Financial Analyst

American Axle & Manufacturing; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation invites applications for a Financial Analyst to support technical accounting, SEC reporting, and SOX compliance for a global manufacturing group headquartered in Detroit, MI. The role collaborates with corporate finance to ensure GAAP adherence and accurate financial disclosures.

The candidate will assist in financial statement preparation, footnotes, and external audits, while driving process improvements and internal controls across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting is required.
• 2+ years of accounting/financial reporting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial statements.
• Experience in public accounting or with a global public company preferred.
• CPA preferred; manufacturing industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and footnotes for SEC filings.
• Assist with SOX – Section 404 testing and control documentation.
• Analyze and tie-out reports from service providers and internal data.
• Collaborate with Corporate Finance to support processes and reports.
• Produce accounting information for management decisions and audits.
• Assist with ESG reporting and sustainability disclosures.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

SEC reporting

Financial analysis

Public accounting experience

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

Oracle ERP

Hyperion Financial Management

Job description

Job Posting TitleFinancial AnalystJob Description SummaryThe Financial Analyst will report to Dauch's Senior Manager of Financial Reporting, with responsibilities supporting the Finance organization's technical accounting and SEC reporting activities. This role will also be responsible for maintaining records of organization's financial activity in accordance with GAAP, organizational standards, and in compliance with Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, while assisting senior accounting and finance staff with projects and activities.Job Description:Perform technical accounting research and assist in the preparation of accounting memorandums.Assist with the analysis and implementation of new accounting standards, including the development and implementation of new internal controls.Participate in the preparation of the financial statements and footnotes for quarterly and annual filings with the SEC.Assist with completion of Sarbanes-Oxley – Section 404 testing.Analyze and tie-out reports from third-party service providers (pension/OBEP, goodwill impairment, etc.).Interface and work collaboratively with other Corporate Finance functions.Participate in projects/activities to improve the quality and timeliness of financial processes.Produce and analyze accounting information and other reports for management decision-making.Provide support to internal and external auditors during quarterly reviews and year-end audits.Participate in the preparation and tie-out of the annual sustainability report and other environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting.Perform other duties as assigned.Required Skills and EducationCompleted bachelor's degree in accounting2+ years of experience in accounting/financial reportingStrong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and financial statementsExperience working in public accounting and/or with a global public company preferredCertified Public Accountant (CPA) preferredExperience applying GAAP in a manufacturing environment preferredWorking knowledge of Oracle ERP, Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) preferredAbout Dauch:Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [e-mail]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.