Advanced Accounting Specialist

DENSO Career Connection; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with 4% Company Match

Vacation/PTO and 13 holidays

Bonus Program

FSA/HSA and Dependent Care

Life and Disability Insurance

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

Job summary

DENSO Career Connection in Battle Creek, MI is seeking an Advanced Accounting Specialist to manage daily accounting activities, period‑end close, and intercompany accounting. The role requires strong Excel and ERP skills and collaboration with cross‑functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and strong controls.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of accounting experience, a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, and preferably a CPA.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA preferred.
• Experience in Automotive or Manufacturing industries preferred.
• Experience in public accounting/assurance a plus.
• Proficiency with Excel and ERP systems (Oracle a plus).

Responsibilities

• Perform general and intercompany accounting activities timely and accurately.
• Prepare and submit manual journal entries and accruals monthly.
• Ensure proper cash application in financial systems per policy.
• Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolve items.
• Conduct intercompany confirmations and resolve differences.
• Lead period-end close for assigned general ledger areas and intercompany affiliates.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to resolve inquiries and strengthen controls.
• Utilize Oracle, JD Edwards, and internal tools for close processes.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis as required.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

IFRS & US GAAP

Intercompany accounting

Attention to detail

Change management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelors in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Oracle JD Edwards

Oracle EPM

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Advanced Accounting Specialist is responsible for executing daily accounting activities, ensuring compliance with accounting principles, company accounting policies, and regulatory requirements. This role plays a key part in period-end closing processes including cash application, accounts receivable, and intercompany accounting activities. The Senior Accounting Specialist also works closely with cross-functional business partners, acting as a liaison in resolving issues and answering inquiries, to maintain accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform timely and accurate general accounting and intercompany accounting activities, including but not limited to:
• Prepare and submit manual journal entries, including monitoring and recording monthly accruals
• Ensuring cash is properly applied in the Company’s financial systems in accordance with established policies and processes
• Prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and resolve reconciling items
• Perform intercompany confirmations and resolve intercompany differences
• Maintain cash tracking logs and supporting documentation
• Performs complex analysis such as accounts receivable adjustments, accounts receivable bad debt reserve, and other ad-hoc analysis.
• Lead period-end close activities for assigned general ledger areas and intercompany affiliates.
• Proficient in working within the Company’s Order-to-Cash financial systems, including Oracle, JD Edwards, and DENSO developed tools.
• Serve as a liaison with cross ‑ functional teams and multiple locations to resolve accounting issues and inquiries while supporting strong internal controls.
• Perform other ad-hoc duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years of relevant accounting experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Preferred
• Experience working in Automotive or Manufacturing industries preferred
• Experience working at a public accounting firm in an assurance or similar line of practice
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP/Accounting systems (Oracle experience is a plus)

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills to discuss or transmit primarily factual information to internal and external customers in the normal course of performing duties
• Strong analytical skills to investigate, interpret, and reconcile information from several distinct sources in situations where conclusions or resolutions are discernible
• Customer service skills to display a service-oriented attitude in addressing and responding to questions or issues
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Advanced knowledge of accounting principles under IFRS and U.S. GAAP
• Advanced knowledge of financial systems and software (Oracle EPM experience a plus)
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated commitment to teamwork
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to and effectively manage change.
• Kaizen mindset with the ability to apply the PDCA (Plan ‑ Do ‑ Check ‑ Act) approach.
• Must also possess an understanding of current accounting operational structure (financial close, gross profit, J-SOX, etc.)

Benefits Summary:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans
• 401K with 4% Company Match
• Vacation/PTO and 13 paid Holidays
• Bonus Program
• FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs
• Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance
• Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs
• Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Development and Ongoing Training

  Annual Salary: $80,000 – $101,000