Accounting Operations Lead

Navistar • Knoxville, TN

38d

About The Position

As an Accounting Operations Lead, you'll take the lead in overseeing key accounting operations, with a strong focus on Fixed Assets and month-end close processes. Reporting directly to the General Accounting Manager, you'll play a critical role in maintaining financial accuracy and integrity while contributing to continuous process improvement within our Accounting Center. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with our BPO partner in Bangalore, India, support global operations, and make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you're passionate about accounting, love solving problems, and thrive in a leadership role-this is your chance to shine.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting
• At least 2 years of accounting experience
• OR
• Bachelor's degree and a CPA
• At least 2 years of accounting experience
• OR
• Master's degree in accounting
• At least 1 year of accounting experience
• OR
• Master's degree and a CPA
• At least 1 year of accounting experience
• Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Nice To Haves

• Proven experience with Fixed Assets accounting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Demonstrated leadership in a team or supervisory role
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis)
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and standards
• Ability to work cross-functionally and across time zones
• Experience with SAP ERP is a strong plus

Responsibilities

• Lead and govern the Fixed Assets accounting function, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Oversee and support the maintenance of Fixed Assets records
• Perform and review monthly close activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations
• Develop, maintain, and review desk procedures and documentation
• Drive ad hoc analysis and special projects to support business needs
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and our global BPO partner
• Take ownership of additional duties as assigned in a dynamic work environment

Benefits

• We provide a competitive total rewards package which ensures job satisfaction both on and off the job.
• We offer market-based compensation, health benefits, 401(k) match, tuition assistance, EAP, legal insurance, an employee discount program, and more.
• For this position, the expected salary range will be commensurate with the candidate's applicable skills, knowledge and experience.
• You can learn more about our comprehensive benefits package at https://careers.international.com/#benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods