Accounting Specialist

Rechnungswesen Spartanburg 26.01.2024 Accounting Specialist Share your passion for accelerating results. Knowing the destination isn't enough: you need to know how to get there. Build up your own networks, exploit new ideas, consistently take the initiative. Inspire other people with your enthusiasm. That's the only way to give ideas the power that allows them to become true innovations. Manages, plans, analyzes and assures accurate and timely recording of financial data, month-end close activities and Group reporting in assigned areas of Accounting Operations (Accounts Payable, Banking, Cash Management, and General Ledger) for BMW Manufacturing, BMW of North America, and BMW Consolidation Services. Ensures accounting practices are compliant with IFRS and BMW Group guidelines. Implements and maintains internal controls over all aspects of assigned area. Manages all financial activities for assigned area within Accounting Operations. Records financial data and analyzes for accurate group reporting to meet established deadlines. Designs and/or improves processes related to Accounts Payable, ensuring the proper application of related internal, external, or intercompany processes and financial transactions. Manages/oversees projects as agreed by management including planning, concept development, implementation and documentation, testing and training. Represents the department in cross functional projects and coordinates the project needs with affected department members. Supports Purchase to Pay processes related to Accounts Payable and provides consulting assistance in establishing and maintaining proper controls. Establishes and report to management the KPIs necessary to identify root causes and process gaps within the assigned area. Defines countermeasures, providing continuous improvement for KPI targets that are not met. Prepares adequate documentation to management as requested for inquiries from internal/external auditors. Supports long-range plan, budget, and forecast by identification of risks & opportunities within assigned area. Develops and documents processes to maximize efficiency and internal control in compliance with IFRS and BMW Group accounting guidelines and in accordance with record retention guidelines. Conducts periodic audits for compliance and periodic evaluation for process improvements. Coordinates projects impacting Accounting Operations and assists in financial process reviews to ensure optimal efficiency while maintaining controls. Represents Accounting Operations in system upgrades including process testing, issue identification with satisfactory resolution to avoid interruptions to business production upon implementation. Understands and models VPS (Value Added Production System) Principles and concepts of Standard Work and Problem Solving. Adheres to 5S and Safety Standards and Principles. Performs other duties as assigned by management. BMW Manufacturing is a leader in innovations and excellence. Come be a part of the extraordinary advanced manufacturing team where new technologies and ideas are constantly being discovered and implemented. BMW Manufacturing is proud to be located in Upstate, South Carolina at the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, providing the perfect mix of exciting city life and the great outdoors, or simply a great environment in which to raise a family. In addition to offering a stimulating work environment and a great place to live, BMW Associates have access to an exceptional range of benefits. Our comprehensive benefits program includes: - Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision coverage - Paid time off - 401(k) plan with company matching contribution - Retirement Income Account - Life insurance - BMW Associates Assistance Program - Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Company vehicle program Qualifikation: BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.5+ years of professional accounting experience.3+ years of project management and process development experience.5+ years of SAP experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred).1+ years of experience with Procure to Pay processes.As applicable, per BMW training guidelines.CPA, CMA or other certifications specific to the assignment (preferred).3+ years of presentation & communication skills.3+ years of project management skills.3+ years of Microsoft Office skills.1+ year knowledge of Electronic Invoice Processing/OCR/EDI. BMW Manufacturing Company is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of BMW MC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Employment with BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC (BMW MC) is at-will and may be terminated at any time, with or without notice, at the option of BMW MC or the employee. Accounting Specialist Unternehmensbereich: BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC Standort: Spartanburg Arbeitsbereich: Rechnungswesen Job ID: 2400003J Veröffentlichungsdatum: 26.01.2024 JETZT BEWERBEN