Senior Technical Accountant

Position Overview

Responsible for technical accounting support to all Porsche affiliates in the US and Canada for the Zycus system (procure-to-pay software). This role takes the lead in completing all statutory government reporting for assigned entities in the US and Canada. Responsibilities also include reconciling assigned balance sheet accounts (trade payables, prepaid accounts, etc.), general accounting, audit preparation and support, and maintaining adequate internal controls.

An autonomous working style with a high degree of accuracy is essential to ensure the effective and efficient completion of these functions. The position works closely with accounting management.

• Maintain various sub-ledgers to support general ledger accounts and reconcile the sub-ledgers to the general ledger to ensure integrity of systems and internal controls; provide monthly reconciliations to the Manager, Corporate Accounting for review and approval.
• Prepare journal entries; control and reconcile assigned accounts.
• Initiate changes in the Zycus system and monitor the interface from Zycus to SAP; audit changes made within the system; enforce and strengthen internal controls.
• Prepare the internal and external financial reports in IFRS and supporting schedules as needed.
• Create, document, and implement process controls across multiple legal entities to identify process efficiencies.
• Prepare audit work papers and work closely with auditors during year-end examination.
• Perform periodic audits of the Zycus system to ensure data integrity.
• Support the PCNA Corporate Accounting team with Zycus and SAP inquiries.
• Provide Zycus training, on-the-job and in specific classes.
• Maintain and improve the Zycus procure-to-pay software.
• Provide guidance and answer questions regarding Zycus-specific questions.
• Prepare forms and submissions needed for government reporting.
• Maintain integration between SAP and Zycus, diagnosing root cause of errors as necessary.
• Assist with external auditor requests.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Support preparation of consolidated financial statements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 3–5 years of accounting, financial analysis, or related experience.
• Extensive personal computer skills in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint and advanced Excel.
• Strong analytical skills and excellent communication skills.
• Commitment to excellence.
• Proactive and proficient in work responsibilities.

• 5–7 years of accounting, financial analysis, or related experience.
• CPA preferred.
• Balance sheet reconciliation experience preferred.
• Knowledge of SAP and/or Zycus preferred.

Percentage of required travel: 5%.

Schedule/Shift: More than 40 hours per week may be required during high-volume periods.

The salary range for this role is $85,000–$105,000. Compensation is dependent on geographic location and may be adjusted to reflect market competitiveness. Eligible employees may also receive a discretionary performance bonus.

• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid sick leave.
• 401(k) match.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Tuition and certification reimbursement.
• Life insurance.
• Short and long-term disability coverage.
• Subsidized gym membership program.
• Subsidized Porsche and VW leasing programs.

• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to talk, hear, walk, sit, stand, climb stairs, and work at a desk with prolonged periods of sitting and computer use.
• Must be able to effectively work and complete tasks in an open office/noisy environment.

Porsche is an equal opportunity employer and we take pride in our diversity. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Porsche does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, registered domestic partner status, family and medical leave status, military status, or criminal conviction history, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.