Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance, or Accounting is required; an MBA or CPA is preferred., A minimum of 10 years of experience in Big 4 or combined Big 4 and public company settings is required., Advanced understanding of US GAAP and core accounting concepts is essential., Strong analytical, decision-making, and communication skills are necessary. .

Key responsibilities:

Lead financial reporting processes to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements.

Collaborate cross-functionally to apply accounting policies for complex transactions and strategic changes.

Design and implement accounting processes and controls to support business developments.

Maintain relationships with external auditors and facilitate annual audits and internal controls assessments.

Job description

Auto req ID: 36038
Title: Director, Accounting & Financial Reporting
Job Function: Finance
Location: REMOTE
Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Shift: SHIFT1

At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It’s our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand, and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?

Harley-Davidson Motor Company, founded in a humble Milwaukee backyard shed in 1903, still calls the city home. Today, its Corporate Campus includes a 4.8-acre public park—a welcoming greenspace open to all. Join our team as a Director, Accounting and Financial Reporting.

Job Summary

This position will play a critical leadership role in the accounting and financial reporting function, supporting the Company’s strategic priorities and ensuring compliance with all external financial reporting requirements, including but not limited to regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Financial Accounting Standards Board. A successful candidate will leverage a strong accounting background, business experience, and the ability to collaborate to drive the Company’s objectives forward while maintaining a strong control and compliance framework. This role will provide leadership in the areas of technical accounting, strategic business transactions, internal controls, and the standardization of core accounting and reporting processes. This role reports to Harley-Davidson’s Chief Accounting Officer.

Job Responsibilities

Lead financial reporting processes to comply with on-going U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and financial reporting requirements of the SEC.
Lead efforts cross-functionally to ensure proper application of U.S. GAAP, global accounting policies, and SEC regulations for complex business transactions, strategic changes in the business, and external events impacting the company.
Design and implement leading accounting processes and controls to support new business developments and to streamline existing activities.
Maintain strong relationship with external auditor leadership and collaborate with the external and internal audit teams to facilitate the annual integrated audit and management’s annual internal controls assessment.
Lead efforts to modernize and improve the internal control framework and SOX compliance processes.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Required

Education Specifications

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting is preferred. An MBA or CPA is Preferred. SAP Certifications a plus.

Experience Requirements

CPA Required
This job typically requires a minimum of 10 years of Big 4 or combined Big 4 and public company experience and a minimum of 5 years of management experience
Advanced understanding of US GAAP and core accounting concepts with experience in their application to complex contractual and transactional arrangements
A high level of integrity, excellent judgment, and analytical skills, and the ability to identify issues relevant to Harley-Davidson, Inc. operations and plans for growth
Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skill,s as well as strong written and verbal
communication skills
An ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.

Harley-Davidson is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of inclusion, belonging and equity through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all. We foster a culture that thrives on diverse perspectives and contributions to ignite the creativity and innovation to fuel our business and enhance the employee and customer experience.

The pay range shown represents the national average pay range for this role. Your pay may be more or less than the stated range and is dependent on your geographic location and level of experience.

We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more. Learn more about Harley-Davidson here.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Direct Reports: Yes
Travel Required: 0 - 10%
Pay Range: $185,000-$260,000
Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
Relocation: This position is not eligible for relocation assistance

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