Manager, Accounting

BorgWarner; Cadillac (MI); On-site; USD 108,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

BorgWarner in Cadillac, MI is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead the finance team and ensure accurate financial reporting and analysis. You will supervise month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls, while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to drive business decisions.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance, 6+ years in accounting/finance, and professional certifications (MBA, CMA, CPA).

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Six plus years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and GAAP.
• Preferred Experience in a manufacturing environment, including cost accounting.
• MBA, CMA, CPA or similar professional certification.
• Experience with OneStream financial software, SAP and other ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate finance department activities.
• Establish team objectives, assign work, and monitor performance.
• Develop and improve financial processes, policies, and internal controls.
• Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support achievement of financial goals and compliance with BorgWarner policies.
• Assist in the preparation of the plant Long Range Plan (LRP), including capital expenditures, sales forecasts, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Support the development and approval of Appropriation Requests (ARs), including RSM model preparation.
• Serve as key user for OneStream and other designated financial reporting systems.
• Coordinate month-end and year-end close activities, including analysis and reporting.
• Ensure financial records and accounts are accurate and compliant with GAAP.
• Lead the monthly capital spending forecast process and monitor project expenditures.
• Oversee internal confirmation processes and inventory reconciliations.
• Manage and value physical inventory activities and investigate discrepancies.
• Serve as the primary contact for tax reporting items; Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, and internal audits.
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger, accounting records, and financial reporting systems.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

MBA, CMA, CPA or similar certification

Tools

OneStream

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Position Manager, Accounting – TTT Cadillac Location Cadillac, MI

The Accounting Manager will be responsible for the daily activities of the finance team, providing direction, coaching, training, and performance support to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and analysis. Oversees financial processes, maintains compliance with corporate policies and accounting standards, and supports business decision‑making through budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting. Drives process improvements, maintains strong internal controls, and supports operational and strategic financial objectives.

About Us

BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner, we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy‑efficient world.

Our Culture

BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration. We believe the health and safety of our employees are a top priority.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate finance department activities.
• Establish team objectives, assign work, and monitor performance.
• Develop and improve financial processes, policies, and internal controls.
• Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support achievement of financial goals and compliance with BorgWarner policies.
• Assist in the preparation of the plant Long Range Plan (LRP), including capital expenditures, sales forecasts, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Support the development and approval of Appropriation Requests (ARs), including RSM model preparation.
• Serve as key user for OneStream and other designated financial reporting systems.
• Coordinate month‑end and year‑end close activities, including analysis and reporting.
• Ensure financial records and accounts are accurate and compliant with GAAP.
• Lead the monthly capital spending forecast process and monitor project expenditures.
• Oversee internal confirmation processes and inventory reconciliations.
• Manage and value physical inventor activities and investigate discrepancies.
• Serve as the primary contact for tax reporting items; Sarbanes‑Oxley compliance, and internal audits.
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger, accounting records, and financial reporting systems.

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Six plus years of progressive accounting or finance experience
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and GAAP
• Preferred Experience in a manufacturing environment, including cost accounting
• MBA, CMA, CPA or similar professional certification
• Experience with OneStream financial software, SAP and other ERP systems

Equal Employment Opportunity

BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa Sponsorship

BorgWarner does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, this position will not qualify for sponsorship.

Salary Range

$107,600 - $147,950