General Accountant

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Manteno, IL
Senior level
Automotive
The Role
As a General Accountant at Gotion, the individual will prepare financial statements, analyze variances for management insights, manage financial reporting systems, and lead a financial team. Experience in financial analysis and compliance is essential, along with fluency in English and preferably German or Chinese.
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Gotion, Inc. is based in Silicon Valley in California, with R&D centers in Ohio, China, Japan and Europe. We innovate in the next generation electric vehicle and energy storage technologies (lithium batteries and related systems) with the aim to accelerate electrified transportation and achieve sustainable development. Gotion is powered by a leading power battery technology company that provides solutions for vehicles including the world's first mass commercial e-bus route.
Gotion is a career destination - we are not simply attempting to just fill another job, but to pursue a dream of global green energy together! We offer outstanding opportunities to individuals seeking an exciting and challenging working environment. Everyone is highly valued and plays a vital role in the growth of our organization.

Position Summary: 

We are looking for an experienced General Accountant with approximately 6 years of accounting experience to join our finance team at the Manteno factory. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial analysis, reporting, and general ledger management, along with experience in international environments.


Key Responsibilities: 

Financial Reporting & Analysis: 

  • Prepare financial statements and budgets. 
  • Analyze variances to provide actionable insights for management. 

General Ledger Management: 

  • Maintain and analyze the financial reporting and general ledger systems. 

Team Building & System Improvement: 

  • Build and lead the financial team. 
  • Enhance project accounting systems for efficiency and accuracy. 

Financial Management: 

  • Manage financing activities, M&A projects, tax planning, audits, and risk control measures. 

Compliance & Control: 

  • Ensure proper accounting and business controls are in place to safeguard company assets. 

Market Research: 

  • Analyze financial reports of competitors and market trends. 
  • Provide insightful information to aid in the company's strategic decision-making. 

 

Qualifications: 

Education: 

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. 

Experience: 

  • Minimum of 6 years of accounting experience. 
  • Proven experience in financial analysis and modeling. 
  • Experience in an international working environment; experience in the US battery industry is a plus. 
  • Fluency in English is required. 

Technical Skills: 

  • Excellent knowledge and hands-on experience with SAP. 

Soft Skills: 

  • Self-starter with the ability to analyze, prioritize, and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. 
  • Positive attitude with adaptability to changes in workload and job requirements. 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
  • Strong interpersonal skills to develop collaborative working relationships with cross-functional teams. 

Key Competencies: 

  • This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of technology and operations, enabling innovative solutions for materials management and inventory optimization. 

Compensation & Benefits: 

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.  
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.  
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.  
  • Paid time off and holidays.  
  • [Mention any additional benefits specific to Gotion]  

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: 

Gotion is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.  

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

To all recruitment agencies: Gotion does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our employees or any company email. Gotion will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Top Skills

SAP
The Company
Fremont, CA
99 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2014

What We Do

Gotion, Inc. is based in Silicon Valley in California, with R&D centers in Ohio, China, Japan and Europe. We innovate in the next generation electric vehicle and energy storage technologies (lithium batteries and related systems) with the aim to accelerate electrified transportation and achieve sustainable development. Gotion is powered by a leading power battery technology company that provides solutions for vehicles including the world’s first mass commercial e-bus route.

Gotion is a career destination- we are not simply attempting to just fill another job, but to pursue a dream of global green energy together! We offer outstanding opportunities to individuals seeking an exciting and challenging working environment. Everyone is highly valued and plays a vital role in the growth of our organization. Visit Gotion.com and join us!

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