Accountant III - DENSO TEN AMERICA Limited

DENSO TEN provides a working environment where ambitious individuals grow and teamwork flourishes. We invest in our people because our success depends on their personal and professional development. DENSO TEN management is committed to respecting each employee while nurturing both individual and team capabilities. We seek to put people first, encourage participative decision making by all members, foster collaborative teamwork and support career development.

Comprehensive Benefits Package (offered to direct hire full time teammates):

• Health & Wellness:Health,Dental,Vision,Prescription Drug Plans,Wellness Program
• Financial Security:401(k) with 5% Company Match,Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance,Flexible Spending Account
• Professional Development:Tuition Reimbursement,Career Development & Ongoing Training
• Work-Life Balance:Paid Holidays & Vacation,Volunteer Opportunities
• Employee Recognition:Recognition Programs for Achievements & Milestones

POSITION SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports and related documents by performing the following duties.

OVERVIEW: KEY JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITES

Job Duties Overview

KEY JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, documenting business transactions.
2. Review all subledgers such as cash, receivable, payable, inventory, fixed assets, cost, payroll and provide necessary support (including analysis, reports, and recommendations) for the accounting department.
3. Prepare and maintain ledger, reconciliation and related document for designated accounts every month, and fiscal year closing.
4. Prepare and coordinate invoices and related documents for the designated accounts with other departments.
5. Distributes expenditures, encumbrances, receipts, and receivables according to schedules.
6. Perform statistical analyses to determine trends, estimates, and significant changes, and write narrative report.
7. Analyzes financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital, and prepares trial balance, balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports to summarize and interpret current and projected company financial position for other managers, explaining findings.
8. Audits contracts, orders, and vouchers, and prepares reports to substantiate individual transactions prior to settlement.
9. Determines proper handling of financial transactions and approves transactions within designated limits.
10. Monitors compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (US GAAP, IFRS) and company procedures.
11. Reviews, investigates, documents, and coordinates implementation of accounting systems and accounting control procedures.
12. Installs, modifies, documents, and coordinates implementation of accounting systems and accounting control procedures.
13. Devises and implements system for general accounting.
14. Makes recommendations regarding the accounting of reserves, assets, and expenditures.
15. Conducts studies and submits recommendations for improving the organization's accounting operation.
16. Collects appropriate data and prepares federal, state, and local reports and tax returns (not including federal and states income tax return).
17. Provide the support (including analysis) to determine the solutions (or recommendation of the next actions) to the staff who is working on the issues of receivables, payables, and cost accounting with Accounting Leader and Accounting supervisor to improve the financial condition of the company.
18. Assist (including preparation of materials) various audits (such as financial statement audit, various tax audits, and internal audit)

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

None

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science (Arts) degree in accounting or closely related field and minimum of 7 years of related experience or a minimum of 5 years of experience with a master's degree is required

EXPERIENCE

Work experience as an Accountant for 7 years or more required.

REQUIRED LEVEL OF EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, ABILITY

Level 3 to 4 (below) are required.

Level 3 (Career) - Minimum

Knowledge Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of industry practices and company policies and procedures; resolves a wide range of issues in imaginative as well as practical ways. This job is the fully qualified, career-oriented, journey-level position.

Job Complexity Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Demonstrates good judgement in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Interacts with senior internal and external personnel.

Supervision Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.

Experience/education Typically requires a bachelor's degree and minimum of 5 years of related experience or a minimum of 2 years of experience with a master's degree.

Level 4 (Expert/Lead) Preferable

Knowledge Having wide-ranging experience or unique knowledge, uses professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways. Considered an industry expert by external standards.

Job Complexity Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgement in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Internal and external contacts often pertain to company plans and objectives.

Supervision Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and acts as a lead to provide guidance to other personnel.

Experience/education Typically requires a bachelor's degree and minimum of 10 years of related experience or a minimum of 8 years of experience with a master's degree.

LICENCESES/CERTIFICATIONS

HOLDER OF US CPA CERTIFICATE OR LICENSE DESIRED

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Automobile industry experience 5 years or more (desired)

Knowledge and Experience of unique transactions in automobile industry (such as ASN and EDI) is big plus.

Proactive, detail oriented and hands-on attitude desired

Capability to notice the detail desired.

The work experience in accounting firm for 5 more years big plus

Spreadsheets (MS Excel) Advanced skill required. Large data handling skill and experience required. These skills will be tested.

Databases (MS Access) intermediate or more is a plus.

Word Processing (MS Word) intermediate or more is a plus.

SKILLS & ABILITIES OTHER

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

A fluent in English (verbal and writing)

Japanese (speaking and writing) skill are a big plus.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as IRS code, USGAAP, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization.

MATH ABILITY:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

COMPETENCIES

OVERVIEW: PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical Requirements/Work Environment Overview

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Ability to Adjust Focus

Close Vision

Lifts Up to 10 pounds

Reaches with Hands and Arms Occasionally

Sits Frequently

Stands Occasionally

Wals Occasionally

Work Environment - Quiet