Manager, Vehicle Accounting

Job description

At Hyundai, we’ve rethought our business and created cars that combine performance, quality, design and innovation into a complete package. It’s time you rethink what you expect from an employer. At Hyundai, we understand you're not just building a career – you're building a life. We believe in our people and realize that our success is a direct result of our commitment in offering you great opportunities for your career. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for a chance to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. WORK MODEL #LI-OnSite WHAT YOU WILL DO Provide professional expertise and leadership for the Vehicle Accounting Department, including accounts receivable, company vehicle accounting, and dealer program accounting. Serve as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders by providing and obtaining information needed to track company performance and support required reporting schedules. Apply technical accounting expertise, employee relations judgment, and management skills to lead the department and interact effectively with employees, auditors, dealers, vendors, affiliates, and related financial institutions. Evaluate, recommend, and document system improvements that strengthen internal controls and improve operational efficiency. Develop business requirements for vehicle and warranty system modifications and new system projects. Work independently and exercise sound judgment in matters related to Accounts Receivable, Dealer Programs, and Factory Billing (ACL/ACM). Supervision is provided directly and specifically when needed. HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT Oversee accounts receivable accounting functions, including planning, organizing, training, and evaluating personnel. Oversee vehicle-generated accounts receivable, dealer drafts, cash processing, wholesale return reimbursements, and related accounting activities. Oversee monthly dealer account statements and reimbursements for dealers with credit balances. Oversee collection efforts for dealer, non-dealer, and affiliate accounts. Oversee company car inventory, depreciation, physical inventory, and related recommendations. Track and monitor factory claims processing, billings, reimbursements, and account eliminations. Oversee dealer program accounting, dealer credit processing support, and financial reporting. Design and implement system enhancements to improve accuracy, efficiency, and reporting. Prepare, review, approve, and post monthly journal entries. Participate in month-end close activities including SAP transaction processing, reconciliations, and financial schedule preparation. Ensure timely completion of account reconciliations and resolution of discrepancies. Support preparation of vehicle sales, cost, margin, KFIN, Allocated P&L, and M2M reports. Support KPMG quarterly reviews and annual audits through PBC schedules, analyses, and audit support. Maintain consistency of PBC reporting schedules and streamline reporting processes. Assist with Finance Department records retention and disposition programs. Manage direct reports, including workload allocation, development, hiring, and performance evaluations. Approve ITSM requests supporting system corrections and performance improvements. Perform work related to management and general business operations requiring discretion and independent judgment. WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE Must be a high school graduate. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred. Master’s degree a plus. Six or more years of experience, including at least five years of directly related accounting experience. Prior supervisory experience desired. Thorough knowledge of general and cost accounting methods and principles, including data processing applications (particularly perpetual inventory systems and Microsoft Excel). Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to formally present financial information related to accounts receivable, vehicle inventory, and cost of sales. Considerable working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including the ability to use spreadsheets to automate reporting requirements. AS400 and SAP system expertise in areas including sales and distribution and receivables. Working knowledge of SQL, QMF query language, and Access database methods is strongly desired. Working knowledge of inventory control. Strong analytical skills and ability to think critically. Knowledge of SAP CO/PA and FI strongly desired. WHAT HYUNDAI CAN OFFER YOU Monthly Hyundai/Genesis vehicle lease allowance (including insurance and maintenance) Holiday Pay - the company shuts down with pay between Christmas and New Years. Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts 401(k) retirement plan with Employer Match Additional 401(K) Employer Enhanced Contribution program – eligible after 1 year of employment, in addition to the regular employer matching contribution Vacation and sick time off Employer-paid basic life and disability coverage, including Paid-Family Leave. Mental health, wellbeing, and employee assistance program Health advocate (support) Education Reimbursement program: Up to $5,250 per year for employees seeking higher education degrees. External Training and Development Programs Compensation Range: $91,000.00 - $130,000.00 annual base salary WHAT HAPPENS NEXT Express your interest by submitting an application. Once your application is received, our recruiting team will review your application to see if you meet the basic and preferred qualifications listed on the job description. For more information on our hiring process please visit our How We Hire page. OTHER DETAILS Physical requirements: Normal office duties Our Company adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state and local laws. The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.