Accountant

tmhcareers; Iowa (LA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous PTO & 13 holidays

Medical, dental & vision plans

401(k) match up to 6%

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

Toyota Material Handling North America (TMHNA) is seeking an Accountant to join the Operations Finance team. You will research and analyze accounting data, prepare journal entries, and compile reports while supporting inventory analysis and cost variances.

The role offers a hybrid schedule with in-person work Monday-Wednesday at Greene NY or Muscatine IA and remote work Thursday-Friday after training, with typical 8 AM–5 PM hours. Relocation may be available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3+ years of accounting or finance experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting concepts.

Responsibilities

• Aid in month-end closing with journal entries and reporting.
• Reconcile inventory balances and research discrepancies.
• Analyze costing variances and material usage.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and reporting efficiency.
• Crosstrain with other Functions within Operations Finance.
• Maintain internal controls and data integrity per GAAP.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organization

Problem-solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Join our Team as an Accountant!

The Role:

Our Operations Finance team is looking for an experienced, motivated, and team-oriented individual to join our team as an Accountant. In this role, you will provide financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data, preparing standard and non-standard journal entries for income and balance sheet statements, and compiling various reports. This role also includes analyzing inventory transactions and cost variances. You will work collaboratively with multiple functional areas to solve problems and achieve organizational goals, while identifying opportunities to improve processes. while collaborating with a dynamic and diverse team to achieve shared goals. We value innovative and creative ideas - this position provides the opportunity for growth and career advancement.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Aid in the completion of month-end closing activities including preparation of standard and non-standard journal entries with appropriate supporting material, researching unusual entries or general ledger balances, and preparing various reports and commentary to be distributed to management within deadlines
• Reconcile inventory balances daily and research any discrepancies and/or unusual transactions while working with the Audit team to resolve inventory discrepancies
• Analyze and research costing variances including material usage, purchase price, and material yield
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness. Maintain and improve standard work instructions for processes and reports
• Crosstrain with other functions within the Operations Finance team as needed
• Maintain internal controls and data integrity following GAAP for financial activities related to inventories and other accounting functions
• Demonstrate the ability to use discretion and independent judgment to resolve sensitive issues
• Perform Ad-hoc projects as assigned

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 3 + years of accounting or finance experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting concepts.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

What Sets You Apart:

• Experience with SAP or a similar enterprise resource planning system.
• Professional certification such as CPA, CMA, or CFA.
• Experience supporting financial consolidations and corporate reporting.
• Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards and their application.
• Experience preparing audit support documentation and responding to audit requests.
• Demonstrated process improvement mindset with the ability to enhance reporting efficiency and effectiveness.

Where and When You'll Work:

• Enjoy the best of both worlds with a hybrid schedule - collaborate in person Monday through Wednesday at either our Greene, NY or Muscatine, IA offices and work remotely Thursday/Friday upon completion of training.
• Typical first shift hours of 8AM to 5PM.

What Your Total Compensation & Benefits Package will look like:

Salary:

$65,440 - $83,895 per year. Compensation depends on the selected candidate's education and experience.

Relocation:

This role may be eligible for relocation assistance.

World Class Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Generous Paid Time Off and 13 Paid Holidays
• Affordable Medical plans and no-cost Dental & Vision options
• 100% 401(k) match up to 6%
• Company-Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to mental health care, legal support, and financial guidance
• Recognition and Kaizen (continuous improvement) Reward Programs
• Meaningful opportunities for personal and professional development
• Onsite Fitness Center & Occupational Health Clinic
• Best in class work culture!

Big Name | Big Opportunities | Life is Better at Toyota

Toyota Material Handling North America (TMHNA), the industry leader in forklift sales, comprises two main brands: Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation. We believe investing in the best people, products, and processes will fuel our future success, and we will always be driven by our foundational principles of "respect for people" and "continuous improvement". With opportunities across North America, we are confident you will find the right position within TMHNA that can help you build a long, fulfilling career.

Learn more here:

https://www.toyotaforklift.com/careers or https://careers.raymondcorp.com/careers or https://www.toyotaforklift.com/toyota-heavy-duty-careers

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