Hitachi Capital America Corporation is an independent, diversified leasing and financial services company providing financing to Hitachi group companies and the commercial business sector in the United States. We provide a variety of asset-based financing solutions with our business focus on vendor finance, truck finance, construction equipment finance, medical equipment finance, lease discounting and software financing.
Position Overview:
Oversee and review the daily activities of the Accounting Department.
Review month-end activities and assist in financial statement preparation.
Develop system enhancements while maintaining Sarbanes-Oxley process narratives and internal control matrices to ensure financial calculations are accurate and operation is working efficiently.
Commitment to Internal Control:
The incumbent accepts the responsibility for establishing and maintaining the internal control system associated with the essential duties and responsibilities of the functional areas that the incumbent manages.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Review and approve journal entries for accuracy and appropriate substantiation.
Manage entire monthly and yearly financial close.
Review partial & full contract terminations in Info-Lease for accuracy and timeliness.
Assist in processing restructures ensuring earned income is properly calculated.
Review booking checklist for accuracy.
Responsible for GL Account and Report Maintenance.
Review monthly account reconciliations ensuring the account balances are substantiated with appropriate support from sub-ledgers.
Ensure ACH accounts are set up on an accurate and timely basis.
Review and approve wires, sign checks.
Review monthly revenue recognition journal entries and supporting documentation to ensure numbers are accurately reported.
Review month end reports and prepare financial statement analytics & monthly Business Results analysis.
Complete various surveys, ELA annual & monthly, Government annual & quarterly, Monitor, etc.
Review monthly Portfolio Sales Reports with Management.
Prepare and present to Controller monthly budget vs. actual financial analysis.
Manage the day-to-day E&Y audits, SOX audits & other internal audits.
Day-to-Day management of Accounting Department staff and responsibilities.
Assist in developing system enhancement to automate routine or eliminate inefficient processes, while providing a systematic audit trail.
Assist in periodic IT projects.
Update Sarbanes-Oxley financial reporting process narratives as changes are implemented.
Manage Internal Control process pertaining to Sales Recognition, Procurement (A/P), G/L Account & report Maintenance & Account Reconciliations.
Back up for Controller.
Responsibility and Decision Making Authority:
Act independently; decision making within Company policy.
Approve wires, sign checks.
Management/Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise accounting department staff of eight.
Qualifications/Competencies:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of Info-Lease, Classic, Great Plains.
Advanced proficiency using Excel and Word.
Working knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
Excellent organizational and problem solving skills.
Ability to prioritize, multitask, troubleshoot activities and use time efficiently.
Strong analytical skills.
Detail oriented with attention to accuracy and thoroughness.
Willing and able to adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands and able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
Proven ability to maintain confidentiality.
Education and Experience:
BS in Accounting.
5-7 years experience in all aspects of accounting.
Licensing and Certification: CPA and MBA a plus.
Working Hours: Hours may vary and will require evening work and weekends depending on business needs and will require working overtime.
Tools and Equipment Used: Personal computer, copier, fax, phone, and other typical office equipment.
Travel: Minimum travel required.
Physical Demands:
Digital dexterity and hand/eye coordination in operation of office equipment.
Light lifting and carrying of supplies, files, etc.
Ability to speak to and hear customers and/or other employees via phone or in person.
Body motor skills sufficient to enable incumbent to move from one office location to another.
The Hitachi Corporate Office is easily accessible from all major highways. Public transport routes via bus and train with free shuttle service to local Metro North Railroad. Our facilities are state of the art and include dry cleaning service, ATM, cafeteria and fitness center (partially subsidized membership) and free secured parking.
For immediate consideration, please forward a cover letter, salary requirements and a resume to HR@HitachiCapitalAmerica.com
MANAGER, ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL REPORTING Schaumburg, IL
Navistar Financial Corporation is the wholly-owned finance subsidiary of International Truck and Engine Corporation ("International"), whose parent company is Navistar International Corporation. International Truck and Engine Corporation is a 103-year-old company with approximately 17,000 employees worldwide with approximately $13B in revenues. Navistar Financial Corporation helps customers by providing transportation financing options for International customers and dealers and select trailer customers and dealers with dependable, consistent service and knowledge. With new Headquarters in Schaumburg, Illinois, Navistar Financial Corporation is currently seeking:
Manager, Accounting and Financial Reporting
POSITION PURPOSE:
Responsible for planning, coordinating, directing and controlling those activities related to the preparation of timely and accurate general ledgers, financial statements and internal and external financial reports.
Accuracy and integrity of NFC general ledgers.
Quarterly and annual reports to SEC and monthly reports to management and lenders.
Special presentations to financial institutions and rating agencies.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Direct and review the recording of activity in the various general ledgers, records and reports to insure their integrity.
Controls and directs the preparation of consolidated actual, plan forecast and special financial information to insure clear and precise understanding of reported data for the purpose of making major business decisions.
Controls and directs the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial data in compliance with lenders' agreements.
Maintains responsiveness of financial reporting to all management information needs through revision of existing report formats, development of new reports and preparation of bank and rating agency slide presentations, underwriter's road shows and prospectus disclosure.
Performs and/or coordinates corporate technical accounting and reporting research to ensure adherence to GAAP and SEC requirements.
Manage the development and testing of enhancements to the mechanized reporting systems (Microsoft Office, Hyperion, etc).
Review and manage internal control structure for efficiency and effectiveness - including managing the implementation of policy, procedures and methods for Cantera and Field accounting.
Interface with and support needs of various company entities and departments through teamwork and technical advice.
Maintain teamwork attitude and encourage development of accounting and analytical skills of direct reports and other staff accountants.
Ensure the development of a competent, motivated and promotable staff while considering succession planning and career.
REQUIREMENTS:
Basic Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
Years of Work Experience:
At least 5 years of Supervisory experience.
At least 2 years public accounting or corporate financial reporting experience.
Desired Skills:
CPA Certification or 7 years of financial services industry experience desired
Microsoft PowerPoint, Word and Excel - intermediate skill level
Hyperion Enterprise - intermediate skill level
Microsoft Access - intermediate skill level
Knowledge of securitizations and derivatives accounting
Excellent interpersonal and supervising skills
Strong presentation, oral and written communication skills
Personal strengths in accuracy and reliability
Team Player
Ability to administer assignments with multiple due dates
Analytical skills
Positive attitude
Customer focus
Developing direct reports
Managerial courage
Organizational agility
Priority setting
Problem solving
Technical learning
MBA a plus
Experience in financial services and familiarity with related accounting pronouncements
We offer benefits that command attention, including competitive compensation, healthcare benefit options, work-life balance, vacations, holidays, employee assistance program, and many more.
Please visit our website for more information on the above and additional opportunities, and apply online to above listed keyword search "Manager Accounting" at:
Océ Financial Services, Inc. is a captive leasing company, headquartered in Boca Raton, FL, consolidating all lease-related activity for Océ North America equipment distribution channels. As a global leader in digital document management and delivery technology, Océ solutions and software deliver documents and data over internal networks and the Internet to printing devices and archives locally and around the world.
Océ is an international company, operating in more than 90 countries, employing around 24,000 people, with 2007 revenues of approximately $4.6 billion. Océ North American revenues represented approximately half of Océ's worldwide business in 2007, and U.S. employment is currently 11,000 throughout 90 U.S. locations. Check our website at www.oceusa.com
The Controller for Océ Financial Services is responsible for the timely and accurate financial reporting of a leasing captive and prepares and monitors the annual budget and strategic plan. The Controller is also responsible for managing cash, and inter-company transactions. This position must also maintain solid inter-company relationships, manage SOX compliance activities, as well as all internal and external audits. Will also be responsible for assuring professional development of direct reports.
Responsibilities:
Prepares financial information in accordance with Océ accounting manual, GAAP, IAS, and IFRS.
Ensures clean internal and external audits.
Prepares timely budget submission to Corporate along with leadership in budget and strategic plan preparation.
Prepares timely reconciliations and confirmations.
Develops positive working relationships within Océ Financial Services, Inc., Océ North America and Océ Corporate contacts.
Hire, train, supervise, and develop a staff of employees performing financial and lease accounting, reporting, and SOX related activities.
Manage the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP, FASB, IAS, IFRS, and the Océ accounting manual.
Analyze financial data for trends, opportunities, and weaknesses.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting with a minimum of 15 years of financial accounting experience including a minimum of 5 years direct leasing experience.
CPA required.
MBA, Certified Leasing Professional (CLP) certification preferred.
InfoLease or comparable lease accounting related software required.
Good knowledge of GAAP and some experience with IAS.
Must have strong interpersonal skills.
Strong P.C. Skills including Microsoft suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
Working knowledge of SAP FI preferred.
Knowledge of database application(s) a plus.
Direct Inquiries Only/No Agencies Please.
Océ is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer encouraging workforce diversity (M/F/D/V).
Microsoft Financing is a rapidly growing organization, expanding operations in more than 15 countries
with additional countries coming on line this year. Our loan portfolio has more than doubled each year and is
planned to grow 70% this year exceeding one billion dollars.
Microsoft Financing is a wholly owned subsidiary whose mission is to help sell more Microsoft product by providing
financing and payment flexibility to Microsoft's customers. Microsoft Financing has embarked on several projects, which
will lead to having Financing as part of every customer proposal, giving Microsoft greater flexibility in its customer
offerings.
This is a key management position within the Finance Team supporting Microsoft Financing (MSF). MSF provides financing
solutions for Microsoft commercial customers in over 14 countries. Growing rapidly over the last four years, MSF will
originate over $1B in new loans in FY08. Core responsibilities are driving forecasting, budgeting, analysis, incentive
compensation and portfolio reporting for monthly, midyear and annual planning sessions. Reporting to the Finance Director,
this position will work closely with the worldwide leadership team to provide financial intelligence that will drive the
business to the next $1B.
In this challenging worldwide role you will have the opportunity to stretch yourself and make a lasting impression in the
Finance Team and the business by delivering quality information, creating tools, scorecards, reporting and elevating the
entire role to the next level.
Key Accountabilities:
Develop and manage multiple sets of worldwide budgets
Full balance sheet and income statement budgeting
Alignment with business initiatives and objectives
Planning and reporting internally and to broader audience
Manage profit center hierarchy to achieve multi-tiered reporting
Create world class forecasting tools
Build tools to forecast finance revenue, opex, fee structures, other costs, finance receivables and other assets, with multiple financing models covering multiple geographies
Customize financing models by geography and product
Reporting/presenting to management team
Provide insight to forecast and budgets to drive business results
Present to management team forecasts, budgets, and analysis
Incentive compensation for worldwide sales force
Create compensation modeling based on originations, gross profit and other methods
Develop tools for reporting compensation supporting business growth
Work with sales leaders on policy and procedures
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Minimum 5 years of financial planning experience at the corporate or divisional level
Proficient with MS Office and expert level Excel skills
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