Vice President, Accounting and Financial Reporting

Job description

Credit Acceptance is proud to be an award-winning company recognized both locally and nationally across multiple workplace categories. Our world-class culture is shaped by dedicated team members who are driven to succeed as professionals individually and together as a team. Backed by a strong product, exceptional people, and a stable financial foundation, we’ve grown into a leading provider of used and new car financing across the country. Our Support teams work with multiple departments in a dynamic environment that promotes flexibility and autonomy, while offering the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of professionals. We work to comply with our company standards, exceed customer expectations, and drive our Great Place to Work culture. We deliver high-quality services aligned to business needs, driving innovative improvements that support our company strategy and modern operating principles. The Vice President of Accounting & Financial reporting provides strategic leadership for the organization’s accounting and financial team. This role leads a team of Managers and Financial Analysts that is responsible for: accounting for transactions within the general ledger; preparation of the monthly internal financial statements; providing reporting and analysis that clearly communicates actual and forecasted financial performance; providing financial information to support team members to make sound business decisions; preparation of various financial statement supporting schedules on a quarterly basis for the Internal Audit team and external auditors; ensuring compliance with U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Reporting Rules through the accurate and timely filing of required documents; and ensuring compliance with Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX 404) by maintaining effective internal controls over financial reporting. Outcomes and Activities: Establish and maintain a high-performing organization by actively monitoring and improving the ten dimensions of organizational health (right people, right number, organizational design, clear expectations, training, performance management, measurement, incentive plans, right environment, tools). Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership by providing financial insights, technical accounting guidance, and recommendations that support business objectives and long-term growth. Lead and develop a team of Accounting Managers and Financial Analysts, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional growth. Ensure that the monthly internal financial statements are prepared accurately in accordance with GAAP by scheduled deadlines. Oversee the research, interpretation and implementation of the appropriate accounting policies for new products and services, changes to existing products and services, or for the issuance of new accounting guidance. Oversee the accurate and timely completion of supporting documentation for the Internal Audit team and external auditors. Provide accurate and timely reporting, analysis and insights of actual and forecasted financial performance on both a GAAP and non-GAAP basis that informs decision-making and meets stakeholder expectations Ensure that various SEC Forms (i.e. 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, 11-K, Proxy and Form 4) and press releases are filed accurately by established deadlines. Oversee the research, interpretation and implementation of the appropriate disclosures for changes in business activities and authoritative guidance (U.S. GAAP and SEC Reporting Rules). Ensure our compliance with SOX 404 by maintaining effective internal controls over our financial reporting, including ensuring that the design of our internal control structure is adequately documented Establish and execute a finance technology strategy that advances the use of AI, automation, and data-driven insights to enhance efficiency, scalability, and decision-making across the function. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge and Skills: Excellent organizational and leadership skills. Strong problem-solving, analytical and financial modeling skills. Quick thinker, with an ability to understand and analyze information promptly and effectively. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. Ability to convey complex information in a timely and easily understood manner throughout all levels of the organization. Demonstrate initiative by being proactive in work duties and making recommendations as opportunities arise. Customer focused both for internal and external customers. Open and receptive to ongoing feedback aimed at improving performance. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and PowerPoint. Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC Reporting Rules. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. Minimum 12+ years of related finance and accounting experience. Minimum 5 years of experience managing and developing managers and a professional level team. Certified Public Accountant or equivalent (i.e. - Chartered Accountant). Extensive experience researching accounting and reporting issues, including interpreting U.S. GAAP and SEC Reporting Rules. Extensive experience writing financial analytics for executive-level users. Extensive SEC Reporting experience in an audit role within a CPA firm and/or a corporate external reporting role. Experience designing and evaluating internal controls in an audit role within a CPA firm and/or a corporate internal audit/SOX 404 role. Experience designing and implementing process improvements. Preferred: Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance. Experience managing people who manage people. Significant experience in the Financial Services industry. Significant accounting experience from a large national or regional CPA firm. Knowledge of the Credit Acceptance operating model and business model. Targeted Compensation: $290,000+ base salary + an annual bonus plan #LI-Remote #zip Benefits Excellent benefits package that includes 401(K) match, adoption assistance, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive medical/ dental/vision and many nonstandard benefits that make us a Great Place to Work Our Company Values: To be successful in this role, Team Members need to be: Positive by maintaining resiliency and focusing on solutions Respectful by collaborating and actively listening Insightful by cultivating innovation, accumulating business and role specific knowledge, demonstrating self-awareness and making quality decisions Direct by effectively communicating and conveying courage Earnest by taking accountability, applying feedback and effectively planning and priority setting To create an environment where people do their best work, we focus on the dimensions of Organizational Health. All leaders must: Identify the Right People by recognizing top talent Set Clear Expectations by managing change and directing others Train team members and focus on developing talent Performance Manage by ensuring accountability and driving results Create the Right Environment by establishing trust and managing conflict Maintain the Right Number of team members needed to build an effective team Expectations: Remain compliant with our policies processes and legal guidelines All other duties as assigned Attendance as required by department Advice ! We understand that your career search may look different than others. Our hiring team wants to make sure that this would be a fit not just for us, but for you long term. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, send us your application! P.S . We have great details around our stats, success, history and more. We’re proud of our culture and are happy to share why – let’s talk! Required degrees must have been earned at institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent. Credit Acceptance is dedicated to providing a safe and inclusive working environment for all. As part of our Culture of Compliance, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and value our culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of the person’s age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, criminal history, or any other legally protected characteristic. California Residents: Please click here for the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) notice regarding the personal information Credit Acceptance may collect from you. Play the video below to learn more about our Company culture.