Wholesale Accounting Manager

At Kia, we’re creating award-winning products and redefining what value means in the automotive industry. It takes a special group of individuals to do what we do, and we do it together. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative. Our people thrive on thinking differently and challenging the status quo. We are creating something special here, a culture of learning and opportunity, where you can help Kia achieve big things and most importantly, feel passionate and connected to your work every day.

Kia provides team members with competitive benefits including premium paid medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents, 401(k) plan matching of 100% up to 6% of the salary deferral, and paid time off. Kia also offers company lease and purchase programs, company-wide holiday shutdown, paid volunteer hours, and premium lifestyle amenities at our corporate campus in Irvine, California.

Status

Exempt

General Summary

The Accounting Manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of Wholesale Vehicle Accounts Receivable and Accounting, Vehicle Inventory valuation and Accounting sections, as well as Logistics Accounting management and inbound vehicle controls. Reporting to the Gross Profit National Manager, the Accounting Manager is responsible for the analysis, review, and processing of all related accounting entries, payment review, preparation of analytical/management reports, monthly account reconciliations, and assisting the Gross Profit National Manager with strategic financial decisions, as well as accounting decisions and analysis. The Accounting Manager is responsible for creating and supporting Wholesale programs, as well as reviewing Wholesale and Logistics program requests from Operating Departments and Logistics vendors. This role requires in-depth familiarity with inventory logistics, wholesale program support and development, as well as distributor cost accounting.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Priority One – 30%

• Responsible for maintaining accounting and treatments for Wholesale Vehicle, Vehicle Inventory, Logistics cost recognition/accrual, reconciliations, and reports, with attention to timely month-end closing.

Priority Two – 25%

• Establishment of Wholesale programs and controls in concert with Distribution/Sales Operations Team leadership, timely review and processing of established operational programs, establishment and management of Accounting and Controls (Contract Approval, Allocation requests, Wholesale Returns, etc…) structures.

Priority Three – 25%

• Oversight of systems and data management for accurate and timely processing and reporting of all vehicles related costs, as well as vehicle receivable recognition and processing. Responsible for securing data integrity, history maintenance and for designing and producing system-automated processes and reports.

Priority Four – 10%

• Manage the timely review and approval of vehicle related invoices and payment requests.

Priority Five – 10%

• Facilitate/Support periodic audit exercises, provide analytical reporting and recommended practices as needed in support of internal and external customers (operating departments and auditors)

Personally Performed Duties

• Manage daily Wholesale Vehicle accounting, including but not limited to review of Vehicle AR aging, Revenue Confirmation, Wholesale/Invoice program management, and Wholesale/Invoice program oversight/reconciliation

• Manage Inventory Valuation and Standard Costing, to include FOB/CIF Confirmation, Purchase Price Review & AP/value adjustment, and Additional Option Cost valuation management

• Oversee Vehicle Customs Accounting and accrual matrix analysis

• Finance Liaison to Distribution department and Logistics Vendor, for creation, review, and approval of Contract changes and program implementations

• Assess, design, and implement Wholesale/Sales programs with Sales Operations Team support, for implementation throughout national network

• Perform monthly reconciliation and analysis of vehicle capitalized costs

• Wholesale controls oversight and exception management, including review and approval or rejection of Sales Operations requests

• Review and reconcile Vehicle Draft and Return activities, including other vehicle related accounts receivables and liabilities

• Review and process Dealer facing vehicle related reimbursement and requests, such as interest reimbursements and Wholesale Return reimbursements

• Review daily bank statement and drafting records, in accordance with company policies and procedures.

• Manage vehicle component cost and logistics vendor billing rate tables in SAP system

• Review and process logistics vendor billing

• Issue bi-weekly inventory payment requests and review/confirm weekly DA payment requests

• Manage quarterly and annual audit of inventory and accounting processes, in responsible categories, in conjunction KPMG periodic review

• Review and reconcile all wholesale program, vehicle/inventory valuation, and program liability accounts

• Lead inter-departmental project teams to facilitate the unification of processes through collaboration

• Prepare various ad-hoc reports as requested by management

Qualifications/Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance

Job Requirement

Overall Related Experience

• 5+ years of professional work experience in Cost Accounting

• Wholesale and/or Retail Accounting Experience

• Automotive Accounting experience preferred

Directly Related Experience

• Minimum 5 years working in OEM

• Wholesale program experience (Holdback, Flooring Support, etc.)

• Capitalized Cost Experience (Installed Options, Service Program, etc.)

• Import/Inventory Accounting experience

Specialized Skills And Knowledge Required

• SAP

• MS Excel and Access

• AS400 Query Reporting

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Physical Requirements: Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and perform routine office tasks.

• 5-10% of (domestic and/or international) travel.

• Job demands may include reading (documents), detailed work, confidentiality, problem solving, language, reasoning skills, oral communication, written communication, customer contact, ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, vendors, and other employees, multiple concurrent tasks, ability to work with constant interruptions, etc.

• Must be able to maintain focus and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to analyze information and make sound decisions under time constraints.

• Problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently

• Must be able to respond to challenges with poise and agility.

• Ability to handle competing priorities effectively and with composure.

• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Care for People

• Chase Excellence Every Day

• Dare to Push Boundaries

• Empower People to Act

• Move Further Together

Pay Range

$84,853.31 - $110,272.21

Pay will be based on several variables that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to, job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, etc.

Equal Employment Opportunities

KUS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, including pregnancy and childbirth and related medical conditions, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, legally protected physical disability or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. KUS complies with applicable law governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which KUS has offices. The KUS EEO policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.

Disclaimer: The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and for this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Employment Type

Full Time