Financial Analyst
About The Position
The Accounting Analyst supports accurate and timely financial processes and identifies opportunities for continuous improvement. The role is suited to an initiative-taking candidate who challenges the status quo and develops solutions to complex problems in a team environment. Reporting to the Accounting Manager at BorgWarner’s corporate headquarters, the Accounting Analyst works across the global organization and gains exposure to a broad range of accounting activities and business processes. The role also provides visibility to executive leadership and opportunities to strengthen accounting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
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 and a desire to understand the reasons behind processes.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems and processes.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Power Query, Power BI, or other data analytics tools.
- Interest or proficiency in workflow automation and AI tools.
- Experience with an ERP system; SAP experience is preferred.
- Concur experience.
Responsibilities
- Develop and monitor 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 resolution of identified issues.
- Prepare recurring and ad hoc journal entries, including accruals and other general ledger adjustments.
- Perform monthly intercompany reconciliations and work 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
