Manager Global Technical Accounting
Company: General Motors
Location: Detroit
Posted on: January 27, 2023
Job Description:
Job DescriptionThe Global Technical Accounting team (GTA)
supports the Corporate Controller through several functional areas
including Technical Accounting Analysis, New Standards, and Mergers
& Acquisitions. -You will have an excellent opportunity to build on
technical accounting knowledge and problem-solving skills, gain
exposure to complex global business and accounting issues, and will
work with senior leadership within the organization and across the
international regions. The role provides many opportunities to
enhance and develop a strong foundational knowledge of accounting
across a broad spectrum of topics and issues, resulting in a
well-rounded technical accounting experience that is highly valued
in other areas of Corporate Controllership and Finance. -The
success manager has a solid foundation of accounting knowledge,
strong executive presence, and an eagerness to learn. If you are a
self-starter who takes initiative, can manage multiple projects
through to completion, and have strong written and oral
communication abilities, this is a great opportunity to leverage
your skills.You may be assigned a variety of responsibilities
depending on experience and interest. The following represents an
overview of some of the responsibilities.Technical Accounting
Analysis and Complex Contract Reviews
- Responsible for the completion of technical accounting analysis
and accounting concurrence memos, working closely with the
business/regions in:
- Revenue recognition
- Long-lived asset impairments and exit costs obligations
- Variable Interest Entities
- Lease accounting, including embedded leases
- Research and development arrangements and other joint
ventures
- Securitizations
- Derivatives - Embedded/NPNS -New Standards
- Monitor and report FASB activities to identify changes in
existing guidance that will have an impact on GM's financial
statements
- Participate in FASB outreach, industry groups, and Big 4
roundtable activities; facilitate process for correspondence with
the FASB through Comment Letter submission
- Research, interpret, and document all new accounting standards
and how each applies to GM as well as comply with external
10-Q/10-K reporting requirements
- Partner with regions in the implementation of new accounting
standards
- Team with Accounting Policy to ensure changes in GAAP are
appropriately reflected in GM's Accounting Policy Manual -Mergers &
Acquisitions
- Participate in M&A and other business development
activities and identifying accounting issues with a global
viewpoint and a focus on risk
- Provide or manage accounting due diligence
- Provide or manage transaction technical accounting &
application analysis
- Manage or assist in operational accounting integration
- Function as a valuable communication link for M&A
activities
- Develop or coordinate transaction impact assessments from a
financial statement standpoint -Additional Job DescriptionBasic
Required:
- Bachelor's degree or Master's degree with major in accounting,
business administration or related field
- CPA or CA required with at least 7-8 years of public accounting
experience or equivalent industry experience in accounting,
national practice experience a plus
- Foundational knowledge of US GAAP
- Experience researching, concluding and documenting accounting
issues
- Demonstrated ability dealing with complex transactions
- Ability to consistently meet deadlines
- Ownership of assigned areas of responsibilities
- Problem solving and analytical abilities
- Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated commitment to
teamwork and partnerships
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to network and collaborate cross-functionally
- Ability to embrace and manage change
- Demonstrated leadership skills working with a global team and
senior leadership regarding complex accounting, reporting, process,
and control issues#LI-remoteAbout GMOur vision is a world with Zero
Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the
responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better,
safer and more equitable for all.Why Join UsWe aspire to be the
most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a
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belong to one General Motors team.Benefits OverviewThe goal of the
General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and
well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation
plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many
others:--- Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and
parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;---
Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings
account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance
plans to cover you and your family;--- Company and matching
contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for
retirement;--- Global recognition program for peers and leaders to
recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect
our company values;--- Tuition assistance and student loan
refinancing;--- Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and
friends.Diversity InformationGeneral Motors is committed to being a
workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that
genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that
workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees
can thrive and develop better products for our customers. - -We
understand and embrace the variety through which people gain
experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or
volunteer opportunities. -GM is proud to be an equal opportunity
employer.We encourage interested candidates to review the key
responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions
that match your skills and capabilities.Equal Employment
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