Overview Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Accounting Supervisor? Then we're looking for you! Check out the job description and apply now! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the Panasonic Energy team today! Responsibilities Meet Panasonic Meet the Recruiter: Natalie Hemmes Explore Panasonic Careers Panasonic Video Our Mission: Create Technologies That Move Us Job Summary: We are looking for a hands-on and detail-oriented Accounting Supervisor to support the Controller in overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, including General Ledger (GL) Accounting, Cost Accounting, and Fixed Asset Management. This role is key to ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, month-end close activities, reconciliations, and compliance with relevant accounting standards. Working with the Controller, this position provides leadership and guidance to the accounting team, helps streamline processes, and ensures that the financial backbone of the business operates smoothly and efficiently Essential Duties: Operational Oversight & Team Support * Supervise and support the daily functions of the General Ledger, Cost Accounting, and Fixed Asset accounting teams. * Act as a liaison between the Controller and the accounting team, helping to translate strategic goals into operational tasks. * Provide review and oversight of journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance - ensuring accurate financial postings. * Identify accounting posting and transaction issues and collaborate with relevant teams to resolve the issues. * Support the Controller in developing fallback plans for each critical process. Month-End Close & Financial Reporting * Coordinate month-end and quarter-end close processes for responsibility areas, ensuring deadlines are met and financial data is accurate. * Lead the consolidation process for PECNA NV to support Panasonic global reporting. * Prepare and review GL account reconciliations, accruals, and key supporting schedules. * Assist in the preparation of internal financial reports and variance analyses for management review. * support internal and external auditors with audit sample requests and audit queries. Fixed Asset Oversight * Maintain the fixed asset register, ensuring accurate capitalization, depreciation, and disposals. * Support capital-in-progress (CIP) reporting and timely capitalization of assets. * Ensure fixed asset accounting complies with internal policies and external reporting requirements. * Ensure compliance with state and country physical property tax reporting regulations. Cost & Inventory Accounting * Lead inventory forecasting, costing, production closing, and inventory valuation activities. * Support the Cost Accounting team in their mandate to support physical inventory counts, cycle counts, and inventory adjustments. * Help maintain costing standards and analyze variances. Compliance & Process Improvement * Ensure compliance with IFRS, US GAAP, JSOX, and Panasonic internal controls. * Support internal and external audit processes with timely and accurate documentation. * Identify opportunities for process improvement and assist the Controller in developing and maintaining internal accounting policies and implementing accounting best practices. * Support the Controller with other accounting / administrative tasks as required. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements: * To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees, wearing PPE is a possibility and may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator. The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Qualifications Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Education: * Required: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field * Preferred: CPA designation (active or in progress) Essential Qualifications: * 4-5 years of progressive experience in full cycle accounting, including general ledger and fixed asset accounting. Cost accounting experience is a distinct advantage. * Experience supervising or mentoring junior team members in a fast-paced environment. * Strong understanding of accounting principles, procedures, and financial reporting standards (IFRS). * Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and advanced Excel capabilities. * Excellent communication skills, with good command of written and verbal English. * Detail-oriented, highly organized, and proven ability to meet deadlines. * Dependable under pressure and ability to lead teams and manage critical tasks. Preferred Qualifications: * Cost accounting experience in an ERP environment (SAP Strongly preferred). * Strong time management and people management skills. * Ability to balance competing priorities and multi-task. * Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. * Ability to respond in a timely and courteous manner to internal and external customers. * Capable of handling confidential information in a responsible manner * Ability to work independently with minimal daily supervision. * Ability to work with domestic and international teams. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word. * Resilient, self-motived, and able to work well under pressure. * Alignment to Panasonic's seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude) Preferred License(s): * CPA Preferred Certification(s): * CPA Benefits & Perks - What's In It For You: Panasonic Energy prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health: * Highly inclusive and class-leading healthcare options to include family planning, mental health, and pet insurance * Employee assistance programs that support total well-being with complimentary session offered each and every month * Company-matched and fully vested 401K retirement program that starts immediately from date of enrollment * Annual bonus program, High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition * Simplified access to self-guided and representative-supported short and long-term financial wellness and retirement planning * Educational Assistance & Reimbursement Program * Diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and associated employee resource groups that promote representation and belonging * Leadership, career, and mentorship development programs opportunities at all levels across the organization * Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events * Collaborative and motivating culture routed in continuous personal and professional growth and much more. * Shuttle rides to and from work! Physical Demands: Physical Activities: (Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to) * Sit: 75% * Walk: 10% * Stand: 10% * Lift: 5% Required Lifting and Carrying: (Required frequency is: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%) * Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional * Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional * Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional * Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not Required Where You'll Be: For our onsite roles, Panasonic Energy is committed to fostering an ideal working environment that goes beyond the conventional. We understand the significance of moments that matter in your onsite experience, and we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic Energy, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey. Who We Are: Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA) has collaborated with Tesla at a massive battery factory near Reno, Nevada which is known for its quality of life and expansive outdoor adventures. Panasonic's role at the Gigafactory is to manufacture and supply cylindrical lithium-ion cells to Tesla for their electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Over the past few years, the Gigafactory has grown to the largest lithium-ion battery factory in the world. Together with our partner Tesla, we continue to revolutionize the lithium-ion battery space and accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy and transportation. Our mission at PECNA is to make the vision of affordable Electric Vehicles a reality by producing the world's safest, high quality, and lowest cost batteries. Through this effort we will create a clean energy society and our products will change society's use of and perceptions of electric power. In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our products, we offer competitive salaries and benefits. Supplemental Information: Pre-employment drug testing is required. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction. Panasonic is an Equal Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America. #LI-NH1 R-100937