Accounting Analyst

BorgWarner • Auburn Hills, MI

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About The Position

The Accounting Analyst supports accurate and timely financial processes and identifies opportunities for continuous improvement. Reporting to the Accounting Manager at BorgWarner’s corporate headquarters, the role works across the global organization and provides exposure to a broad range of accounting activities and business processes, visibility to executive leadership, and opportunities to strengthen accounting, analytical, and problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate takes initiative, challenges the status quo, and develops solutions to complex problems in a team environment.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of accounting experience with working knowledge of U.S. GAAP in a corporate accounting function or public accounting firm.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• CPA certification or currently working toward CPA certification.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Critical thinking skills and a desire to understand the reasons behind processes.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new systems and processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Power Query, Power BI, or other data analytics tools.
• Interest in or proficiency with workflow automation and AI tools.
• Experience with an ERP system; SAP experience preferred.
• Concur experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for Accounts Payable and General Ledger processes, analyze performance trends, and recommend improvements.
• Support month-end and quarter-end close activities, including account analysis, variance investigation, and timely resolution of identified issues.
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc journal entries, including accruals and other general ledger adjustments.
• Perform monthly intercompany reconciliations and collaborate with trading partners to resolve out-of-balance items and reconcile intercompany accounts.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly account reconciliations, research reconciling items, and coordinate resolution of outstanding balances.
• Respond to audit requests and ensure activities follow established internal control procedures.
• Administer Accounts Payable system configuration, including expense approval limits, hierarchy tables, user changes, and approval workflows.
• Support General Ledger and Accounts Payable teams in resolving payment returns and rejections.
• Assist Accounts Payable with vendor master records, including creating vendor profiles, establishing payment methods, and reviewing vendor accounts for accuracy and completeness.
• Review employee expense reports, monitor account delinquencies, and support administration of the corporate credit card program.
• Support cross-functional projects and initiatives, including financial reporting, system implementations, process improvements, and automation opportunities.
• Cross-train with key individuals to ensure continuity during peak periods and team absences.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level