Senior Project Accountant Jobs in Rochester Hills, MI

About Us:

Founded in 1966, Niterra North America, Inc. (formerly NGK Spark Plugs) is the world leader in technology, innovation, and world-class quality in the design of spark plugs and oxygen sensors. Today, that tradition continues as we transform our organization's portfolio, expand our core ceramic technologies, explore capabilities beyond traditional areas, and challenge ourselves to develop solutions and services that leverage technology to address social issues while contributing to a sustainable society.

Summary:

The Senior Financial Accountant will play a key role in leading accounting department tasks, driving process improvement initiatives, and ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting across Niterra North America, Niterra Canada, and Reynosa. This role involves managing month-end and quarter-end closing processes, preparing consolidated financial statements, collaborating with FP&A on special projects, and supporting audit preparation. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, a growth mindset, and the ability to engage effectively with senior leadership on strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Lead selected accounting department tasks and drive process improvement initiatives.
• Oversee special project-related reporting and analysis in collaboration with FP&A.
• Effectively engage with and present to Senior Leadership on strategic projects and initiatives.
• Ensure proper functioning of accounting systems and accurate management of master data.
• Manage the month-end closing process across all SAP modules and relevant stakeholders.
• Prepare monthly consolidated financial statements for Niterra North America.
• Compile quarterly consolidated financial reports for Niterra North America.
• Monitor daily postings to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Coordinate with other locations to ensure timely and accurate period-end closings.
• Analyze financial statements and provide explanations for variances.
• Support the Accounting Manager in preparation for J-Sox audits, year-end audits, and quarterly reviews for Niterra North America and Niterra Canada.
• Download monthly data from Business Intelligence (BI), upload into BPC, and verify accuracy for Niterra North America, Reynosa, and Niterra Canada.
• Maintain accurate master data in BPC for Niterra North America, Reynosa, and Niterra Canada.
• Identify and recommend opportunities for process improvements.
• Collaborate effectively with other accounting team members.
• Provide training and support to team members as needed.
• Complete any special projects assigned by management.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including IATF, ISO, ISMS, TISAX, QMS, J-Sox, and Safety related policies.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Active CPA certification required.
• 3-4 years of public accounting experience at a CPA firm.
• 4-5 years of corporate/industry accounting experience.
• Strong technical accounting expertise with the ability to research and apply complex accounting standards.
• Working knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) or US GAAP.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Workspace.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data, identify discrepancies, and recommend effective solutions.
• Excellent organizational skills with a high attention to detail.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience with large ERP systems, SAP highly preferred.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions, specifically Purchase Acquisition Accounting, desired.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to see and hear (correctable).
• Able to communicate verbally and in writing to all levels of management.
• Able to operate a keyboard.
• Able to sit for extended periods of time.

Potential Hazards:

• Normal office hazards.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Financial Security: Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a generous company match of up to 6%.
• Time Off: Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• And much more!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Niterra is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Staffing Firms:

Niterra does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from recruitment agencies. We are not responsible for, and will not pay, any fees, commissions, or other payments related to unsolicited resumes or CVs, except as required by a written contract between Niterra and the recruitment agency or party requesting payment of a fee.