Accounting and Financial Reporting Accountant I

Daimler Truck AG•Portland, OR

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Inside the Role We design, operate and control the Accounting and Financial Reporting process of DTNA. As a valuable business partner, we ensure transparency and provide accounting guidance and services. As quality gatekeeper, we drive compliance with accounting and financial reporting rules within DTNA and the Daimler Truck Group. This position provides routine support to the accounting team by performing standardized tasks within the financial closing and reporting process. Working under supervision, the role follows established procedures to assist with recurring steps in the consolidation process using the Management Information Factory (MIF) tool. Responsibilities also include preparing routine U.S. and Canadian census and financial data reports. The position focuses on accuracy, consistency, and adherence to documented processes. This role supports the team in ensuring that financial information is processed and recorded according to established guidelines and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree with focus in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration or related field required from an accredited university/college.
0-2 years of experience in a Finance, Accounting or related field environment.
Ability to follow detailed instructions, checklists, and established procedures.
Strong attention to accuracy and organization when completing repetitive tasks.
Willingness to ask questions and seek guidance when needed.
Basic proficiency with Excel and comfort learning new systems through training.
Team-oriented mindset and willingness to support routine team operations.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Excel beyond basic functions.
Exposure to SAP or other accounting systems.

Responsibilities

Perform standard month-end tasks associated with MIF reporting and consolidation tool using close checklists.
Validate system interface checks by following established review lists and escalating any discrepancies, to ensure controls are met and financial data is accurate.
Enter predefined journal entries into the system based on approved templated and instructions.
Preparation of recurring US and Canadian government census and financial data reports, following documented procedures.
Maintain organized records and documentation for reporting and consolidation activities.
Complete routine general ledger account reconciliations using established templates and instructions.
Prepare routine footnote disclosures for quarterly reporting purposes for MIF consolidation disclosures.
Support task-based assignments as they arise (e.g., running reports, updating lists, preparing files).
Provide routine, fact gathering support to assist senior staff in addressing accounting questions.
Communicate status updates to team members and escalate items requiring review.
Follow documented procedures for updating process documentation when instructed.
Assist in completing checklists or input tasks related to system activities under guidance.
Use Excel or other tools to perform basic, repetitive data updates (no advanced analysis required).
Prepare standard reports used in the communication of group eliminations.
Provide support to senior team members as questions arise from management.
Assist senior team members with quarterly external audit support as required.
Assist with routine tasks related to internal control documentation.
Follow predefined testing steps when assigned, escalating all exceptions or unclear results.
Complete assigned, low complexity tasks in support of ongoing team projects.
Track progress in project logs or checklists as directed.
Support organizational and/or system changes to meet continuous improvement objectives.

Benefits

annual bonus program
401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age
starting at 4 weeks paid vacation
15 calendar holidays
8 weeks paid parental leave
employee assistance program
comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs
onsite fitness (at some locations)
tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off
short-term and long-term disability plans