Position Summary
Accountant will support the Entity Controller performing assigned general ledger activities in a timely and accurate manner, preparing month end close process and will be responsible for the correctness of G/L entries in compliance with US GAAP, as well as local GAAP requirements and SOX compliance. The role requires independent work and in-depth accounting knowledge.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform US and Local GAAP month-end closing activities (journals booking, HFM reporting)
- Prepare month-end accruals with finance team
- Analyze variances at BS and P&L level
- Conduct cut-off analysis
- Prepare and review journal entries
- Perform account reconciliations
- Support audits (US GAAP, statutory, SOX)
- Prepare regulatory reports
- Handle limited payroll, banking, and treasury operations
- Support CITR preparation and reporting
- Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency
- Train junior team members
Education / Qualifications
- BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field
Experience
- 3–5 years in general ledger and close processes
Key Skills and Knowledge
- Fluent English
- Knowledge of GAAP
- SAP / HFM (advantage)
- Strong analytical and Excel skills
- Ability to work independently
- Reliable, proactive, and detail-oriented
The Garrett Finance organization drives financial processes to support the business and function organizations and maximize investment synergies while maintaining an internal control environment to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations and company policies. It is also responsible for the company’s Risk Management process to ensure that adequate risks mitigation efforts for the business are in place, and guarantee the integrity of all external and internal financial reporting.
Skills Required
- BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or relevant field
- 3-5 years in general ledger and close processes
- Knowledge of GAAP
- Fluent English
- Strong analytical and Excel skills
Garrett Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Garrett and has not been reviewed or approved by Garrett.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered fair or above average in several teams and markets, with comments highlighting “fair pay for job” and “above average pay.” Core engineering compensation in the U.S. is characterized as competitive in certain locations, albeit based on directional data.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off programs include “unlimited” PTO at some locations and a defined holiday schedule, with many describing positive experiences using time away. Other sites reference straightforward vacation/PTO programs within a globally guided framework.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with a company match is a standard element of the U.S. package and is consistently referenced. This provides a conventional foundation for retirement savings within the total rewards mix.
Garrett Insights
What We Do
Garrett Motion is an automotive technology leader, serving vehicle manufacturers worldwide for more than 65 years. Garrett’s cutting-edge technology enables vehicles to become cleaner, more efficient and connected. The company’s broad offering of gas and diesel turbocharging applications, electric boosting and fuel cell technologies and automotive software solutions empowers the transportation industry to redefine and further advance motion.
