Accountant/Financial Analyst

Job Description

About the Team

This position will include split activities from both accounting and financial analysis with the emphasis being more on accounting related work, applying the principles of accounting, compiling financial information, processing journal entries into various accounts, reconciling reports and financial data. Some familiarity with and an awareness of the laws and regulations that apply to an accounting function are required to ensure compliance. The position supports the Fowlerville, MI Brake Controls manufacturing plant and is an onsite position. 

What you can look forward to as Accountant/Financial Analyst:

• Support month end close activities including preparation of journal entries and variance analysis
• Assisting with annual budget and forecasting
• Internal Controls Lead
• Account reconciliations 
• Records, classifies, and summarizes financial transactions and events in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles
• Other adhoc tasks as needed, such as Audit, Capex, Inventory, freight or costing analysis

Your profile as Accountant/Financial Analyst:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• 3 to 5 years experience in an accounting role (manufacturing experience preferred)
• Strong interpersonal skills (ability to work well with others and maintain professionalism)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Thorough knowledge of accounting theories, practices, regulations, and financial concepts relative to profitability and financial ratios
• Ability to perform calculations quickly and accurately
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel

ZF does not offer visa sponsorship for this role (e.g., H-1B, TN), and candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship by ZF now or in the future. This role also does not include any immigration-related support, including—but not limited to—being listed on government forms, providing documentation for work authorization, coordinating with universities, or participating in training plans or other procedures related to visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT/CPT, J-1, O-1, L-1, E-3, and any other status requiring employer sponsorship or immigration-related support). IF YOU REQUIRE ANY FORM OF VISA SPONSORSHIP OR ANY IMMIGRATION SUPPORT NOW OR IN THE FUTURE, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY.

Why you should choose ZF in Fowlerville:

• A supportive collaborative team environment
• Annual Incentive Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Personal Time
• 401k Plan
• Health Care Benefits
• Paid Holidays 
• A strong diversity culture
• Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities