Accountant II

JOB DESCRIPTION

Why GM Financial?

GM Financial is the wholly owned captive finance subsidiary of General Motors and is headquartered in Fort Worth, U.S. We are a global provider of auto finance solutions, with operations in North America, South America, and the Asia Pacific region. Through our long-standing relationships with auto dealers, we offer attractive retail financing and lease programs to meet the needs of each customer. We also offer commercial lending products to dealers to help them finance and grow their businesses.

At GM Financial, our team members define and shape our culture - an environment that welcomes new ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work - we thrive.

Our Purpose: We pioneer the innovations that move and connect people to what matters

This position will be posted until filled.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Accountant II prepares journal entries, difficult and involved reconciliations, researches and resolves exceptions, and analyzes trends and costs to validate results. This team member relies on several years of experience and judgment to plan and accomplish a variety of job functions and closing activities. The Accountant II works under moderate supervision and interacts with other departments and/or external parties when necessary.

In this role you will:

• Prepare and input both simple and complex journal entries
• Calculate and validate accruals
• Prepare monthly management reports and analysis, which includes ad-hoc, one-time requests
• Prepare reconciliations of assigned general ledger accounts
• Research, resolve, and document reconciling items which require critical thinking and problem solving capabilities
• Answer questions from and provide requested information to both internal and external auditors
• Assist with documentation and compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley
• Consistently question unusual / non-routine transactions and account balance variances
• Participate in special projects as necessary

• Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Working knowledge of account reconciliations.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Access Database.
• Working knowledge of the Accounting Standards Codification.
• Working knowledge understanding of financial statements.
• Working knowledge of the accounts payable process.
• Experience database query tools.
• Perform analysis on monthly financial statements and also on complex transactions.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel.
• Detailed oriented.
• Possess the skills necessary to operate various office equipment.
• Strong computer skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiar with standard accounting concepts, practices and procedures.
• Occasional overtime or split shifts may be required.
• Subject to stressful situations.
• Fast-paced office environment.
• Strong focus on providing quality service to internal and external customers.

• 2-4 years in public or general accounting and/or financial analysis, preferably with a financial services background Req

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or years of progressive experience in a true Accounting role (not Accounts Payable or Account Receivable) Required
• Master's Degree