Balance Sheet and Cashflow Reporting Manager
Description
The Manager of Balance Sheet and Cashflow Reporting will oversee all aspects of the respective department's accounting function. Be a business partner to the represented function by providing accounting support for current and future transactions. Supervise the finance unit and act as the chief accounting spokesperson for the represented function. Reports to and directly assists the Level 9 or Executive - Accounting on all strategic and tactical matters as they relate to SEC reporting requirements, month end close responsibilities, appropriate accounting treatment of significant or unusual transactions, audit / SOX compliance, and financial analyses.
- Oversee General Ledger and GCARS cashflow and balance sheet month end close process and related SEC reporting deliverables
- Assure accuracy, timeliness, and conformity with professional accounting standards and standard methodologies in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
- Develop, coach and train staff members on the team to maintain center of excellence subject matter expertise as team member rotate in and out of the group
- Research and analyze accounting transactions/contracts and closely coordinate with GTA related to documentation and understanding of technical accounting treatment and memos
- Actively engage with the broader Controllership teams to seek out significant or unusual transactions to assess early in the process where a cashflow adjustment may be required to achieve the desired cashflow result
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- Review and ensure application of appropriate internal controls, SOX compliance and financial procedures.
- Partner with Finance/CFP&A to align and communicate accounting implications for all material business decisions and transactions
- Direct team to drive internal and external financial reporting, including drafting and reviewing SEC documents and management review reports, ensuring quality, and administering to a strict timeline;
- Act as a liaison to the external auditors, ensuring open matters are resolved timely
- Evaluate current accounting practices and policies and drive continuous improvement
- Research, interpret, and document all new accounting standards and how each applies to GM as well as comply with external 10-Q/10-K reporting requirements
Qualifications - Basic Required
- Bachelor's degree with major in accounting or finance
- 10-12 years of relevant work experience in accounting/finance
- GM Consolidation experience
- Experience with Sarbanes-Oxley compliance
- Experience with accounting processes including consolidation, SEC reporting, etc.
- Working knowledge on SAP, Global Ledger, and GCARS
- Strong foundational accounting expertise
- Demonstrated ability to operate in high pressure situations independently
- Demonstrated problem solving and analytical abilities where problems are complex
- Ability to prioritize assignments/projects and multi-task within restricted time constraints
- Embrace and manage change
- 5+ Years Accounting Leadership Experience
Qualifications - Preferred
- Cashflow transaction type mapping and reporting
- Big 4 accounting experience
- Experience/ knowledge of AI tools, Onestream, GCARS/Hyperion Financial Systems and Global Ledger
- CPA (certified public accountant), Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent
Hybrid This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Global headquarters, Detroit MI three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business]
Relocation: This job is NOT eligible for relocation benefits
GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Stock Purchase Program
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Internship Program
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- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Woman founded/led
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