National Manager, Accounting Policy & Projects

at  Toyota

WHO WE ARE

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for diverse, talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.
We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply!
Our people make all the difference in our success.
An important part of the Toyota family is Toyota Financial Services (TFS), the finance and insurance brand for Toyota and Lexus in North America. While TFS is a separate business entity, it is an essential part of this world-changing company- delivering on Toyota’s vision to move people beyond what’s possible. At TFS, you will help create best-in-class customer experience in an innovative, collaborative environment.
To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time.

QUALIFICATIONS/ WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s in Accounting or equivalent required
• Active CPA license required
• 15+ years of total experience required
• 8+ years of public accounting experience, serving public clientele and dealing with complex accounting issues
• 7+ years of experience in a financial institution or other banking industry experience
• Extensive experience managing projects
• People leadership experience with proven ability to grow, develop, and inspire a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Word, Excel, Power Query, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, etc.)
• Accounting research tools such as Accounting Research Manager (or equivalent applications)
• Polished communication skills – including an ability to listen to the needs of the business units, comprehend complex matters, articulate issues in a clear and concise manner, research complex matters, and present findings as well as recommendations in both oral and written presentations.
• Highly motivated individual who can plan and prioritize workload.
• Adaptive to various work environments and ability to change communication styles to fit the audience.
• Strong analytical, organizational and project management skills

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

As the National Manager of Accounting Policy and Projects your responsibilities will include the following:

40%: Ensure compliance with US GAAP and bank specific regulatory guidance.

• Provide technical accounting support to all areas of the TFSB – with specific focus on Loan Origination Fees and Costs, Allowance for Credit Losses, Transfer of Financial Assets, Leases as a Lessor, Revenue Recognition, Debt & Derivatives, Fair Value and Income Taxes
• Analyze new funding/treasury deal structures; advise Treasury groups of compliance issues.
• Review and advise on accounting policies and procedures to ensure transactions are properly accounted for in accordance with US GAAP and bank specific regulatory guidance.
• Lead and manage the development and documentation of accounting policies to incorporate technical accounting research.
• Ensure accounting and process documentation is FDICIA compliant.
• Direct the implementation of applicable new accounting standards and bank specific regulatory guidance impacting the business by ensuring they are properly understood, practically implemented and necessary policy and procedural changes are established.
• Monitor FASB, FFIEC, and other standard setting bodies for future standards applicable to the company.
• Research and consult with others in the organization to facilitate the drafting of responses to regulatory inquiries as needed.

40%: Lead and Drive Implementation of Business Initiatives

• Complete business initiatives as assigned in areas of accounting financial/regulatory reporting such as new or changing business initiatives, leading TFSB accounting and reporting, systems changes and implementations, etc.

20%: Other, Communication & Leadership

• Manage relationships with external auditors, appropriate business group financial managers.
• Drive the effort for increased automation of manual processes.
• Other special projects as identified and requested.

To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate must thrive in a fast paced, open environment and possess:

• An ability to serve as an advocate for customer’s business objectives, i.e., be an advocate for the business by working in partnership to deliver business decisions which will positively affect the future profitability of the Company.
• A proactive and confident style, with broad business acumen and the ability to develop creative business solutions to accounting issues.
• The ability to understand, interpret, and apply U.S. GAAP and/or bank specific regulatory guidelines as it pertains to relative authoritative guidance.
• Proven leadership and management skills; ability to influence and make things happen at all levels.
• A high degree of organizational skills, and the ability to work in a deadline driven environment.
• The ability to set priorities effectively and efficiently according to customer/supervisor criteria.
• The ability to successfully manage multiple short-term activities without impeding progress on longer-term activities.
• Excellent communication skill