Manager GAAP Reporting and Accounting

Founded in 1957, Superior Industries has grown to become one of the world's largest light vehicle aluminum wheel suppliers. Headquarters in Southfield, MI, Superior operates nine manufacturing facilities and employs approximately 8,000 people in North America and Europe. For over 60 years, they have delivered innovative and quality products. Superior has the expertise and technology to deliver the latest trends and finish varieties. In 2017, Superior Industries completed the acquisition of UNIWHEELS in Germany. This transformational acquisition doubled the size of the company and diversified the customer portfolio. With a #1 market position in North America and #3 in Europe, Superior plans to continue to expand its global capabilities and market leadership. 

The Manager of GAAP Reporting & Accounting will be responsible for managing the quarterly and annual reporting processes, compilation of the financial statements along with corresponding footnotes for communication with Senior Leadership, External Lenders, and Private Equity owner(s). Reports directly to the Senior Director of Corporate Accounting. This position requires a strong background in technical accounting, extensive knowledge of reporting requirements for private companies, and a proven track record of leading successful financial statement consolidation processes. This role will play a critical part in ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting to internal and external key stakeholders. This role serves as a strategic partner with Superior Finance and Planning (FPA), Treasury, Tax teams, along with executive Financial Leadership Team and both internal/external auditors.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

•                Reports to: Senior Director of Corporate Accounting

LOCATION

Southfield, MI

·      Oversee the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements and related footnotes, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP 

·      Stay current on emerging accounting pronouncements and assess their impact on the company’s financial reporting.

·      Ability to assess implications of new transactions or accounting standards on quarterly and annual reporting packages and develop and deliver executive summaries of those identified implications.

·      Lead the implementation of new accounting standards for private companies and provide guidance on complex accounting issues.

·      Collaborate with internal and external auditors to support the audit process and resolve any audit-related inquiries.

·      Support development of strong internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) to ensure the integrity of financial data.

·      Support Treasury’s quarterly external reporting requirements w/ outside lenders.

·      Proactive communication of financial implications to internal customers and internal/external auditors’ stakeholders of contemplated transactions, system changes

·      Identify, action and implement key process improvements.

·      Promote culture of accountability, adaptability, and initiative.

QUALIFICATIONS

·      Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.

·      CPA required; experience w/ accounting firm a plus.

·      9 years of accounting and financial reporting experience

·      Strong technical accounting skills with an understanding of US GAAP and Private Company regulations

• Excellent communication, strong research, and drafting skills
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel along with ERP systems experience  
• Hyperion or BPC experience a plus
• Automotive & manufacturing experience
• Results-oriented and ability to solve problems by developing and implementing solutions.

Physical Requirements:

·      Ability to perform the essential job functions safely and successfully consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting productivity standards.

·      Must be able to lift and carry up to 20lbs.

·      Limited domestic and/or international travel to regional offices and plants

Working Conditions:

Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work. Hybrid of work from home and in office work model.