Financial Accountant III

Daifuku North America, a group company of Daifuku in Japan - the largest material handling company in the world. Our advanced systems move everything from car bodies at auto plants to luggage at airports to packaged goods at warehouses. We are known as experts in engineering, manufacturing, and servicing innovative automated materials handling systems including conveyors, automatic guided vehicles, automated storage & retrieval systems, and integrated controls.

The company is currently seeking an experienced Financial Accountant III.

Position Summary/ Primary Purpose

The Financial Accountant Analyst III is responsible for assuring the integrity and completeness of the general ledger and financial statements. Assumes responsibility and works with a high degree of accuracy utilizing data from multiple systems. This position reports to the Accounting Manager or the Treasurer.

Major Areas of Responsibility

Prepares and reviews A/R and A/P process.
• Prepare the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes, including reviewing journal entries, account balance reconciliations.
• Prepare income statements, balance sheets, consolidated financial statements and various other accounting/financial reports.
• Manage annual budgeting process and monthly actual vs. budget comparison analysis.
• Addresses internal/external audits and J- SOX compliance testing
• Execute J-SOX process as the inspector to the DNA subsidiaries.
• Supports and executes ongoing process improvements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Process banking transactions. Manage cash balance and future cashflow plans.
• Address ASU, IFRS and other new regulations with Daifuku Japan and DNA subsidiaries.
• Leads operations and improvement project execution related to the corporate guidelines, governance policies, risk managements and internal controls.

Basic Broad Knowledge

• Economics and Accounting - Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
• Computer Programs- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SAP (a plus).
• English Language- Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Basic Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical and quantitative competencies
• Ability to multi-task and solve problems
• Possess intellectual agility; readily accepts the challenges of unfamiliar task.
• Speaks and writes clearly and effectively even when relating complex information. Expresses ideas in a concise and organized manner.
• Strong organizational, planning and documentation skills.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 6+ years or accounting experience
• CPA or MBA a plus

Demonstrated Physical Abilities

Remain stationary for 50% of the time; move/traverse throughout the office to access file cabinets and office equipment; operate a computer and other productivity machinery; inspect documents; communicate with others through talking/hearing; read/identify/assess forms and correspondence.

Daifuku North America is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled, and federal sub/contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or medical condition. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan or policy statement, please call 248-553-1000.

Daifuku North America offers an excellent compensation package including great benefits such as excellent medical, vision, and dental insurance, paid vacation time, paid sick time, and paid holidays, 401K, Flexible Spending Programs, and more.

At this time our company only receives applications online. If you need assistance applying online to this position, please call 248-553-1000 and leave a message and your call will be returned.