BS/BA in Finance/Accounting or equivalent experience
7+ years of Finance ERP Experience with IFRS knowledge, focusing on IFRS 15
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong computer and analytical skills, including MS Office proficiency
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Responsibilities
Record, analyze, interpret, and report financial information for R&D and Group Engineering functions
Perform month-end closing processes and coordinate with corporate closing efforts
Track and report Project spend details and manage bi-annual invoicing for R&D costs
Ensure compliance with IFRS 15 for revenue recognition and asset recording
Manage expenses, ensuring alignment with budget and proper approval processes
Develop internal controls to safeguard company assets and minimize financial errors
Perform complex account reconciliations and assist with finance reporting
Benefits
401k
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Company-paid holidays
Paid vacation
Education assistance
Full Job Description
Essential Functions:
Provide for recording, analyzing, interpreting and reporting of all financial related information for the Research and Development and Group Engineering functions located in the Northwood facility in accordance with IFRS Standards.
Perform month end closing requirements at a local level. Coordinate with closing efforts at a corporate level. Perform account analysis to ensure integrity of financial data as reported in the general ledger and on financial statements.
Record and report on various Project spend detail monthly to the Global Group function for Research and Development. Invoice bi-annually on NA Research and Development cost to appropriate internal entities.
Track, report and support invoicing for New Model Tooling and Project Spend - including ensuring IFRS 15 (Revenue from Contracts with Customers) accounting requirements for Capital, Contract Assets and Liabilities, WIN payments, ensuring properly recording of assets and spend in various required tracking systems and reports.
Ensure accurate and timely revenue recognition, including identification of performance obligations, transaction price allocation, and timing of revenue recognition.
Manage Expenses and spending at the Northwood facility to align to budget, ensuring proper invoice and contract approvals, timing of expenses and reviewing and resolving of any AP differences preventing proper payment to Vendors.
Develop and maintain a system of internal controls that adequately safeguard company assets and that minimize the chance of recording erroneous financial information. This includes performing Blackline reconciliations and tasks according to their required timing (monthly/quarterly/annually).
Perform complex account reconciliations, cross-business unit account and expense allocations, and other accounting duties as assigned to support the closing process, finance reporting, and Accounting Support for the NA Finance Region and Group Functions.
Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles
Other duties as assigned by manager
Top 3 Competencies Needed for Success in the Role:
Decision Making - focuses data analysis on the most relevant and important information without getting lost in detail
Passion for Excellence - Steps forward to address difficult situations and performance issues in a timely and respectful manner
Engages and Inspires others - Works collaboratively and builds trust to develop enduring working relationships with others
Qualifications Required:
BS/BA in Finance/Accounting, related field or equivalent experience
7+ years of Finance ERP Experience, including inherent knowledge of IFRS, with focus on IFRS15 requirements and application.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong computer and analytical skills - including all modules of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Qualifications Desired:
SAP Expertise in Finance Modules.
Experience in Project Management including SAP Project System Module.
Advanced Business or Finance Degree.
We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes 401k, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, company paid holidays, paid vacations, and education assistance.
