Accounting Supervisor

The Company

Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental delivers top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2023, the Tires group sector generated sales of 14 billion euros. Continental's tire sector employs more than 56,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites.  Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental delivers top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2023, the Tires group sector generated sales of 14 billion euros. Continental's tire sector employs more than 56,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites.

Are you ready to shape the future with us?

In this role you will be responsible for developing, implementing and/or maintaining one or more accounting systems.  

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Provide overall management of the accounting function to ensure accurate GL account balances, PP&E, inventory and working capital for each actual period closing and forecast.
• Manage monthly reconciliations of all GL balances and provide oversight for the correct accounting treatment of all plant specific transactions.
• Maintain oversight and review of all accounting Journal Entries to ensure compliance to IFRS and Corporate Standards.
• Manage and ensure timely and accurate reconciliation of all plant specific Accounts Payable (AP) issues.
• Manage and ensure accurate accounting of fixed and current assets.
• Manage the implementation of common standard corporate accounting processes and procedures as directed from the Central Accounting function in the Americas and/or Corporate HQ.
• Provide accurate, timely and transparent reporting of the financial performance of the plant. Adopt standardized SAP reports used by Tire Cost Systems.
• Propose methods and programs for improving accounting systems and processes in the plant. Recommend measures to improve the financial results of the Clinton plant.
• Coordinate and support external and internal audits and afterwards lead the audit finding corrections process with necessary actions.
• Provide Leadership and Integrity as the financial and compliance voice at the Clinton plant.
• Training, development, and management of accounting team.
• Local Key User for SAP- Financial Accounting (FI) Module, which encompasses the recording, summarizing, and reporting of financial transactions for Clinton Truck Tire Plant.
• Participate in inventory counts
• Perform other duties as directed by Head of Controlling & Accounting.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience
• Ability to understand and apply General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Highly organized, analytical person, able to work independently with others and communicate effectively.
• FI SAP experience
• Advanced Excel level
• Oriented towards delivering high quality services and results.

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

• CPA / CMA / MBA preferred
• previous experience in manufacturing
• Experience in CO SAP modules
• Operational controlling and/or cost accounting experience are a plus.

THE PERKS

• Immediate Benefits 
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Time Of
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discounts, including tire discounts
• Competitive Bonus Programs
• Employees 401k Match
• Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment
• Employee Resource Groups
• Employee Assistance Program
• Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional
• And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

THE ENVIRONMENT

• Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures / guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as company issued/approved steel toe shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.  as needed in the required areas.  
• This role is within a climate-controlled area of the facility.

EEO-Statement:

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to [email protected] or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.

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