Accounting Analyst

Posted 4 Days Ago
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Auburn Hills, MI, USA
In-Office
62K-85K Annually
Junior
Automotive • Other
The Role
Supports corporate accounting processes, including month-end and quarter-end close, journal entries, account and intercompany reconciliations, audit requests, accounts payable administration, vendor records, expense reports, and corporate credit card activities. Develops KPI reporting, investigates variances, resolves payment and reconciliation issues, and contributes to financial reporting, system implementations, process improvements, and automation initiatives.
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Job Purpose


The Accounting Analyst supports accurate and timely financial processes and identifies opportunities for continuous improvement. The ideal candidate takes initiative, challenges the status quo, and develops solutions to complex problems in a team environment.


Reporting to the Accounting Manager at BorgWarner’s corporate headquarters, the Accounting Analyst will work across the global organization and gain exposure to a broad range of accounting activities and business processes. The role also provides visibility to executive leadership and opportunities to strengthen accounting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.


Key Responsibilities


  • Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for Accounts Payable and General Ledger processes, analyze performance trends, and recommend opportunities for improvement.
  • Support month-end and quarter-end close activities, including account analysis, variance investigation, and timely resolution of identified issues.
  • Prepare recurring and ad hoc journal entries, including accruals, and other general ledger adjustments.
  • Perform monthly intercompany reconciliations and collaborate with trading partners to resolve out-of-balance items and ensure intercompany accounts are reconciled.
  • Prepare monthly and quarterly account reconciliations, research reconciling items, and coordinate the resolution of outstanding balances.
  • Respond to audit requests and ensure activities are performed in accordance with established internal control procedures.
  • Administer Accounts Payable system configuration such as expense approval limits, hierarchy tables, user changes, and approval workflows.
  • Support General Ledger and Accounts Payable teams in resolving payment returns and rejections.
  • Assist Accounts Payable in maintaining vendor master records, including creating new vendors profiles, establishing payment methods, and reviewing all vendor accounts to ensure accuracy and complete information.
  • Review employee expense reports, monitor account delinquencies, and support administration of the corporate credit card program.
  • Support cross-functional projects and initiatives, including financial reporting, system implementations, process improvements, and automation opportunities.
  • Cross train with key individuals to ensure continuity during peak periods and team absences.

What We're Looking For


  • 1–3 years of accounting experience with a working knowledge of U.S. GAAP in either a corporate accounting function or public accounting firm
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting
  • CPA or candidate working towards CPA certification
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with Power Query, Power BI, or other data analytics tools preferred
  • Interest or proficiency in workflow automation and AI tools
  • Experience with an ERP system; SAP experience preferred
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Critical thinker seeking to understand the ‘why’
  • Eager to learn and adapt to new systems and processes
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Concur experience preferred
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Salary Range:

$62,000 - $85,250

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Skills Required

  • 1-3 years of accounting experience
  • Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting
  • CPA certification or progress toward CPA certification
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Experience with an ERP system
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to learn and adapt to new systems and processes
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Power Query, Power BI, or other data analytics tools
  • Interest or proficiency in workflow automation and AI tools
  • SAP experience
  • Concur experience

BorgWarner Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about BorgWarner and has not been reviewed or approved by BorgWarner.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered fair for many roles, with “fair pay for job” and “pay is good” recurring alongside “competitive pay structure” in professional and engineering positions. Satisfaction appears stronger in technical/professional roles and certain locations.
  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, advocacy resources, and a dedicated U.S. benefits hub. Employer‑paid short‑term disability and life insurance broaden the protection.
  • Flexible Benefits — The offering spans HSAs/FSAs, retirement savings, disability, and formal vacation/holiday programs, with site‑specific reference guides and plan documents. Wellness‑linked options (including previously communicated no‑premium choices) add flexibility where available.

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The Company
HQ: Auburn Hills, MI
16,288 Employees
Year Founded: 1928

What We Do

As a global product leader for over 130 years, we deliver innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the vehicle market. Guided by our commitment to inclusion, integrity, excellence, responsibility and collaboration—and our pledge to reach carbon neutrality by 2035—we’re leading the automotive industry to a future that is cleaner, healthier and safer for all. Start your future with BorgWarner now! We are looking for dedicated, talented people to fill our manufacturing and technical facilities all over the world.

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