Accounting Operations Analyst II - Intercompany Accounting

Inside the Role

DTNA Finance Operations: One team, best team!
We design, operate, and oversee DTNA’s finance operational processes. As a trusted business partner, we ensure transparency while providing operational guidance and services. We are deeply committed to our people, our culture, and the future of our organization and customers. Continuous improvement is embedded in our DNA making our work simple, faster, and stronger.
If you are looking for an opportunity to apply your analytical skills, accounts payable and receivable knowledge and creative ideas to help develop sustainable solutions that benefit numerous Daimler Truck group companies, then this is the role for you! You will collaborate closely with vendors and customers (domestic and international), the Shared Service Center, and internal partners including Controlling, IT, Business Solutions, Aftermarket, and Plant Operations.
Key responsibilities include the oversight of intercompany accounts payable and receivable for DTNA and subsidiaries, dispute resolution, inbound and outbound invoice handling as well as supporting month end close activities - with low to moderate complexity/volume. You will also handle ad hoc account processes escalated by the Shared Service Center including payment applications, credit requests, drafting, invoice workflow management, and SAP interface monitoring.
Additional responsibilities include performing root cause analysis, implementing corrective actions, driving cross-functional collaboration, and promoting best practices in intragroup Procurement and Accounting.
Be part of it, join the team!

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Account Reconciliation

• Oversee Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable balances, document exchange, and document processing for intercompany relationships of low to moderate complexity/volume
• Guide Shared-Service-Center team as the first escalation point and facilitate between team and affiliate partners to resolve issues impacting Intercompany operations.
• Utilize the monthly Affiliate Statement Database and Aged Trial Balance Report to assess ongoing issues and coordinate follow-up efforts with related affiliates.
• Review and approve month end reconciliations performed by Shared-Service-Center staff as part of the monthly affiliate Balance Notification and Confirmation process.

Account Processing

• Act as the first escalation point for transactions beyond Shared Service Center capabilities, including matters of low to moderate complexity/volume.

• Support the Team Lead in identifying opportunities for automation, robotics, and artificial intelligence to enhance operational efficiency, quality, and timeliness.
• Review regular operational reporting and Key Performance Indicators (“KPIs”) prepared by offshore staff, and act as a local Subject Matter Expert (“SME”) in case of issue escalation.

Dispute Management

• Identify, initiate and resolve billing disputes with affiliate entities - with low to moderate complexity/volume.
• Ensure affiliate dispute feedback is reviewed consistently and escalate appropriately.

Inbound and Outbound Invoice Handling

• Monitor SAP interfaces for errors related to inbound group and affiliate invoices - with low to moderate complexity/volume.

• Work with IT and SAP Support teams to resolve ongoing issues or system defects, as needed.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of invoice mapping documentation required by Basware to ensure correct interfacing of invoices to SAP/cbFC.
• Submit and monitor tickets with service provider Basware, as necessary.

System and Process Expert

• Collaborate with Finance Analytics and Business Solutions teams to develop new and enhance existing reports and transactions
• Ensure familiarity with relevant systems (cbFC, Paragon, TIC, Basware, OPEN, BancPay, SNOW) and understanding of interface landscape and data flow.
• Help identify system break/fix issues as they arise and create ServiceNow tickets to drive changes and enhance systems with permanent fixes. Support root cause analysis and deep dive into the errors with other Key Users and IT members.
• Support User Acceptance Testing for system changes related to Intercompany Accounting
• Collaborate with upstream teams and IT on KPIs and metrics to keep the IC operations running within desired efficiency.
• Support the research of relevant new finance operational policies and/or procedures.
• Collaborate with business partners on process and/or system improvements, assist in the setting up of relevant systems specific to area.

Project Work

• Assisting in implementing new business processes because of changes in business or operational requirements for specific areas of responsibility. This includes CI, GO2030 strategic initiatives and Technology Revolution projects.
• Support cross-functional initiatives to integrate, automate, and optimize Intercompany Accounting processes with upstream and downstream business partners—making them simpler, faster, and stronger.

Training

• Review and regularly update Standard Work Instructions, Desktop Procedures and training documentation.

Internal Controls

• Perform analysis and testing of Internal Controls related to Intercompany Accounting processes and ensure that the necessary controls are documented and tested in accordance with the Company's internal requirements.

 

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration 
• 2–4 years of hands-on accounting or finance operations experience (specifically working with accounts payable and receivable processes).
• Ability to problem-solve, perform root cause analysis to define mitigating measures.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, clearly summarizing information for team and business partners, supported with data-driven analysis.
• Cross-functional collaboration to drive results aligned with department strategy in a fast-paced environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis)
• Excellent customer service skills Experience in contributing to or participating in projects

 

Preferred Qualifications (Exceptional Candidates Might Have)

• Previous experience in the manufacturing/OEM industry
• Understanding of IT interfaces, data flow between systems and error resolution
• Knowledge of IFRS guidelines 
• Preferred in SAP or similar ERP systems
• Experience working with ERP systems and invoice/interface workflows, including error monitoring and resolution
• Experience working with shared service or offshore teams and cross-functional partners (e.g., IT, Finance)
• Experience identifying and resolving accounting discrepancies, disputes, or transactional issues

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

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