Global Accounting Manager

AESC is looking to add a Global Accounting Manager, to our team in Santa Clara, CA.

• Full-Time
• Hybrid
• 5 days on-site with Friday working remotely

AESC is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance batteries for zero-emission electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Founded in Japan in 2007 and headquartered in Yokohama, AESC has been building manufacturing capabilities around the world in the U.S., U.K., Europe, Japan and China to serve key markets and leading customers locally for over 14 years. Today, AESC has become the partner of choice for the world's leading OEMs and energy storage providers in North America, Europe, and Asia. Its advanced technology powers over one million electric vehicles and provides more than 15GWh of installed capacity for battery energy systems in over 60 countries.

AESC is expanding its footprint in the United States with gigafactories in Kentucky, South Carolina, and Tennessee to meet the growing demand for EV and BESS batteries and strengthen its presence in the North American market. AESC's Tennessee gigafactory in Smyrna, which has been operational since 2012, produces batteries for Nissan. The Kentucky gigafactory in Bowling Green will supply Mercedes-Benz with high-performance battery cell modules. The South Carolina gigafactory in Florence will supply technology-leading battery cells for new electric models produced in BMW Group's Spartanburg plant. AESC is committed to our local communities where it is making its investments, creating jobs, and supporting local charities.

As the Global Accounting Manager at AESC, you will be responsible for leading the process of consolidating financial statements across our global operations, including balance sheets, income statements, and other financial schedules. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that all financial reporting is compliant with international accounting standards and accurately reflects the financial position of AESC as a global leader in battery manufacturing for electric vehicles (EV) and energy storage systems (ESS). You will collaborate closely with regional finance teams and internal/external auditors to maintain accuracy, optimize consolidation processes, and ensure a high standard of financial transparency.

Consolidation Process Management:

• Lead the consolidation of global financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and other related financial schedules.
• Ensure all consolidated financial statements are in strict compliance with international accounting standards (e.g., IFRS or US GAAP).
• Establish and continuously improve consolidation processes using the ERP system, integrating automation where possible.
• Generate monthly consolidated financial packages, including consolidated balance sheet and income statements, for Executive Management as part of the month-end close process.

Intercompany and Foreign Currency Transactions:

• Ensure accuracy of all intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and adjustments, including the foreign currency revaluation process.
• Collaborate with various regions and entities within the company to gather accurate financial data and reconcile intercompany transactions.
• Review consolidated schedules, investigate abnormal balances, and provide corrective actions where necessary.
• Work with internal and external auditors for all transactions booked in the consolidation process.
• Function as SOX controls owner of all consolidation related controls.

Financial Reporting:

• Prepare financial statements and footnotes for private companies
• Prepare cash flow statements
• Ad hoc technical accounting research

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with regional finance teams, external and internal auditors, and IT development teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Serve as the point of contact for any consolidation-related inquiries from global stakeholders.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to enhance financial consolidation tools and processes.

Compliance and Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with global financial regulations, standards, and corporate policies.
• Lead or participate in financial audits related to consolidation, providing necessary documentation and addressing queries related to consolidation.
• Support ad-hoc financial projects, analysis, and reporting requests as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Welcome to AESC, where you'll have the opportunity to tackle the world's most fascinating challenges alongside exceptionally talented individuals who are driven to make a difference. We strive to ensure that our employees are well taken care of, enabling them to focus on their work and contribute to our collective mission.

We offer:

• Comprehensive compensation packages including a competitive salary and a rewarding bonus program.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
• Highly automated, clean, safe, and temperature-controlled production environment
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with company match
• Life Insurance (Company paid and additional voluntary life available)
• Paid Vacation and 14 Paid Holidays
• Short term and long-term disability coverage (Company Paid)
• Tuition reimbursement

This role offers between $140,000-$180,000/year base salary plus full benefits.

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• Four-year degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or a related field.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, consolidation processes, and financial reporting standards.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial consolidation for a multi-national company, preferably within the manufacturing or technology sectors.
• Consolidation experience with multinational companies.
• Preferred management skills and abilities to supervise levels up to and including supervisors.
• Proven management experience, with the ability to supervise and mentor accounting teams across multiple regions.
• Strong technical expertise in Group Reporting SAP ERP systems or similar systems for consolidation.
• Extensive experience in intercompany reconciliation, foreign currency revaluation, and financial reporting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with global teams.
• High attention to detail, with a strong analytical mindset and problem-solving capabilities.
• Understands and follows all standards of IATF16949 and VDA 6.3 quality standards. (training and awareness will be provided for those who are not familiar with these standards)
• Understands and follows all standards of ISO14001 environmental standards. (training and awareness will be provided for those who are not familiar with these standards)

• CPA or equivalent certification strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial consolidation for multi-national company, preferably within the manufacturing or technology sectors.
• Big 4 public accounting experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with the manufacturing, automotive, or energy storage sectors is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of financial consolidation software and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Your application allows us to learn more about you and find potential fits within our team. We strive to respond to all applicants promptly, though times may vary with submission volume. If you don't receive an immediate response, it doesn't reflect on your candidacy; we'll keep your application for future opportunities. Thank you for your patience and enthusiasm as we improve our application process.

At AESC, we are committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all individuals. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S Join us in our passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products, contributing to a sustainable and zero-carbon emission future.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to read, write, speak, hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms frequently throughout the day.

Candidate must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of drug screen and background check. AESC US LLC is a drug-free workplace. #LI-IC1