Plant Accountant

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment – Dana provides the world’s original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.Job PurposeA Plant Accountant is responsible for managing financial records, overseeing budgeting and cost management, and conducting financial analysis specifically for a manufacturing plant.Job Duties and Responsibilities

Accurate and timely input of journal entries and management of the monthly closing process.
Assist with accurate and timely preparation of internal management reports.
Prepare and validate reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.
Prepare financial schedules used for quarterly external reporting.
Develop working knowledge of plant activities relevant to a plant accountant.
Ensure compliance with all Sarbanes Oxley requirements.
Perform self-assessment testing of internal controls when needed.
Provide support for plant controllers, financial analysts, and operations, as needed.
Facilitate requests from internal and external auditors, providing detailed and reliable information.
Respond timely to ad-hoc requests for financial analysis and decision support.
Cross train with AP / AR to provide back up support when needed.
Collaborate with other Shared Service groups to standardize and improve processes.
Performs all other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree is required, accounting degree is preferred.
Experience in a shared service or plant operations is preferred.
Flexible schedule and willing to work extra hours when necessary.
3-5 years of accounting experience required.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Strong financial accounting knowledge
High attention to details
Ability to multi-task is imperative.
Ability to perform in stressful situations.
Possess strong Microsoft Office expertise.
Issue resolution and problem solving
Strong organizational skills and mental agility
Willing to adapt to change and adjust routine accordingly.
Clear and effective written and verbal communication
SAP experience preferred.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party RecruitersPlease note that as per Dana policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Dana will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.Join our team of 40,000 problem solvers who are fostering a culture of innovation by leveraging the diverse perspectives of our global team. We believe in facing challenges head-on by finding opportunity and uncovering possibility, where roadblocks and barriers become targets instead of obstacles. We are One Dana with limitless opportunity.Our Values