Job Details

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is currently seeking a Technical Accounting Manager to work at our Headquarters and Technical Center in Auburn Hills, MI.

The Technical Accounting Manager is responsible for researching, assessing and reviewing technical accounting guidance and support for FCA and its subsidiaries on various complex accounting areas.

• This individual will collaborate with Corporate Accounting and Finance Teams to assist with the proper accounting treatment on various business decisions, significant business transactions and agreements.
• This position involves working on special projects and evaluating the appropriate accounting treatment for exciting and unique business situations.
• He or she will have exposure to executive management in communicating identified accounting issues, the financial and operational impact of new accounting standards and other matters. Responsible for the preparing and delivering of formal and on-the-job training to staff, Corporate Accounting and other Finance teams.
• The position is ideal for an experienced CPA who is enthusiastic about learning and wants to grow their accounting, operational and project management skills.
• The successful candidate will bring a functional depth and understanding of the accounting standards, as well as the requisite leadership traits that will ensure one’s success in the immediate role, as well as future leadership assignments within the company.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance; if no Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, must have a Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) or Accounting designation
• Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent
• Must have a minimum of 7 years of combined public accounting (Big 4 or large regional accounting firm preferred) and private industry accounting experience?
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to research and document technical accounting issues and resolutions
• Experience in managing staff on various technical accounting projects
• Strong written and oral communication skills with an ability to translate complex accounting topics to non-finance business partners

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Audit experience
• Knowledge of IFRS
• Experience with SOX and internal controls
• Experience working on teams, including cross-functional teams and accountability for getting things done
• Ability to work independently and adapt to on- demand projects as they arise