Job Description:
Position Summary:
This position will be responsible for preparing Cooper Standard (CS) consolidated financial statements. CS has over $3 billion in revenue and operates in 20 countries. This position will also be responsible for compiling and preparing required SEC filings in accordance with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) and SEC regulations. In addition, this position will research and provide guidance on a global basis related to the impact of new accounting pronouncements. Position may be called upon to assist with internal management reporting and / or other financial analysis. The position will report to and support the Manager, Financial Reporting.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assist the SEC Financial Reporting Manager with accounting and financial reporting assignments to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP accounting standards and SEC regulations.
- Support the company’s external financial reporting process by preparing financial statements, accompanying footnotes and investor relations materials as part of our quarterly & annual SEC filings including Form 10-Qs, Form 10-Ks, and earnings releases.
- Collaborate with business locations & other accounting and finance personnel to obtain information pertaining to external financial reporting filings.
- Key contributor in the stock compensation & pension accounting processes and preparation of journal entries.
- Prepare financial reporting related month-end close journal entries and reconciliations.
- Research and interpret accounting and financial disclosure regulations to determine appropriate financial disclosures.
- Prepare accounting memos related to quarterly assessments & new accounting standards as needed.
- Coordinate with internal and external auditors on audit requests and SOX controls testing.
- Improve financial reporting controls & procedures and implement best practices for financial reporting processes.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's of Business Administration in Accounting and/or Finance.
- Active CPA License.
- 1-3 years of SEC reporting experience, including preparation of Form 10-Qs and Form 10-Ks.
- Experience with Workiva Wdesk preferred.
Position Type:
Regular
Additional Locations:
Additional Information:
Cooper Standard is proud of its diverse workforce and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, age, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging. We firmly believe that a diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers. Because we recognize and value the range of ways in which people acquire experiences, whether personal, professional, or via education or volunteerism, we invite interested applicants to evaluate the key duties and requirements and apply for any opportunities that fit your experience and qualifications. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as certain state and/or local laws. If you believe you require such assistance to complete our online application or to participate in an interview, you (or someone on your behalf) may request assistance by emailing [email protected] with a description of the accommodation you seek. Application materials submitted to this email address will not be considered.
Remote Status:
Hybrid
What We Do
At Cooper Standard, we have an unwavering commitment to our strategic vision for driving value through culture, innovation and results.
We know what we do well and we focus intently on doing it better than anyone else. We’ve created a precise blueprint for product development, design and manufacturing. We have standardized practices across the organization to ensure safety, quality, reliability and sustained excellence – year-after-year – in every area of the business.
A firm commitment to process and healthy competition means we never veer from advancing our top priorities: a relentless focus on the voice of the customer; superior products and innovation; a highly engaged workforce; and world-class global operations.
