preferred)

   

Declaration of Commitment / Compliance Notice

It must be ensured that all group and location rules and regulations, guidelines and works agreements, etc. that apply for the area of responsibility transferred are complied with or applied. In particular, these include adherence to the relevant compliance regulations, safety, data protection, work safety, and environmental regulations, and working hours regulation.
 

EEO STATEMENT

Mercedes-Benz USA is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that appreciates and leverages the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, national origin, religion, marital status, veteran status, physical or other disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.