Lead Finance - Corporate Accounting & Fixed Assets

Harley-Davidson Motor Company; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 104,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Harley-Davidson Motor Company is seeking a Lead Corporate Accountant to oversee corporate accounting and fixed asset activities. You will lead month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting under U.S. GAAP and SOX requirements.

The role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capabilities, and collaboration with FP&A, Treasury, Tax, Payroll, and operations on capital projects.

Qualifications

• Required: 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and SOX.
• Experience with month-end close, financial reporting, and reconciliations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and analyses.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations in line with policy and SOX.
• Support internal and external financial reporting requirements.
• Analyze results and explain variances.

Skills

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Account reconciliations

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field

CPA certification

Tools

SAP ECC

SAP BPC

OneStream

Blackline

Job description

In 1903, out of a small shed in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, four young men lit a cultural wildfire that would grow and spread across geographies and generations. Their innovation and imagination for what was possible on two wheels sparked a transportation revolution that would make Harley-Davidson the most recognizable motorcycle brand in the world. Today, we continue to define motorcycle culture, evoking soul-stirring emotion reflected in every product and experience we deliver - like we have for well over a century and will for generations to come. Are you ready to ride with us?

Harley-Davidson Motor Company, founded in a humble Milwaukee backyard shed in 1903, still calls the city home. Today, its Corporate Campus includes a 4.8-acre public park-a welcoming greenspace open to all. Join our team as aLead Finance.

Job Summary

The Lead Corporate Accounting is responsible for supporting the Company's corporate accounting and fixed asset accounting functions. This role plays a key part in the monthly and annual close process, financial reporting, account reconciliations, fixed asset accounting, and compliance with U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and SOX requirements. The position serves as a subject matter expert for corporate accounting transactions and fixed asset accounting while providing leadership and guidance to accounting team members.

The ideal candidate possesses strong technical accounting knowledge, excellent analytical skills, and experience working in a complex corporate environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and perform monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, and account analyses.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations in accordance with company policies and SOX requirements.
• Support internal and external financial reporting requirements.
• Analyze financial results and explain period-over-period variances.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal accounting policies.
• Assist in the preparation of audit schedules and respond to auditor inquiries.
• Partner with FP&A, Treasury, Tax, Payroll, and business stakeholders to resolve accounting matters.
• Support accounting policy implementation and process improvements.
• Participate in special projects and system implementations as assigned.
• Lead fixed asset accounting activities including additions, retirements, transfers, impairments, and depreciation.
• Review capital expenditure requests and ensure proper capitalization treatment.
• Maintain the fixed asset subledger and ensure reconciliation to the general ledger.
• Review construction-in-progress (CIP) projects and coordinate capitalization activities.
• Analyze depreciation expense and support budget and forecast requirements.
• Ensure compliance with capitalization policies and asset useful life guidelines.
• Support physical inventory and asset verification activities.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and project teams regarding capital projects.
• Execute and maintain SOX-compliant internal controls.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and drive automation initiatives.
• Support ERP, reconciliation, and financial reporting systems.
• Assist with development and maintenance of accounting procedures and documentation.
• Ensure accounting records are complete, accurate, and audit ready.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required

Education Specifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field is required.
• CPA certification is preferred.

Experience Requirements

Required

• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP
• Experience with month-end close, financial reporting, and account reconciliations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred

• SAP ECC and/or SAP BPC experience; OneStream, Blackline or similar ERP and financial systems

The pay range shown represents the national average pay range for this role. Your pay may be more or less than the stated range and is dependent on your geographic location and level of experience.

We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more. Learn more about Harley-Davidson here.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Direct Reports: No
Travel Required: 0 - 10%
Pay Range:$104,100 - $161,400

Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer
Relocation: This position is eligible for domestic relocation assistance (within posted country)