International Trade Controller

Daimler Truck; Portland (ME); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America is seeking an International Trade Controller to lead financial planning, reporting, and accounting for international trade and tariff exposure. The role partners with Finance, International Trade Compliance, Purchasing, and Accounting to deliver transparency and drive informed decisions.

The ideal candidate will own enterprise-wide tariff reporting, support planning cycles, and supervise tariff close activities, while driving process improvements and scalable

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field with 5+ years experience in financial controlling, FP&A, accounting, or manufacturing finance.
• Strong analytical, financial modeling, and business‑partnering skills.
• Experience with forecasting, variance analysis, financial reporting, and executive presentations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively across cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Own enterprise-wide trade and tariff reporting, including actuals, forecasts, variance analysis, and executive reporting.
• Consolidate tariff exposure across direct imports, recovery programs, and mitigation initiatives to support business steering and financial decision-making.
• Support annual planning cycles and provide insights on key risks, opportunities, and forecast assumptions.
• Partner with Finance, Purchasing, ITC, and Accounting to improve transparency and reporting accuracy.
• Lead direct-import tariff close activities, including accruals, reconciliations, actual postings, and variance analysis.
• Monitor forecast-to-actual performance and implement improvements to strengthen reporting consistency and forecast accuracy.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Financial modeling

Business partnering

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/ Accounting/ related field

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Tableau

Palantir

Snowflake

Job description

Inside the Role

The International Trade Controller is responsible for financial planning, reporting, and accounting activities related to DTNA’s international trade and tariff exposure. This role partners closely with Finance, International Trade Compliance, Purchasing, and Accounting to provide financial transparency, support tariff mitigation initiatives, and drive informed business decisions through accurate reporting, analysis, and governance.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

• Typically requires a Bachelors Degree
• Typically requires 5-7 years of relevant experience or 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
• Requires specialized knowledge of own field and deep experience integrating related field knowledge into work
• Leads department or cross-functional programs of notable risk, resource requirements and/or complexity
• Uses sophisticated analytical thought to solve highly complex problems and identify innovate solutions
• Serves as a guide for others in area of expertise
• Acts as an advisor to management and key external stakeholders on broad ranging projects
• Uses experience to contribute to standards in which others will operate

What You Drive at DTNA

Trade FP&A, Reporting & Business Partnering

• Own enterprise-wide trade and tariff reporting, including actuals, forecasts, variance analysis, and executive reporting.
• Consolidate tariff exposure across direct imports, recovery programs, and mitigation initiatives to support business steering and financial decision-making.
• Support annual planning cycles and provide insights on key risks, opportunities, and forecast assumptions.
• Partner with Finance, Purchasing, ITC, and Accounting to improve transparency and reporting accuracy.

Direct Import Controlling & Financial Governance

• Lead direct-import tariff close activities, including accruals, reconciliations, actual postings, and variance analysis.
• Support tariff-related accounting activities and partner with Accounting to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Monitor forecast-to-actual performance and implement improvements to strengthen reporting consistency and forecast accuracy.
• Maintain documentation and controls that support audit readiness and financial governance.

Trade Programs, Recovery Initiatives & Financial Modeling

• Develop and maintain financial models supporting IAO, Extended U.S. Content, self-certification, PSC recoveries, and other trade initiatives.
• Support business cases and financial analyses related to tariff mitigation, recovery opportunities, and regulatory changes.
• Monitor recovery assumptions, cash‑flow impacts, and program performance to support strategic decision‑making.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to evaluate financial impacts and implementation risks.

Reporting Automation & Continuous Improvement

• Define business requirements for Palantir, dashboards, and reporting tools supporting trade FP&A and management reporting.
• Drive automation and process improvements that reduce manual activities and improve data quality.
• Support development of scalable reporting solutions and KPI frameworks.
• Continuously enhance reporting processes, controls, and analytical capabilities.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field with 5+ years of experience in financial controlling, FP&A, accounting, or manufacturing finance.
• Strong analytical, financial modeling, and business‑partnering skills.
• Experience with forecasting, variance analysis, financial reporting, and executive presentations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively across cross‑functional team

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, or a related field
• SAP experience preferred
• Experience in international trade, tariffs, customs, or trade compliance programs.
• Knowledge of USMCA, Section 232, Section 301, or related trade regulations.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, Palantir, Snowflake, or similar analytics platforms.
• Experience supporting audits, governance, or financial controls.

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Hybrid (4 days per week in‑office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in‑person collaboration.

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting‑edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.