DENSO

Advanced Accounting Specialist

DENSO  •  $80k - $101k/yr  •  Southfield, MI (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Under limited supervision, this role supports core accounting activities tied to financial processes, including month-end close margin analysis, reporting, and accruals. The position plays an important role in the financial close by preparing and reviewing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, and partnering with cross-functional teams and affiliated entities to ensure accurate financial reporting and effective internal controls.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Support core accounting activities related to month-end and year-end close, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and analysis to ensure accurate financial reporting.
  • Prepare journal entries for a variety of transactions, such as accruals, reclasses, intercompany activity, and other recurring or ad hoc entries.
  • Analyze balance sheet accounts, investigate margin variances, and help identify potential financial impacts in a timely manner.
  • Support internal control processes and documentation to help ensure compliance and accurate financial reporting.
  • Assist with intercompany accounting activities, including reconciliation and follow-up on differences with domestic and international affiliates.
  • Participate in process improvement initiatives by helping identify opportunities to improve efficiency, clarity, and controls.
  • Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 5+ Years of experience in accounting
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance, or a related field (required)
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (preferred)
  • Profit & Loss Analysis experience, including comparing plan versus actual, accruals, and related journal entries. (preferred)

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills to discuss or transmit primarily factual information to internal and external customers in the normal course of performing duties
  • Strong analytical skills to investigate, interpret, and reconcile information from several distinct sources in situations where conclusions or resolutions are discernible
  • Customer service skills to display a service-oriented attitude in addressing and responding to questions or issues
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Advanced knowledge of accounting principles under IFRS and U.S. GAAP
  • Advanced knowledge of financial systems and software (Oracle EPM experience a plus)
  • Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated commitment to teamwork
  • Demonstrated ability to adapt to and effectively manage change.
  • Kaizen mindset with the ability to apply the PDCA (Plan‑Do‑Check‑Act) approach.
  • Must also possess an understanding of current accounting operational structure (financial close, gross profit, J-SOX, etc.)

BENEFIT SUMMARY:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans 
  • 401K with 4% Company Match
  • Vacation/PTO and 13 paid Holidays
  • Bonus Program 
  • FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs
  • Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance
  • Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs
  • Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc.
  • Tuition Reimbursement 
  • Career Development and Ongoing Training 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program
  • Volunteer Opportunities 
  • Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)
  • Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location) 
  • Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)

Annual Salary: $80,000 - $101,000

DENSO

About DENSO

DENSO is one of the world's largest automotive suppliers with a 75-year history of providing advanced automotive systems and technology to automakers worldwide. While our products are featured on nearly every vehicle make and model on the road today, we're also looking to innovate beyond automotive so we can maximize how we support the evolving needs of society.

Globally, we have 158,000 employees, including 27,000+ in North America, working together every day to pursue our Two Great Causes:

Green -- which represents our goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2035 through our products, processes and facilities; and

Peace of Mind -- which focuses on developing solutions for safer and more seamless experiences across society.

Together, they help us pursue our mission of contributing to a better world.

Industry
Automotive & Mobility
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Southfield, Michigan
Year Founded
1947
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