Manager, Accounting

Joyson Safety Systems; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Joyson Safety Systems in the Detroit metro area, based in Auburn Hills, Michigan, seeks an experienced Reporting & Technical Accounting Manager to lead IFRS research, policies, and regulatory filings. You will partner with regional finance leaders, prepare external reports, and support the monthly close and compliance program.

The role requires strong accounting knowledge, CPA, and experience with SEC reporting and SOX.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance required; Master’s preferred.
• CPA or equivalent certification desirable.
• Experience with IFRS, SEC reporting, and SOX compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide IFRS guidance and develop accounting policies.
• Prepare external regulatory reports and filings.
• Support monthly close and balance reconciliations; coordinate with auditors.

Skills

IFRS

SEC reporting

Sarbanes-Oxley compliance

Excel

SAP

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP ERP

MS Excel

Job description

Together We Saves Lives by Innovation!

The keys to success are yours at Joyson Safety Systems! We are a global leader in design, development and manufacturing of safety-critical systems and components for automotive and non-automotive markets. We are dedicated to delivering life-saving technology to customers worldwide. Joyson Safety Systems harnesses collaboration and innovation to ensure quality and exemplary service for our customers worldwide. Our company is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA, with a global network of more than 30,000 employees in 22 countries.

Our team is passionate about the automotive industry, dedicated to delivering quality and innovation for the future. We support lifelong learning and offer resources that help our team members establish a strong, solid foundation. We aim to promote from within, providing excellent opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Our talented team is hardworking and dedicated to keeping people safe. We foster a collaborative, open culture; as a global business, we encourage our team members to communicate and collaborate with colleagues worldwide. As our operations continue to grow, we are always seeking top talent to join our winning team.

Joyson Safety Systems, a market leader in the automotive supply industry, based in the Detroit Metro area, is searching for an experienced Reporting & Technical Accounting Manager. Working as a regional finance manager and a key business partner to the Regional Accounting Executive Director, this role will oversee both the technical accounting functions and the preparation of regulatory and financial reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and reporting requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Accounting Duties

• Provide IFRS guidance for research questions from finance, accounting, and share service teams
• Compile corporate accounting policies and prepare quarterly summaries of emerging standards for the Audit & Finance Committee.
• Ensure accounting policies and procedures consistently comply with IFRS
• Train finance professionals on technical accounting matters and CSOX requirements
• Prepare and manage external regulatory reports in compliance with reporting standards
• Support monthly financial close, stock exchange filings, and management assessments of balances and transactions
• Collaborate with business units, auditors, and advisors to ensure accurate financial reporting

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s and preferably Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, MBA, or related field

Certifications

• CPA

Skills

• IFRS, complex accounting concepts
• SEC reporting and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance
• Excel, MS Office, large accounting systems (e.g., SAP)
• Analytical and documentation skills
• Strong communication and project management abilities

Experience

• Experience with technical accounting research, regulatory reporting, and compliance
• Experience in preparing and filing external reports
• Experience in coordinating with auditors and business units
• Exposure to international operations (Spanish and Portugues language is a plus)

Role Overview

This role blends technical accounting expertise with regulatory reporting leadership, ensuring that the organization’s financial reporting is accurate, compliant, and aligned with both internal policies and external standards. It requires a balance of analytical, compliance, and communication skills, with a focus on both operational accuracy and strategic guidance.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and does not discriminate in any employment or employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran’s status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.

Joyson Safety Systems does not provide immigration related sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if you will need JSS immigration sponsorship (e.g. H-1B, TN, OPT, etc.) now or in the future.