Job Title: Senior Accounting Manager
Reports to: Global Director of Accounting, Tax & Treasury and General Manager, Springdale Plant
Location: Springdale Arkansas or Detroit Michigan. Travelling between the sites is required.
Summary
The Senior Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial accounting, reporting, treasury operations and taxes across the U.S. This role ensures the integrity of financial data, compliance with regulatory requirements, and effective cash and risk management. The position leads a team including AP/AR clerks and cooperate with the US Senior Controlling Manager and the Finance Manager in Mexico.
Key Responsibilities
•Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes (yearly financial audit).
•Responsible for the accounting, treasury and tax for legal entities in US and responsible for the consolidated financial closing (US and Mexico).
o Scope: Two legal entities in US (two production plants, R&D Center)
•Ensure compliance with US GAAP, IFRS, and internal accounting policies.
•Oversee treasury operations including cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, and banking relationships. Management of factoring processes and all associated reconciliations
•Manage accounts payable and receivable functions to ensure timely and accurate processing.
•Develop and implement internal controls and financial policies.
•Provide financial analysis and reporting to support strategic decision-making.
•Collaborate with Controller (US) and Finance Manager (Mexico) to ensure consistency and accuracy in financial reporting.
•Lead and develop a high-performing finance team across North America.
Knowledge and Experience
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
required; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
Certifications: CPA required; CMA or CTP (Certified Treasury Professional)
preferred.
• Experience: 5-10 years of progressive experience in accounting treasury and
tax with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.
• Audit Managers or Senior Audit Managers are very welcome.
• Technical Skills:
o Proficiency in ERP systems
o Advanced Excel and financial modeling capabilities.
o Strong understanding of cash management, banking operations, and
financial risk mitigation.
o High experience with tax compliance, audit processes, and financial
reporting standards.
• Other Requirements:
o Experience in the automotive manufacturing or industrial sector
preferred.
o Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
o Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional
collaboration skills.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- CPA certification
- 5-10 years of progressive experience in accounting, treasury, and tax
- 3-5 years of experience in a leadership role
- Proficiency in ERP systems
- Advanced Excel and financial modeling capabilities
- Understanding of cash management, banking operations, and financial risk mitigation
- Experience with tax compliance, audit processes, and financial reporting standards
- Master's degree or MBA
- CMA or CTP certification
- Experience in the automotive manufacturing or industrial sector
- Bilingual English and Spanish
What We Do
AURELIUS is a globally active alternative investment firm focused on private equity, private debt, and real estate. It invests in and transforms companies through an operational approach, specializing in corporate carve-outs, platform build-ups, succession solutions, and bespoke financing. Its WaterRise operations advisory team provides hands-on support to improve portfolio-company performance and create sustainable value across complex transactions in Europe and North America.
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